An innovative project to transform hazardous solar panel waste into value-added materials by Ojas Group in Braeside is one of 10 initiatives to share in a $25 million funding injection from the Morrison Government.

World Environment Day is a reminder for all Australians of the importance of practical environmental steps we can all take to protect our environment and our native species.

Senator David Van, Senator for Victoria, said Monday’s National Plastics Summit, attended by more than 200 representatives from local and global businesses, state and local government, industry and community sectors has set the tone for the future of plastic waste management in Australia.

Senator for Victoria, David Van, has used a speech in the Senate to call for Australia to become a global leader in the phasing-out of single use plastics such as plastic bags, foam cups and plastic bottles.