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Recapture untapped energy through heat regeneration
Many industrial processes require energy, but only a portion of that energy input is used for each operation such as pasteurisation or evaporation. How can heat regeneration help? [ + ]
'Mussel membrane' for sustainable wastewater treatment
A nanoporous membrane, inspired by mussels, could pave the way for more sustainable management of water within a range of industries, including pharmaceuticals. [ + ]
Inside the production of argan shells
The BioPowder team pursues a clear mission of building trusted partnerships with raw material suppliers in Morocco to source argan shells. [ + ]
Tackling plastic pollution and restoring oceans with material ingenuity
On a mission to tackle the ever-growing issue of plastic pollution, ULUU’s goal is to replace traditional plastics with a clean, sustainable process. [ + ]
Sustainable air conditioning inspired by termites
Termites use complex climate control mechanisms in their mounds that could be imitated to create air conditioning with a reduced carbon footprint. [ + ]
Researchers remove heavy metals from biosolids
Engineers in Melbourne have developed a method to remove heavy metals, including copper and zinc, from biosolids. [ + ]
Key decision-makers to tackle nation's most urgent issues at AWRE 2023
Australia is waste deep in a resource recovery crisis and there's never been a more urgent time for the resource recovery sector to come together. [ + ]
Circular economy for packaging
Australian environment ministers have agreed to mandate obligations for packaging design and make industry responsible for the packaging they place on the market. [ + ]
Investing to reduce construction and demolition waste and boost Australia's circular economy
The challenge of Australia's growing construction and demolition (C&D) waste stream is being addressed at a multimillion-dollar flagship facility in Queensland. [ + ]
What's the key to unlocking Australia's green energy superpower?
Facing up to community opposition is critical for Australia's energy transition, according to Sarah FitzGerald, GHD's Global Program Lead – Future Energy. [ + ]
Biodegradable bags for mushroom farming
University of Queensland researchers are working with mushroom growers to help reduce the reliance on plastic 'grow bags'. [ + ]
Shaping the future of EV battery stewardship
BSC CEO Libby Chaplin and Curtin University Professor Peter Newman have called for immediate action on EV battery stewardship and recycling. [ + ]
Experts call for Australia to step up PV recycling
Australia may face a major waste issue in the next decade, with solar panels and PV modules reaching their end of life without a viable recycling scheme. [ + ]
Hydrogen Headstart: industry responds to federal Budget
Treasurer Jim Chalmers recently delivered the Australian federal Budget, which will see the hydrogen industry benefit from $2 billion in funding for Hydrogen Headstart. [ + ]
Fungi could consume hard-to-recycle plastic
Polypropylene is a common plastic that is used for a wide variety of products, accounting for about 28% of the world's plastic waste. [ + ]
