Industry News
Deploying nuclear will lead to higher emissions: report
The Climate Change Authority's report confirms the risks of delaying a clean energy future in favour of nuclear power, stating it will lead to higher emissions and increased costs. [ + ]
Amazon Australia delivers on 100% recyclable packaging
Amazon Australia has continued its commitment to reduce packaging waste by moving to 100% recyclable packaging. [ + ]
Yarra Valley Water addresses future demands with new group
Yarra Valley Water has created a newly bolstered Asset Services Group to meet the needs of a rapidly growing population and climate change impacts. [ + ]
KAESER develops new concept to improve sustainability
To meet its commitment to sustainability, KAESER Compressors Australia has developed an organisation-wide concept: 'Rethink. Research. Reduce. Repair.' [ + ]
Australasian Waste Recycling Expo debuts as ReGen at ICC
ReGen, Australia's Circular Resource Expo, formerly known as the Australasian Waste Recycling Expo, is set to debut on 23–24 July 2025 at ICC Sydney. [ + ]
City dwellers at higher risk of heatwave death
University of Queensland research shows an increase in heatwave-related deaths in cities due to human-induced climate change. [ + ]
US federal paper straw ban causes confusion, expert says
RMIT expert Dr Bhavna Middha said US President Trump's executive order banning paper straws in federal agencies will cause market and consumer confusion. [ + ]
Three-point plan to fight battery-related fires
ACOR welcomes a $2 million Qld Government initiative, which will expand battery collection points, enhance fire risk management and raise public awareness. [ + ]
Schneider Electric appoints Tim Pratt as VP Power Products
Schneider Electric has announced Tim Pratt as vice president of the Power Products division, Pacific Zone. [ + ]
National roadmap supports bidirectional EV charging
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has released a national roadmap to enable electric vehicles (EVs) to connect to the grid. [ + ]
ANC Delivers boosts battery-electric vehicle fleet
ANC Delivers has overcome transition challenges to integrate around 60 electric vehicles into its fleet as part of its $45.5 million sustainability initiative. [ + ]
New life for retired wind turbine blades
ACCIONA is calling on Australian innovators to help with a new initiative for transforming decommissioned wind turbine blades into new materials and products. [ + ]
Hydrogen production tax incentive gets green light
A hydrogen production tax incentive has passed legislation, encouraging hydrogen production as a clean energy alternative in Australia. [ + ]
Kerbside EV charging in Australia to get funding boost
ARENA has committed $2.4 million in funding for 250 new public kerbside electric vehicle (EV) chargers across Victoria, NSW and South Australia. [ + ]
$1.5 million grant program to plan for net zero emissions
Applications for a NSW Government grant program are now open to help eligible businesses plan and take action to achieve net zero emissions. [ + ]
