Curtin receives funding for emission-reduction technology
24 July, 2012 by Gracie DanielCurtin University researchers will develop new technology for reducing carbon dioxide emissions after receiving $1 million of state government funding.
Business and consumers win as Australian carbon costs slashed
05 July, 2012A study released today by carbon analytics firm RepuTex indicates that companies liable under the carbon price mechanism will pay up to 45% less than initially expected, with cost savings totalling over $10bn translating into significantly reduced carbon price impacts for Australian consumers and regional commodities buyers.
Baker No-Tillage launched in Europe
04 July, 2012The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) has endorsed New Zealand ‘no-tillage’ technology for reducing the impact of climate change on the production of crops. Now, the crusade to encourage more farmers to adopt no-tillage techniques on their properties has been taken to Europe.
Hundreds of Australian businesses support carbon pricing
02 July, 2012Almost 300 organisations have galvanised under the banner of Businesses for a Clean Economy to voice their support for putting a price on carbon.
Carbon price to drive energy transformation, claims CEC
02 July, 2012The Clean Energy Council has said that the commencement of the carbon price yesterday represents a key step in the transformation of Australia’s energy sector, moving Australia toward a clean energy economy that will shield us from higher costs over the long term.
National energy market system prepared for carbon price introduction
28 June, 2012The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO), the national power system and market operator, does not foresee any energy supply security impacts during the immediate transition period following the introduction of the carbon price on 1 July 2012.
Australian businesses believe carbon pricing is here to stay, says EIU survey
27 June, 2012Almost three-quarters (72%) of Australian firms believe the carbon price is here to stay, in one form or another, and 85% of firms directly impacted already have a carbon reduction strategy in place, according to a new business survey.
Preparing for the carbon price
25 June, 2012 by Chloe Munro*Preparations for Australia’s carbon pricing mechanism shifted into high gear on 2 April when the Clean Energy Regulator came into being.
The impact of the carbon tax on SMEs
31 May, 2012Despite the introduction of the carbon tax being just weeks away, MYOB research reveals close to half of Australia’s small to medium business operators (SMEs) are uninformed about the legislation’s likely impact on their livelihood.
Seagrasses can store as much carbon as forests
21 May, 2012Researchers at The University of Western Australia have contributed the first global analysis of carbon stored in seagrasses, which shows they can hold as much carbon as the world’s temperate and tropical forests.
Australia ‘a leader in sustainable technology’
17 May, 2012Australia is a world leader in developing clean, more sustainable resources and technologies to prevent pollution, the managing director of CRC CARE, Professor Ravi Naidu, said today.
Sustainability in manufacturing
15 May, 2012 by Lauren DavisTo get back on track, the manufacturing industry should focus on R&D and innovation, including renewable resources and building materials, and build a market in these areas. These comments were raised by Graham Larcombe, Director of Strategic Economics Group, who spoke at the ‘Sustainability in manufacturing’ forum during National Manufacturing Week in May.
Practical guide to help businesses prepare for carbon pricing
30 April, 2012The Carbon Market Institute will be launching its guide for business, ‘Reporting and Accounting Requirements for the Australian Carbon Market’, at events in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane on 1, 3 and 15 May respectively.
Carbon pricing will influence the way Australians do business
23 April, 2012 by Edward Hanna, Executive Director of Sustainability, Energy ActionThe carbon tax will come into effect on 1 July 2012 and the big question is, how will the tax affect confidence and spending, particularly in the first few months of introduction? Businesses will need to start planning and preparing for the anticipated increase in operating costs the tax will bring.
Sydney retrofit Grade B building ahead of the curve
30 March, 2012Local Government Super (LGS) has announced one of its upgraded commercial properties has been awarded a 5.5 star NABERS rating (without factoring in its use of Green Power) and is now one of the lowest energy-intensity office buildings in any Australian CBD.
