Case Studies
3D printing with solar power and discarded plastics
Deakin University is developing technology capable of 3D printing plumbing and sanitation supplies using discarded plastics. [ + ]
Renewable oil produced in plant leaves
CSIRO researchers have made it possible to produce oil in the leaves, stems and seeds of plants, in a breakthrough which could mark a milestone for the renewable oils industry. [ + ]
Underwater bait setter to save the albatross
Every year, approximately 3 billion hooks are set by the global longline fishing fleet. While setting the lines, albatross and other diving seabirds such as petrels can become hooked or entangled and drown as the longline sinks. [ + ]
Lismore City Council solves sludge-pump choking problems
Lismore City Council was having chronic problems with its digester pump choking at its South Lismore sewage treatment plant. [ + ]
Saving water in Perth's fast-growing suburb
The City of Swan has implemented a water-saving solution for playing fields in the Ellenbrook district, which is one of the Perth's (and Australia's) fastest growing suburbs. [ + ]
Modelling best placement of green infrastructure to reduce urban heat
A numerical tool for designing Water Sensitive Cities — a concept closely aligned with water wise cities — is creating demonstrated impact in places like the City of Unley, Adelaide. [ + ]
Advanced oxidation process for taste and odour removal
To remove taste and odour compounds at Sung-Nam Water Treatment Plant, Xylem provided a complete advanced oxidation processes (AOP) system. [ + ]
Solving a gritty problem for wastewater treatment plants
CST Wastewater Solutions introduces high-performance inlet screening and grit removal technology, suitable for wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) operating in sandy environments throughout Australasia. [ + ]
Grease is the word
The design of grease traps has not really changed much at all since the 19th century, when a gentleman called Nathaniel Whiting obtained a patent on the first ever grease trap. That's where a dissolved air flotation (DAF) system such as the Hydroflux Grease Trap Dissolved Air Flotation (GT-DAF) system comes in. [ + ]
Newly discovered bacteria can remove nitrogen from wastewater
Researchers have come across a type of bacteria that could fundamentally reshape efforts to cut the huge amount of electricity consumed during wastewater clean-up. [ + ]
Solar success for Victorian bulb farm
After averaging $60,000 a year on energy, P Aker Flowerbulbs recruited energy management company AEES Group to design and install a solar system to help reduce costs. [ + ]
Ageing treatment plant gets a makeover
After reviewing a variety of technology platforms, Terrey Hills Golf and Country Club decided to retrofit BioGill above-ground bioreactors to its existing wastewater treatment plant. [ + ]
Solar heating enhances air quality in schools
A Massey University construction professor was recognised at the 2016 New Zealand Institute of Building Awards for her work on a solar heating project in New Zealand schools. [ + ]
Solar power for the aged-care sector
With Perth's aged-care industry rapidly growing, energy consultancy Perdaman Advanced Energy (PAE) is helping the sector to become more financially and environmentally sustainable. [ + ]
Integrated compressor system helps a regional wastewater plant
When pump manufacturer Robuschi tested its ROBOX energy WS 65 magnet screw compressor in a civil wastewater treatment plant in the province of Trento, Italy, the new technology performed beyond the client's expectations. [ + ]