Industry News
Aust breakthrough could transform solar PV
UNSW Sydney researchers have found a new way to produce synthesised kesterite — an eco-friendly material that could form next-generation solar cells. [ + ]
Applications open for CSIRO's 'Innovate to Grow' program
The program helps small and medium-sized enterprises to advance their research goals in the recycling and circular economy sector. [ + ]
AGL acquires EV software platform
The Australian-owned Everty platform delivers comprehensive charging and energy management solutions for electric vehicles. [ + ]
Sydney ferry honours solar pioneer
The latest vessel in Sydney's new fleet of sustainable ferries has been named in honour of UNSW Sydney Scientia Professor Martin Green. [ + ]
Ethical oil startup wins $100K prize
NSW-based Levur has taken out KPMG's Nature Positive Prize — part of an annual Challenge to boost inventive environmental problem-solving. [ + ]
New sustainability expo to help Australia transition to net zero
NET ZERO EXPO will run twice in Australia in 2025: first in Sydney on 27–28 August, then in Melbourne on 16–17 September. [ + ]
CEFC invests $100 million in affordable, greener housing
Clean Energy Finance Corporation, along with AXA IM Alts, invest in sustainable build-to-rent homes for key Australian worker employment hubs. [ + ]
Australian Open set to reduce plastic waste by 400 kg
Sustainability Victoria is reducing single-use plastic at the Australian Open 2025 by providing reusables during the international tennis tournament. [ + ]
Vertical axis wind turbine design set to reduce operating costs
Flinders University researchers trial a new turbine tower design that is set to increase energy efficiency and improve turbine sustainability. [ + ]
B-cycle launches holiday battery safety campaign
At the end of the summer holidays, homes across Australia are left with a large number of used batteries, creating a hidden potential hazard. [ + ]
Storing CO2 in construction materials
A new study has found that storing carbon dioxide in building materials could hugely reduce global greenhouse gas emissions. [ + ]
Advanced method to detect harbour sewage
Macquarie University researchers have investigated the level of sewage pollution in 18 global harbours, with concerning results. [ + ]
Sustainable organic batteries for future energy storage
A rechargeable proton battery being developed by scientists at UNSW Sydney has the potential to solve some of the challenges associated with traditional grid-scale energy storage. [ + ]
Berrima Cement Works upgrades with sustainable tech
Boral has unveiled new carbon-reducing technology at the site, which supplies 40% of cement in New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory. [ + ]
Australian orgs partner to speed circular economy
GS1 Australia has joined forces with the Product Stewardship Centre of Excellence to drive the development of sustainable practices across industries in Australia. [ + ]
