Industry News
Conference to explore how Aust can reach 2030 waste target
Australia will need "a paradigm shift and behaviour change" to address unnecessary consumption and overproduction of products, according to WMRR. [ + ]
Waste and recycling industries unite for urgent action on battery fire crisis
Ten of Australia's waste and recycling organisations have joined together to call for urgent action on the growing hazard posed by batteries in waste streams. [ + ]
$3m up for grabs for innovative waste projects
The third round of the NSW Local Government Waste Solutions Fund is inviting applications for initiatives that will drive waste reduction and foster a circular economy. [ + ]
Hydrogen energy micro-credentials aim to upskill engineers
Engineers Australia, through EEA and Deakin Uni, will launch a suite of hydrogen energy micro-credentials with the aim of upskilling the engineering workforce. [ + ]
Back to basics: Coles trials boxes for fruit & veg
In an effort to reduce single-use plastic bags, Coles has launched a new trial where cardboard boxes will be provided for loose fruit and vegetables. [ + ]
Australia's energy transition urgently needs skilled workers
With electricity sector jobs forecast to double by 2029, a report from the Institute for Sustainable Futures has underlined the need for action from government, industry and training providers. [ + ]
Liquid metal could be key to greener ammonia
An RMIT-led study relying on liquid metal catalysts has demonstrated a low-energy approach for producing ammonia that is as effective as the current gold standard, which relies on the force of pressure. [ + ]
Inside a $15 million contaminated soil washing facility
Veolia's Taylors Road Resource Recovery Precinct in Victoria will soon be home to a $15 million contaminated soil washing technology facility. [ + ]
Report highlights need for education on clean energy transition
A new report reveals willingness among Australians to adopt renewable energy initiatives but also highlights concerns about affordability and reliability. [ + ]
Strengthening the sustainability of Rubus berry production
Hort Innovation and Lifecycles are embarking on a life cycle assessment project for the Australian raspberry and blackberry (Rubus) industry. [ + ]
Driving new safety standards for EV batteries
Alpha HPA is making inroads into improving battery safety for EVs with its proprietary technology that is designed to reduce fire risk. [ + ]
Australians unsure about food expiry labelling
A recent study has revealed Australians are wasting food because of unclear date labels and storage advice. [ + ]
$2.2m in funding for council fleet electrification
Three councils in Melbourne's west will soon be electrifying their fleets with the help of $2.2 million in funding from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency. [ + ]
Pathways for engineers to transition to renewable energy sector
A new report released by Engineers Australia — 'Making a Clean Transition' — looks at the transferability of engineering skills for the clean energy transition. [ + ]
Testing carbon capture technology on a large scale
In order to create a cleaner future, Curtin University is entering a three-year, multimillion-dollar agreement with carbon capture and storage research organisation CO2CRC. [ + ]
