Industry News
Could NZ embrace wireless EV charging tech?
Dynamic wireless charging technology would allow EVs to charge while in motion, offering a promising solution to the limitations of fixed charging stations. [ + ]
Upcoming plastic feedstock compliance webinars
The NSW EPA and Operation Clean Sweep will hold two webinars to introduce best practice guidance in relation to plastic feedstock and pollution incidents. [ + ]
Waste body calls out lack of action on battery fires
While praising a $26 million funding initiative for a new ACT recycling facility, WMRR has issued a warning about the continuing risk of battery fires. [ + ]
Art Deco cinema receives solar upgrade
Thanks to a charity that finances climate action projects, Adelaide's historic Capri Theatre has a new 71.8 kW rooftop solar system and 51.2 kWh battery. [ + ]
Virus-detection pioneer wins Lee Kuan Yew Water Prize
The 2024 prize has been awarded to Professor Gertjan Medema in recognition of his breakthrough research in the field of wastewater-based epidemiology during the COVID-19 pandemic. [ + ]
Australia's nuclear future or fantasy?
The Federal Coalition has released details on its vision for nuclear energy in Australia, including seven locations for plants, but is it a plausible solution? [ + ]
AOG Energy rebrands to Energy Exchange Australia
During its more than 40-year history, AOG Energy had garnered a reputation as a significant event for the oil, gas and energy industry. [ + ]
Green methanol project planned for SA
The Solar Methanol 1 project could unlock green fuel production in Australia, helping to decarbonise hard-to-abate industries like shipping and aviation. [ + ]
Perth tops Australian cities in global sustainability ranking
Arcadis has shared the results of its most recent Sustainable Cities Index, revealing a pressing need to tackle climate change and other sustainability challenges. [ + ]
Concerning increase in nitrous oxide emissions
Human-induced nitrous oxide emissions have increased by 40% in the past 40 years, an international report has revealed. [ + ]
Peak waste group criticises Qld Budget
The Waste Management and Resource Recovery Association of Australia has highlighted several missed opportunities in the Budget, including its handling of council levies and the issue of battery fires. [ + ]
Murwillumbah to reduce impact of stormwater flooding
Construction has begun on a $1.626 million stormwater pump station behind the levee at Murwillumbah (Brothers) Leagues Club. [ + ]
Veggie and winegrowers supported in sustainable water use
WA's Cook government has doubled the size of grants for horticulture and viticulture growers who rely on the Gnangara groundwater system. [ + ]
The vital need for better groundwater research
While the Australian population is expected to grow to between 37.4 and 49.2 million by 2066, a quarter of Australia's 288 groundwater management areas are already over-allocated. [ + ]
Water partnership to help meet growth in SE Qld
Unitywater has appointed infrastructure consultant AECOM as Professional Services Partner in its $1.8bn Build Better Together program. [ + ]