Articles
LCA provides the evidence base for circular economy
Life cycle assessment (LCA) has been the toolbox for sustainable products for decades, but hasn't yet gained the expected level of popularity. [ + ]
Bolstering bridges against climate change
Ultimately, climate change will affect the world's bridges, but to what extent? [ + ]
Could a new concept replace lithium-ion batteries?
A battery concept adopting an anode and cathode made of aluminium and anthraquinone could result in lower production costs and environmental impacts. [ + ]
Recycling back to the future
The recent global waste recycling crisis has focused us on the importance of developing localised markets for recyclable materials. [ + ]
Variable speed drives as smart sensors
With the advance of Industry 4.0, the role of the drive has evolved from that of a pure power processor to that of an intelligent element in the automation system. [ + ]
The role of energy storage in decarbonising Australia's energy mix
Decarbonising the energy mix is essential for the urgent need to lower carbon emissions globally. Industry Executive of the AESA Mary Hendriks explains. [ + ]
The role of RDF/PEF in Australia's future resource strategy
What role will resources such as refuse-derived fuel and process engineered fuel play in Australia's approach to waste management? Robbie McKernan explores... [ + ]
The future of high-quality PEF
More than 20 million tonnes of waste is still landfilled in Australia each year. Processed engineered fuel (PEF) has potential to harness energy value from this waste. [ + ]
7 roads to an electronics circular economy
To build a circular economy for electronics, consider the following building blocks as vital... [ + ]
AEMC calls for urgent action on national grid
The AEMC has released a report investigating what needs to happen to get Australia's energy grid future ready. [ + ]
Plasma gasification: a way to boost the circular economy
It is essential to obtain a better understanding of plasma gasification (PG) and its impacts on the environment, society and the economy. PG is a technology that could be used to divert waste from landfill. [ + ]
Energy industry gets a look at Monash microgrid
Monash University is showcasing its energy microgrid to the energy industry to demonstrate how a 100% renewable-powered city can operate. [ + ]
Australia wasting recycling potential
An EY report has revealed that — by failing to correctly handle our recyclable materials — Australia could be missing out on $324 million each year. [ + ]
How industry can turn waste into biogas
Businesses can turn organic waste into biogas to offset energy costs and create new revenue streams. [ + ]
Sending PFAS packing, permanently
In response to growing demand for an effective way to permanently remove PFAS from the environment, AECOM has collaborated with the University of Georgia to devise a reliable, permanent and cost-effective solution. [ + ]
