Industry News
Scientists make inroads into sustainable refrigeration
The research involved fine-tuning the compression-absorption cascade refrigeration cycle (CACRC) — a system that combines vapour-compression refrigeration with an absorption refrigeration cycle. [ + ]
New hydrogen storage method receives $5m grant
While hydrogen has long been identified as a clean energy source, there are difficulties in transporting it affordably and practically. [ + ]
New initiative helps businesses make sustainable packaging choices
The AIP is collaborating with sustainability software company Empauer to offer a comprehensive life cycle assessment package for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) in Australia, NZ and Asia. [ + ]
Sydney Water prepares for expansion of NW Sydney
The 10-year program aims to accommodate an additional 200,000 new house connections in Sydney's north-west. [ + ]
Aust Academy of Science honours next-gen solar pioneer
The Academy's annual awards celebrate the achievements of the country's leading minds, from early-career researchers to those who have spent a lifetime contributing to science. [ + ]
TerraCycle marks a decade of recycling in ANZ
During its time in the region, the Australian and New Zealand TerraCycle network has grown from just a few thousand to more than 1.2 million TerraCyclers. [ + ]
Diverse battery technologies trialled in remote WA
ARENA will supply $2.85 million in funding to trial two novel long-duration batteries at remote microgrids in Western Australia. [ + ]
Ballarat aims for 100% renewable energy
Committee for Ballarat has joined forces with more than 20 of Ballarat's largest businesses and industries to launch the project. [ + ]
New technology for water quality analysis
Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Photonic Microsystems have developed a multi-sensor system that assesses water quality. [ + ]
Melbourne sewerage network prepares for growing population
Yarra Valley Water has signed a five-year contract with Waternish Engineering and Service Stream to upgrade sewage and recycled water treatment plants. [ + ]
Inquiry launched into local govt sustainability
The House of Representatives Standing Committee on Regional Development, Infrastructure and Transport welcomes submissions on the inquiry from interested organisations and individuals. [ + ]
UNSW innovation extends the life of plastic waste
The new method, which also removes dyes from the original plastic waste, has attracted the attention of the Arnott's Group. [ + ]
Printed flexible solar cells expand possibilities for photovoltaics
The portable cells can be used in construction, mining, emergency management, disaster relief, defence, personal electronics — and even in space. [ + ]
Creating the skills pool for Australia's energy transition
Engineers Australia has partnered with Energy Networks Australia to build the engineering skills pool required for a smooth transition to renewable energy. [ + ]
Vic awards first energy from waste licence
The Maryvale Energy from Waste project will process non-recyclable municipal solid waste that would otherwise go to landfill. [ + ]