Sustainability > Research & development

Researchers create metamaterial with multiple stable states

11 December, 2020

A team of researchers at Purdue University has developed a way for a material to store energy in its skin through invertible domes.


Can new lithium recovery technology meet EV demand?

25 November, 2020

A novel and efficient way to recycle lithium from rechargeable batteries has been developed and patented by Finnish energy company Fortum.


Funding boost for NZ circular economy research

09 October, 2020

A five-year program aims to integrate essential bodies of knowledge, research communities, novel insights and actions that can contribute to circular economy success in New Zealand.


Budget a win for sustainable infrastructure

08 October, 2020

According to ISCA, the federal government's latest Budget will pave the way for resilient and sustainable infrastructure.


Sekisui House Australia builds upon green credentials

08 October, 2020

Sekisui House Australia's four Queensland projects have achieved or are targeting a minimum 5 Star Green Star certification from the Green Building Council of Australia.


Cement-free concrete farewells corrosion and fatbergs

29 September, 2020

A research team from RMIT University has created a concrete that eliminates free lime — a chemical compound that promotes corrosion and fatbergs.


Plans to cool down Western Sydney

28 September, 2020

A newly released report demonstrates that innovative design and planning can reduce temperatures in Sydney's Western Parkland City by up to 4.6 degrees.


Blueprint shows bright future for Australian seaweed industry

09 September, 2020

The Australian Seaweed Industry Blueprint outlines plans for a $1.5 billion Australian seaweed industry that could employ 9000 people and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 10%.


Research enhances aluminium recycling technology

04 September, 2020

Aluminium recycling has received a boost through new research into the effects of crystallisation.


Man-made reefs boost fish numbers

23 July, 2020

UNSW researchers have found that man-made reefs — in conjunction with the restoration or protection of natural habitat — can increase fish abundance in estuaries.


CSIRO proposes move to Western Sydney Aerotropolis

16 July, 2020

CSIRO is looking to relocate up to 450 of its employees and researchers into a bespoke state-of-the-art facility to be built in Western Sydney.


Could a melting discovery reshape plastics recycling?

05 June, 2020

Shinshu University researchers have found a way to melt different thermoplastic materials together, which could help to overcome some recycling challenges.


Register for Schneider's Innovation Day 2020

20 May, 2020

Schneider Electric's Innovation Day, which brings together the IT, data centre and built environment industries, will be held on 21 May 2020.


Archimats could revolutionise the construction industry

18 May, 2020

Monash University is leading an international research team pioneering recyclable, architectured materials that could revolutionise the building industry.


Sydney's Central Park wins Environmental Excellence Award

15 May, 2020

Inner Sydney's Central Park has been announced the Environmental Excellence Award winner in the Urban Development Institute of Australia Wingate National Awards for Excellence.


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