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Aligning recycling and manufacturing in the COVID era
The UNSW SMaRT Centre is helping to align recycling and manufacturing in the new COVID-19 era to address the challenges around delivering more sustainable product outcomes. [ + ]
Why the government's gas plan could be 'on the nose'
Although the manufacturing industry has thrown its support behind the federal government's new Gas Recovery Plan, some experts have criticised the move. [ + ]
Building blocks for a renewable electric grid
Coal-fired power stations could be converted to run entirely fossil fuel-free by using a new type of thermal storage material housed in LEGO-like blocks. [ + ]
Vegan leather made from mushrooms could mould the future of sustainable fashion
The latest contender in leather alternatives is the humble fungus. [ + ]
Making wine with a gentle touch on the environment
Richard Angove talks about the innovative sustainable farming and production techniques being used at Angove Organic to focus on sustainability. [ + ]
Pure oxygen can reduce risks of Legionella generation from water treatment plants by 90%
Until recently, there was no reason to believe that purification using activated sludge could involve any risk to public health, but some recent events have revealed that this is in fact the case. [ + ]
Why Is LPG energy great for rural households?
There are many advantages of signing up for LPG at your rural property, Elgas explains. [ + ]
Lockdowns deliver respite for our overshooting planet
Overshoot Day, the date when humanity will have used earth's renewable ecological budget for the entire year, has moved back to 22 August thanks to lockdowns. [ + ]
How LED lighting affects the natural environment
The La Trobe University Net Zero fund will be investigating the impact that LED lighting has on native wildlife. [ + ]
Choosing a heat exchanger that fits the bill
HRS Heat Exchangers has released a white paper to help wastewater utilities select the right heat exchanger for maximum productivity. We take a look at the key takeaways. [ + ]
Auditor-General report reveals Vic mine rehabilitation failures
Lawyers and environmental NGOs have warned that Victoria's mines are contaminating communities and leaving a legacy of social, financial and environmental liabilities. [ + ]
Microrecycling science: revolutionising recycling and manufacturing
UNSW's SMaRT Centre has developed a ‘material microsurgery' technique that can extract valuable materials and elements from complex waste items and reform them. [ + ]
Powder coating: an unacknowledged waste stream
Monash research reveals the extent of microplastics in the environment and a little known contributor in a class of its own. [ + ]
How water stewardship benefits businesses by reducing water risks
Using a water stewardship approach can help identify a pathway to longer term business sustainability. [ + ]
AI breakthrough in Tassie salmon farming
The growing demand for farmed seafood has led to increasing levels of automation to help the industry grow, while minimising environmental impact. [ + ]
