Industry News
Conspiracy mentality drives misinformation about EVs
A study has found misinformation about electric vehicles is rife, primarily fuelled by mistrust and conspiracy theories. [ + ]
Underwater noise modelling program to protect marine life
GHD has a new underwater noise modelling program designed to mitigate the environmental impacts of offshore wind farms. [ + ]
Mitigating the decline of FCAS prices
GridBeyond explores why there is a significant decline in FCAS in its latest white paper and provides what businesses can do to recoup lost revenues. [ + ]
Calls for mandated solar on new builds
A new report suggests up to 75% of Sydney's energy needs could be met if all rooftops had solar panels installed. [ + ]
Grant funding open for sustainable organisations
Submissions are now open for the 2025 Canon Oceania Grants program, supporting community organisations across Australia and New Zealand. [ + ]
Epson awarded AAA rating
Epson has received an AAA rating for the second consecutive year, the highest rating in the MSCI ESG Ratings in 2025. [ + ]
Refilled drink dispenser reduces corporate plastic waste
Sydney-based drink company Refilled has prevented more than 440,000 single use bottles ending up in landfill from companies such as Meta, Uber and Docusign. [ + ]
Food waste action reduces methane emissions
An NZ food waste reduction initiative is providing 12,000 meals per day and helping prevent emissions from food going to landfill. [ + ]
City of Gosnells retains Gold for Waterwise initiatives
The City of Gosnells has once again earned Gold Waterwise accreditation from the Water Corporation, recognising its strong commitment to sustainable water management. [ + ]
VicReturn partners with Sports Environment Alliance
VicReturn learns from stadiums, councils and community sport through the Sports Environment Alliance (SEA) on how to improve its container deposit scheme, CDS Vic. [ + ]
Aussie wine brand addresses overlooked recycling flaw
South Australia's Nepenthe Wines has introduced fully removable aluminium tearaway capsules across all its still wines. [ + ]
Microplastics in food may contribute to glucose intolerance
A new study suggests microscopic plastic particles found in food and beverages may affect glucose metabolism and harm organs such as the liver. [ + ]
Two community batteries go live in Campbelltown
The batteries together enable 140 local Cambelltown residents to benefit from renewable energy and save on household electricity costs. [ + ]
TOMRA launches return point for reusable takeaway packaging
TOMRA Reuse showcased its Reuse Collection Point, capable of handling reusable takeaway packaging, at the REuse Economy Expo. [ + ]
Community-scale energy solutions encouraged by AEMO report
Community Power Agency welcomes the AEMO engagement with DNSPs as a much-needed development in national energy planning. [ + ]
