Embracing a circular economy for water use in Australia
How can Australia embrace a circular economy for water use and boost its manufacturing sector? That's the question that Kristi McLachlan, Hatch's Regional Director of Water Australia Asia, explores in her latest article for FM Media.
McLachlan draws on her extensive experience in infrastructure management and Hatch's expertise in urban solutions, engineering, and operational projects to advocate for a nationwide adoption of a circular economy for water use. This approach, she argues, will enable more sustainable technologies and manufacturing under the Future Made in Australia Act, a government initiative to support local industries and create jobs.
She also reveals the significant water demands of various manufacturing processes, such as clothing, food production, and mining extraction, and how they impact Australia's water security. By highlighting the challenges and opportunities of water management, McLachlan aims to transform Australia's perception of water usage and guide the Future Made in Australia initiative towards a more sustainable path.
Read more about Kristi's vision for a sustainable water future and the role of a circular economy in transforming Australia's water management practices.
About the author
Kristi McLachlan
Regional Director, Water, Australia-Asia
Kristi McLachlan, Hatch's Regional Director for Water in Australia-Asia, is an accomplished scientist with nearly two decades in Construction and Engineering. Awarded Australia's Inspirational Woman Positive Change Award in 2022, she excels in team building, client-led solutions, and legacy projects. Kristi's dynamic leadership has expanded Hatch's New South Wales services, integrating expertise from acquisitions to deliver major infrastructure projects. Recently appointed Water Lead, she's pioneering Hatch's water business in the region.