Sustainability

Emerson helps Qatargas save energy and reduce greenhouse gases

23 September, 2015 | Supplied by: Emerson

Emerson Process Management has provided automation and engineering services for a Qatargas project that will reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 1.6 million tonnes annually.


Ontong Java Atoll under threat from climate change

23 September, 2015

Displacement Solutions recently completed a two-month research mission to one of the world's most isolated atolls, the Solomon Islands' Ontong Java Atoll, in order to assess the impact of climate change on the small community.


Cotton, irrigators support water portfolio shift

21 September, 2015

Australia's cotton industry has welcomed news that federal responsibility for water has passed from the environment portfolio to the Department of Agriculture and its minister, Barnaby Joyce.


Atlas Copco AQ 15-30 VSD oil-free compressor

21 September, 2015 | Supplied by: Atlas Copco Compressors Australia

Atlas Copco's AQ 15-30VSD water-injected screw compressor, available in water-cooled and air-cooled versions, is designed to meet users' needs for pure, oil-free air while offering high-pressure capability and improved energy efficiency.


Sustainability strategy — no longer just a 'nice to have'

18 September, 2015 | Supplied by: EY

The sustainability arena has changed significantly over the past decade. Sustainability Matters talks to Dr Matthew Bell, EY Oceania Climate Change and Sustainability Leader, about the changing attitudes towards sustainability strategies and what organisations need to be thinking about.


The environmental impact of beer

17 September, 2015

Edge Environment is asking consumers to question the environmental implications of their choices, using the everyday and very Australian act of buying some beer as an example.


Integrated solutions cutting costs in heavy industry sectors

15 September, 2015

Veolia has come up with a way to help sectors such as oil and gas production reduce their operational costs while maintaining their social and environmental licence to operate.


Printed electronics made of compostable materials

14 September, 2015

Researchers from the Karlsruhe Institute for Technology have developed printed electronics made of compostable natural materials and processes for industrial production.


Finalists announced for 2015 Green Globe Awards

14 September, 2015

NSW Environment Minister Mark Speakman has announced the finalists for this year's Green Globe Awards — an environmental recognition program which celebrates excellence, leadership and innovation in sustainability.


Australia's sustainable property portfolios

07 September, 2015

Australia and New Zealand are leading the world in sustainable real estate practices, according to the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB).


Margaret Court Arena aces LEED Gold certification

04 September, 2015 | Supplied by: Lendlease

Margaret Court Arena has become the first sport and entertainment arena in Australia to receive a LEED Gold certification, following its recent redevelopment.


Fundraising for Aussie farmers

03 September, 2015

Landcare Australia is launching the fundraising campaign 'From Farm to Fork' — an initiative to support the 150,000 farmers who produce 93% of the food consumed in Australia.


New climate change and sustainability leader for EY Oceania

03 September, 2015

Professional services firm Ernst & Young has announced Dr Matthew Bell as the new EY Oceania Climate Change and Sustainability Leader.


Banana industry trials re-usable crate that reduces waste

02 September, 2015 | Supplied by: CHEP Australia

Recent trials by CHEP Australia in the use of re-usable plastic crates as an alternative to cardboard cartons for the banana industry have returned positive results for growers and other members of the supply chain.


Crystal structures for capturing carbon dioxide

01 September, 2015

UNSW alumnus and Prime Minister's Science Prize winner Matthew Hill is investigating materials that could capture and store carbon dioxide.


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