Industry News
Circularity needed at scale for Aust building industry
Australia has the highest material footprint of the G20, more than 31 tonnes per person. Doubling our circularity by 2035 could add $26 billion to GDP annually. [ + ]
Water shortages prompt Vic Government to boost supply
The decision follows Geelong water storages hitting a six-year low and a double-digit annual decline in Melbourne's storage levels. [ + ]
Coalition to scrap vehicle policy reducing emissions
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton is set to dismantle Australia's climate policies, with reports indicating he plans to remove the New Vehicle Efficiency Standards. [ + ]
Textile recycler BlockTexx wins Gold for sustainability
BlockTexx, a clean technology company that recovers polyester and cellulose from textiles and clothing, has won a significant sustainability award. [ + ]
Vast secures grant to progress SA Solar Fuels project
HyFuel Solar Refinery, a subsidiary of Vast, has been awarded $700,000 through the ASLET initiative for maritime and port operations. [ + ]
NSW passes legislation to mandate battery recycling
The passing of the Product Lifecycle Responsibility Bill in New South Wales is said to mark a historic shift in battery recycling. [ + ]
EPOC Enviro secures patent for PFAS remediation technology
Australian company EPOC Enviro has announced the approval of its foam fractionation patent, securing exclusive rights for its SAFF technology in Australia. [ + ]
Boral secures grant for cement kiln carbon reduction
The project will reduce process emissions from cement clinker manufacturing by up to 100,000 tonnes. [ + ]
Climate Council rates political parties on climate
The Climate Council has released its scorecard of Australia's political parties ahead of the 2025 federal election. [ + ]
Canadian Solar and Flow Power to install anti-hail solar
Canadian Solar's anti-hail technology is set to be installed at a new South Australian solar BESS energy project by Flow Power. [ + ]
Kate Ceberano helps raise over $580,000 for clean water
The Aussie singer took centre stage at WaterAid Australia's Victorian Ball, helping raise crucial funds for clean water, sanitation and hygiene projects. [ + ]
Land water loss causes sea level rise in 21st century
An international team of scientists has found global water storage on land has plummeted since the start of the 21st century, overtaking glacier melt rates. [ + ]
Consult Australia Awards — winners announced
The Consult Australia Awards, held at ICC Sydney, recognised the dedication of firms delivering complex infrastructure and design projects. [ + ]
SciDev secures US contract for PFAS remediation
SciDev has secured a contract with US consulting firm Halff for the treatment of PFAS-impacted, investigation-derived waste on US Department of Defense sites. [ + ]
Nature takes a back seat in the 2025–26 federal Budget
Less than one cent out of every dollar in the Australian federal Budget 2025–26 is allocated to protecting nature, the Australian Conservation Foundation said. [ + ]
