Australian scientists have developed a new efficient catalyst that converts carbon dioxide (CO₂) from the air into synthetic natural gas, in what is claimed to be a clean process using solar energy. [ + ]

Researchers at the South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI) have discovered that recycled wine waste is excellent abalone feed. [ + ]

The Australian Council of Recycling (ACOR) is leading the recycling industry's call for national action on used tyres. [ + ]

The Waste Management Association of Australia (WMAA) has elected Garth Lamb as its new national president for a term of two years. [ + ]

A City of Sydney plan to 'Leave Nothing to Waste' will introduce new residential waste collection streams to increase recycling and set a path to zero waste. [ + ]

The Turnbull government has successfully passed legislation to phase down hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) — powerful synthetic gases used in refrigerators, air conditioners, fire extinguishers and insulating foam. [ + ]

Australian office products supplier COS has invested $1 million in installing over 1500 solar panels at its facilities as a step towards its goal of achieving zero carbon emissions. [ + ]

The Victorian Government has launched a cutting-edge recycling facility in Melbourne's north that will reduce landfill, cut greenhouse emissions and produce enough renewable energy to pay for itself. [ + ]

The Asian Utility Innovators Awards have been presented to the most innovative projects and solutions across integrated systems, including smart meters, communications networks and data management systems. [ + ]

The City of Perth has become home to what is claimed to be the most high-tech recycling facility in the Southern Hemisphere. [ + ]

Six years into the Unilever Sustainable Living Plan (USLP), Unilever has announced it is on track to meet most of its 50+ targets. [ + ]

A new report identifies 50 best practice initiatives that can be used across a wide variety of new and existing properties, as part of a push towards net zero carbon buildings. [ + ]

Queensland University of Technology is leading research on a $14 million national project that aims to expand Australia's growing bioproducts industry while advancing the war on waste. [ + ]

The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) has published its 10th annual State of the Energy Market report, highlighting the changing dynamics across the entire energy sector. [ + ]

Consultation has commenced on the new draft standard for On-Site Battery Systems. Released by Standards Australia, the consultation draft is designed for this emerging technology to ensure that the different views amongst stakeholders are considered and appropriately balanced with community safety expectations. [ + ]