How real-world events underscore the urgency of climate disclosures
10 July, 2025 by Roohi Ghelani, Principal Consultant, Anthesis; Danielle Thorpe, Senior Consultant, Anthesis; Jacinta Young, Communications Manager, AnthesisThe costs of inaction are clearer than ever — from damaged infrastructure and operational downtime, to strained supply chains and client relationships.
Quantum battery tests prove extended storage life
09 July, 2025Researchers have found a method to extend the lifetime of quantum batteries — 1000 times longer than previous demonstrations.
Battery life and EV cybersecurity projects receive funding
08 July, 2025Swinburne researchers have been awarded close to $920,000 to advance two projects on advancing battery life and EV cybersecurity.
Queesland to become HVAC&R innovation hotspot
08 July, 2025The state accounts for the nation's highest cooling needs yet uses less residential energy than the Australian average, according to an ARBS white paper.
Sustainable shipping not a priority for retailers: report
03 July, 2025Australian retailers are scaling back free delivery and returns as delivery costs increase, affecting investment in sustainability, Shippit says.
Embedding environmental stewardship into IT governance frameworks
02 July, 2025A proactive approach can reduce an organisation's ecological footprint, improve operational efficiency and strengthen brand reputation.
Professor Tim Flannery joins RMIT
26 June, 2025Environmentalist and scientist Professor Tim Flannery has joined RMIT in the College of Design & Social Context.
Cybersecurity is about more aspects of ESG than just governance
24 June, 2025 by Les Williamson, Regional Director Australia and New Zealand, Check Point Software TechnologiesSecurity operations teams must increasingly do their bit to help their employers achieve environmental targets.
Urban 'placemaking' focus for $85m recreation centre
23 June, 2025The Rhodes Recreation Centre, a multi-purpose community hub in Sydney's Inner West, will feature a range of facilities to enhance the livability of the area.
Urban mining to diversify Australia's critical metal supply chain
13 June, 2025 by Bennet Thomas, Sankar Bhattacharya, Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Monash UniversityTwo researchers at Monash University have developed a sustainable process for extracting rare earth elements (REEs) from secondary resources.
Conspiracy mentality drives misinformation about EVs
11 June, 2025A study has found misinformation about electric vehicles is rife, primarily fuelled by mistrust and conspiracy theories.
Closing the sustainability gap
12 May, 2025Despite growing momentum behind sustainability, and increasing needs for security, infrastructure managers and grid operators still face barriers in implementing ESG strategies.
Smart device captures water from air using sun's energy
12 May, 2025A sponge-like device developed by RMIT University is said to capture and store water from thin air, even in low humidity.
CSIRO announces ON Accelerate project teams
08 May, 2025CSIRO has selected the latest cohort for its 9th ON Accelerate program, showcasing high-potential ventures in sustainability innovations.
Reducing upfront carbon in built environment: report
11 April, 2025ASBEC has released a report aiming to reinforce and amplify government and industry efforts to reduce upfront embodied carbon across buildings and infrastructure.
