Sustainability

How do we prepare for a hotter, more populated, Sydney?

03 June, 2026 by Stephan Gumpert, Manager, ANZ technical sales specialist team at Autodesk | Supplied by: Autodesk Australia

Sydney's rate of warming is more than double that of most other cities analysed, including Tokyo, Paris, Reykjavík and St Petersburg.


Battery-free sensors close to reality

03 June, 2026

Early applications, such as electronic shelf labels, could reach market in three to five years.


Renewable energy to power 4 million Aussie homes by 2030

28 May, 2026

The 19 government-backed projects will deliver 7.8 GW of renewable generation and a further 7.9 GWh in battery storage through hybrid projects.


Urban farming network provides sustainable food to CBD

28 May, 2026

Macrofarms are designed to transform underutilised urban spaces into optimised hydroponic farms which grow diverse produce year-round in indoor environments.


Aussie founder reduces need for plastic pallet wrap

26 May, 2026 | Supplied by: No Wrap

The frank green entrepreneur aims to disrupt the $10 billion global packaging industry with his new venture, No Wrap.


CSIRO job cuts cause industry concern

21 May, 2026

Farmers are calling on the Australian Government to ensure there is no impact on the climate modelling and projections from the organisation.


Why data centres must rethink water use

20 May, 2026 by Harry Jensen, Senior Operations Director, Australia and the Philippines, Equinix | Supplied by: Equinix Australia Pty Ltd

In a world of increasing freshwater scarcity, we must balance digital innovation with responsible water use, says Equinix Senior Operations Director.


Ecolab releases 2025 report

19 May, 2026 | Supplied by: Ecolab Pty Ltd

The 2025 Growth & Impact Report highlights how the company continues to deliver strong business performance while deepening its impact on customers.


$1m partnership to protect Australian waterways

19 May, 2026 | Supplied by: Suntory Oceania

Suntory Oceania and Griffith University will fund critical research and help inform how Australians protect water for future generations.


More could be done for sustainability in Budget, say industry groups

14 May, 2026 by Kylie Baracz

Industry and environmental leaders have provided strong reviews of the federal Budget after green schemes and future electric vehicle owners were left wanting.


Green schemes take a hit in federal Budget 2026

13 May, 2026

The Australian Government announced its Budget for the 2026–2027 financial year, with future EV owners and some sustainability projects left the worse for wear.


NSW Govt to fast-track renewable energy project deliveries

06 May, 2026

The new law will allow the NSW Energy Minister to identify and streamline the highest-priority renewable energy projects in the planning pipeline.


New method eliminates need for toxic lead in solar panels

05 May, 2026

The safe and scalable fabrication method creates high-quality, lead-free perovskite material with fewer performance-limiting defects.


Water treatment plant receives 'Blue Loan'

29 April, 2026

The WA plant's $170.5m refinancing has been recognised under the Blue Finance Guidelines Version 2.0 from the IFC.


ARBS 2026: one week to go

29 April, 2026

The refrigeration, air conditioning and building services event will open its doors at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre next week.


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