Scientists make inroads into sustainable refrigeration
11 April, 2024The research involved fine-tuning the compression-absorption cascade refrigeration cycle (CACRC) — a system that combines vapour-compression refrigeration with an absorption refrigeration cycle.
Aust Academy of Science honours next-gen solar pioneer
05 April, 2024The Academy's annual awards celebrate the achievements of the country's leading minds, from early-career researchers to those who have spent a lifetime contributing to science.
Successful first year for TRaCE scheme
08 March, 2024The Trailblazer for Recycling and Clean Energy program has produced innovative projects including hydrogen produced from seawater and 'green ceramics' created out of textile waste.
How does Australia measure up as a circular economy?
08 March, 2024A new CSIRO report has revealed that the nation still has a way to go before achieving its best possible circularity rate.
Team creates fuel from sunlight
04 March, 2024A team of researchers from UNSW Sydney has come up with a novel way to produce synthetic methane — directly from sunlight.
Parliament committee seeking submissions on EV transition
05 February, 2024The House of Representatives Standing Committee on Climate Change, Energy, Environment and Water has commenced an inquiry into the transition to EVs.
Eco bus-cleaning trial proves a success
25 January, 2024Australian bus operator Busways was searching for a sustainable set of detergents to replace the traditional heavy cleaners used in its depots.
A guide to modern sustainability jargon
17 January, 2024Cundall has created an A to Z glossary of the decarbonisation and sustainability terms most commonly used in finance, property, design and construction.
Curtin University joins European research network
16 January, 2024Curtin University has joined the EXCITE2 research network, becoming the only institution outside of Europe to do so.
2024 Thought Leaders: Charlene Loo
15 January, 2024Charlene Loo of BSI Australia and New Zealand talks about the three biggest challenges, which include climate change, cybersecurity and social sustainability.
Tackling urban heat across Australia
20 December, 2023A new national observatory has been set up at UNSW to report and measure the heat vulnerability and cooling potential of Australia's urban centres.
Helping Sydney prepare for hotter summers
11 December, 2023A new study will map air temperatures across the City of Sydney while testing the thermal performance of assets like trees and parks.
Reducing energy and water use in oil refining with AI
26 October, 2023A polymer membrane created by researchers could reshape how refineries process crude oil, reducing the energy and water required to extract useful materials.
Infinite recycling R&D facility to be built
04 September, 2023Queanbeyan will become home to a leader in infinite recycling and decarbonised plastic management.
Australians back science for positive outcomes
10 August, 2023The latest 3M State of Science Index has found that Australians strongly back science for positive outcomes in improving lives and solving climate threats.
