Australia urgently needs a National Circular Economy Act—not just to meet sustainability targets, but as an investment in the longevity of assets and to safeguard financial investments.

This was the clear message at Transform 2025, the Green Building Council of Australia’s sustainability conference, where industry leaders made it clear: policy delays are costing money, wasting resources and holding back progress. 

The frustration in the room was palpable. Less than 20 minutes into the first panel, Scape chief executive Anouk Darling cut through the corporate politeness, responding to claims policy reform would take time despite the industry’s readiness to act.