The Scottish Government has launched a consultation on a draft Circular Economy Strategy that sets out plans to increase reuse, repair and recycling rates.
The proposals aim to create new jobs and drive economic growth by keeping materials and goods in use for as long as possible.
The draft strategy will develop sector-specific road maps for the built environment, net zero energy infrastructure, textiles and food.
The Scottish Government said these are four of the five sectors with the greatest potential for increasing reuse, repair and recycling rates in Scotland. Actions for the fifth sector, transport, will be included in the forthcoming draft Climate Change Plan.
Commenting on the consultation, Climate Action Secretary Gillian Martin said: “By supporting Scotland to move towards a culture where keeping materials and goods in use for as long as possible is the norm, we will also be able to drive economic growth by increasing the resilience of our supply chains and encouraging innovation.”
“This consultation outlines priority sectors key to cutting waste and capitalising on the economic opportunities that a circular economy presents to businesses. I urge everyone to take part.”
The draft strategy includes plans to:
- Increase the reuse of construction materials.
- Support sustainable alternatives to fast-fashion.
- Increase EV battery re-purposing, recycling and material reprocessing.
- Explore ways to cut food waste.