Sustainability > Carbon management

A carbon-positive roadmap for Australia's built environment

29 June, 2018

'A Carbon Positive Roadmap for the built environment' establishes the steps required for buildings and fit-outs to achieve net zero emissions by 2050.


Mineral carbonation plant opens at University of Newcastle

31 August, 2017

Mineral Carbonation International (MCi) has unveiled a semicontinuous research pilot plant at the Newcastle Institute for Energy and Resources, showcasing cutting-edge technology that could see CO2 emissions used as a valuable resource that can be transformed into building products.


The benefits of carbon sequestration in soil

23 June, 2017

An international team of soil experts says carbon sequestration in soil has the potential to enhance food security and mitigate climate change.


Through the eagle's eye

15 March, 2017 by Khory Hancock (Environmental Scientist)

Khory Hancock takes a bird's-eye look at the environmental issues facing the world and explains what we can do.


Innovation beyond the ISO standard

13 December, 2016

Engineers must look beyond ISO (International Organisation for Standardisation) standards when developing and implementing industrial solutions, says SMC Pneumatics, a leading manufacturer of pneumatic control devices.


YHA New Zealand becomes carboNZero certified

24 November, 2016

YHA New Zealand has become the first accommodation network in the world to become carboNZeroCert certified, representing three years' worth of measuring, reducing and offsetting greenhouse gas emissions for the company.


University of Wollongong joins Low Carbon Living CRC

14 November, 2016

The University of Wollongong's Sustainable Buildings Research Centre will become a research participant in the Cooperative Research Centre for Low Carbon Living.


Renewably sourced soap with reduced chemical usage

28 October, 2016

A team of researchers, led by the University of Minnesota, has invented a new soap molecule made from renewable sources that could reduce the number of chemicals in cleaning products and their impact on the environment.


Climate Action Tool launched

06 October, 2016

World Bank, AECOM and C40 Cities have launched a Climate Action Tool.


CO2CRC opens CCS laboratories

28 September, 2016

CO2CRC, The University of Melbourne and Federation University Australia have opened new emissions reduction laboratories aimed at providing clean, efficient energy for Australia.


Growth is a habit but not the answer

05 September, 2016 by Dr Kaushik Sridhar, Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability Manager, KPMG

Economic growth has long been mankind's cultural norm; however, that is coming to an end, according to Dr Kaushik Sridhar, KPMG corporate responsibility & sustainability manager. In this article, Dr Sridhar discusses what the new economy must look like in order to mitigate damages from climate change.


How to make Adelaide carbon neutral

05 September, 2016

Siemens has released a report outlining key technologies that could support Adelaide in becoming the world's first carbon-neutral city and, in the process, potentially generate thousands of full-time jobs.


Steps to a smarter carbon policy

31 August, 2016

The Energy Networks Association has released a report analysing alternative carbon policy options. The analysis confirms that if governments focus on outcomes, rather than picking technology winners, Australia can meet its carbon target while saving customers $216 per year and achieving economic savings of $900 million.


Carbon-neutral plasterboards for Barangaroo and beyond

08 August, 2016

Carbon-neutral plasterboards are now available for projects in Sydney and Brisbane, thanks to a joint venture between partners on the Barangaroo South project.


$3.6 million to turn Adelaide carbon neutral

19 July, 2016

The South Australian Government has promised to spend $3.6 million to help Adelaide become the world's first carbon-neutral city, saying the commitment will boost the local economy.


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