Industry News
AI may help Australia prepare for hotter, drier summers
As Australia faces increasingly dry and unpredictable summers, Schneider Electric says AI may provide more adaptive and resilient water systems. [ + ]
Melbourne Water wins at 2025 Victorian Water Awards
Melbourne Water has won two accolades at the awards, recognising its leadership in research and development, sustainability and innovation in water infrastructure. [ + ]
Critical minerals on the agenda at IMARC 2025
IMARC has opened in Sydney with critical minerals as a hot topic, following the news of a US$8.5 billion critical minerals pipeline deal between the US and Australia. [ + ]
Switchgear tech receives sustainable design award
Schneider Electric's medium-voltage switchgear technology, AirSeT, has been recognised by the World Economic Forum for its sustainable design. [ + ]
Australians use more water than we think
This National Water Week, the Australian Water Association is asking Aussies to curb their hidden water usage to reduce the threat of water scarcity. [ + ]
NSW battery regulation moves from policy to action
The state's regulations to address battery disposal and producer responsibility are now open for community and industry feedback. [ + ]
Partnership to turn cooking oil into fuel
Viva Energy and Cleanaway have signed a Memorandum of Understanding in a step towards the manufacture of low-carbon liquid fuels and products in Australia. [ + ]
Sustainability Victoria marks 20 years
Sustainability Victoria (SV) has celebrated its 20th anniversary and has a new initiative planned for Sustainability in Schools Month in November. [ + ]
Increase in Australian EV ownership: report
Electric vehicle sales hit record highs with high-power charging plugs expanded and new EV models launched this past year, says Electric Vehicle Council report. [ + ]
Honeywell partnership to boost data centre efficiency
Honeywell has announced a global strategic collaboration with LS ELECTRIC to jointly develop solutions that simplify power management for data centres. [ + ]
Startups receive $100K grant to tackle climate change
NRMA Insurance Help Fund was awarded to five local climate-smart innovations that are helping to strengthen climate resilience and support adaptation. [ + ]
Webinar addresses global plastic pollution
The AIP will hold a State of Industry Webinar on the 'Global Plastics Pollution Treaty INC5.2 and what's next' in November. [ + ]
Engineers Australia CEO receives honorary doctorate
Romilly Madew AO has been honoured for her exceptional contributions to sustainability, innovation and equity in engineering. [ + ]
NSW Premier to open IMARC 2025
The International Mining and Resources Conference, held 21–23 October at the ICC Sydney, will attract over 10,000 delegates from more than 120 countries. [ + ]
NSW Firming Tender opens
Tender Round 7 under the NSW Electricity Infrastructure Roadmap has opened, with priority given to those within the Sydney–Newcastle–Wollongong sub-region. [ + ]

