Industry News
Govt grants: driving down industrial decarbonisation
ARENA is providing a total of $1.98 million in grants directly to 10 businesses that are looking to contribute to Australia's emissions reduction targets. [ + ]
Major upgrade for Hunter Water
Hunter Water has bolstered its water supply infrastructure with the installation of a 3 km water trunk main in Black Hill. [ + ]
New method has potential to manage 'forever chemicals'
Scientists from UNSW have designed a catalyst system that can activate a reaction to break down common types of branched PFAS. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
Seeking solar innovators for $100 million challenge
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has launched its global $100 million 'Solar ScaleUp Challenge'. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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? [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]