Industry News
WA renewable power projects switch on for summer
Three major wind and solar farm projects in Western Australia have connected to the Western Power grid. [ + ]
Glass facility puts SUEZ on Most Innovative Companies list
SUEZ Australia & New Zealand has ranked fifth on the AFR's BOSS Most Innovative Companies list for its innovative Glass Crushing & Washing Facility. [ + ]
$15K fine for hazardous waste facility
Environmental Treatment Solutions has incurred a $15,000 fine for allegedly failing to safely store hazardous chemicals at its Minto waste facility. [ + ]
Aussies urged to avoid cheap 'landfill solar'
On the eve of International E-Waste Day, Australians are being urged to invest in good-quality rooftop solar systems that will stand the test of time. [ + ]
Aussie solar lights smart streets in USA
Smart city developers in the USA have chosen Melbourne company Leadsun to deliver solar street lighting projects throughout its futuristic cities. [ + ]
Funding boost for NZ circular economy research
A five-year program aims to integrate essential bodies of knowledge, research communities, novel insights and actions that can contribute to circular economy success in New Zealand. [ + ]
Budget a win for sustainable infrastructure
According to ISCA, the federal government's latest Budget will pave the way for resilient and sustainable infrastructure. [ + ]
Sekisui House Australia builds upon green credentials
Sekisui House Australia's four Queensland projects have achieved or are targeting a minimum 5 Star Green Star certification from the Green Building Council of Australia. [ + ]
Concord school commits to carbon cuts
Victoria Avenue Public School in Concord West has become one of the first schools in Sydney to install solar technology under a new partnership between Ausgrid and Solar my School. [ + ]
Online masterclass: Managing petroleum-hydrocarbon-contaminated sites
Industry can potentially save millions with LNAPL management for better environmental outcomes. Find out more at an online masterclass. [ + ]
Energy Efficiency Expo announces virtual conference
Energy Efficiency Expo, the comprehensive trade exhibition and conference, will launch a virtual conference in October to address energy productivity and affordability. [ + ]
All-Energy Australia goes virtual
All-Energy Australia 2020 will take its highly anticipated conference online this year to continue supporting Australia's transition to a clean energy future. [ + ]
Kew-Balwyn Water Main Upgrade complete
Yarra Valley Water has upgraded a 104-year-old water main supplying water to 14,000 properties from Kew to Balwyn. [ + ]
Solar our schools, Australian parents say
More than 10,000 Australian parents have signed a petition asking Scott Morrison to fund solar panels and batteries for all Australian schools and early childhood centres. [ + ]
Cement-free concrete farewells corrosion and fatbergs
A research team from RMIT University has created a concrete that eliminates free lime — a chemical compound that promotes corrosion and fatbergs. [ + ]
