Industry News
Melbourne car park turned into solar power system
While building a truck parking and loading zone, the Melbourne Market Authority saw an opportunity to turn empty space into a solar power system. [ + ]
Engineering begins on utility-scale concentrated solar thermal plant
Vast Solar has awarded Worley key engineering contracts for its VS1 CSP project in Port Augusta, which is set to begin construction in 2024. [ + ]
Inside the highlight topics to be discussed at Energy Next
Energy Next, powered by All Energy Australia, will take place at ICC Sydney on 18–19 July with over 20 expert talks, presentations and panels. Here are the highlights... [ + ]
Pilot program for carbon-neutral energy management
DENSO Corporation has announced its launch of a pilot program to test a new energy management system as part of efforts to eliminate CO2 emissions. [ + ]
Supply chain model for hydrogen energy industry
Researchers have created a supply chain model that could empower the international hydrogen renewable energy industry. [ + ]
"Biodegradable" plastic label may be misleading
A widely used compostable plastic has been found to persist unchanged in marine environments for at least 14 months, according to a study. [ + ]
Making vinegar from excess carbon dioxide could reduce emissions
Monash University's chemical engineers have developed an industrial process to produce acetic acid that uses the excess carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. [ + ]
Mercedes F1 team to shift to biofuel
Mercedes-AMG Formula One team PETRONAS and its logistics partners are working to deliver a fully biofuelled European season for their freight trucks. [ + ]
Revamped Trade-UPS program diverting e-waste from landfill
Schneider Electric's Trade-UPS program has been revamped for the Australian market, allowing partners to trade and recycle old UPS units free of charge. [ + ]
SA Water awarded for reservoir reserves
SA Water has received the Organisational Excellence Award at the Australian Water Association's 2023 National Water Awards. [ + ]
Clean energy Budget a "step in the right direction"
Following the launch of the Energy Next agenda, the speakers have given their opinions on the federal clean energy Budget. [ + ]
Sydney Opera House receives 6 star sustainability rating
Honeywell has announced its contributions to help the Sydney Opera House achieve a 6 Star Green Star rating from the Green Building Council of Australia. [ + ]
Government invests in industry growth centre
The Albanese government is investing $14 million into a home for locally developed and manufactured solutions for energy and emissions challenges. [ + ]
Greater Southern Sydney to receive major water upgrade
Sydney Water has commenced work on a major $80 million upgrade to its Nepean Water Filtration Plant south of Sydney. [ + ]
Yarra Valley Water announces five-year partnerships
Yarra Valley Water has a signed a partnership with Jaydo, Aqua Metro and MFJ Constructions to deliver its Pipes and Facilities Program. [ + ]
