Improving storage life of fresh produce to reduce waste
19 August, 2013If we can add just one day to the life of fruit or vegetables through using novel microbial management methods we can make an enormous difference, according to a UWE research team. The team aims to develop a practical means of controlling food spoilage, storage life and shelf life of post-harvest produce while also minimising microbiological contamination from contact surfaces, collectively helping to reduce waste and improve food security and food safety.
Young Professionals Program brings clean energy to those in poverty
16 August, 2013Not-for-profit social business Pollinate Energy is sending three young Aecom professionals to India, in order to improve the livelihood of families living below the poverty line and support local microentrepreneurs.
Lend Lease appoints group head of sustainability
16 August, 2013Lend Lease has announced the appointment of Geoff Dutaillis to the role of group head of sustainability. Commencing in September, he will report to Group COO Dan Labbad.
Hindmarsh embraces sustainable design
13 August, 2013 | Supplied by: k20 ArchitectureWhen Hindmarsh Shire Council in Nhill, north-west Victoria, required new council facilities incorporating public services, council chambers and corporate offices, they turned to Melbourne-based architecture firm k20 Architecture to deliver a sustainable building.
Poll shows low concern for the environment this election
13 August, 2013The latest ANUpoll, conducted by the Australian National University and answered by 1200 people, revealed that public concern about the economy and job security has doubled since 2010, while concern about the environment and global warming has halved.
Sydney Water seeking energy savings
13 August, 2013 | Supplied by: AECOM Australia Pty LtdIdentifying ways to reduce energy usage takes on added importance when you’re consuming almost 1% of New South Wales’ total electricity demand each year. That’s the challenge facing Sydney Water amid the unprecedented transformation of Australia’s energy sector over the past decade.
The science behind infrastructure decisions
13 August, 2013 | Supplied by: WSP Australia Pty LimitedInfrastructure is critical to Australia’s growing cities and our way of life - what role do scientists play in making sure we get our infrastructure priorities right? This article is a Q&A with one of Parsons Brinckerhoff’s scientists, Barbara Pedersen, as a contribution to National Science Week.
Weeding out the risks of carbon offset programs
13 August, 2013 by Lauren DavisA study into the potential risks of carbon offset programs has identified invasive high-biomass weeds, such as gamba grass, as a possible threat and deterrent for landholders wishing to get involved in such programs.
Compare and contrast election promises with Envirotracker
13 August, 2013 by Lauren DavisEnvironment Victoria today released Envirotracker, a free online resource which outlines the environment and climate change policies of the three main parties contesting the 2013 federal election - the ALP, the Coalition and the Greens. According to Environment Victoria CEO Kelly O’Shanassy, this is the first time such an analysis has been conducted on environmental policies in Australia.
High demand, declining applications for environmental qualifications
12 August, 2013Research by Dr Ian Thomas of RMIT University has shown that while the demand for environment professionals continues, there are fewer students entering universities to gain environmental qualifications.
Cash boost allows CitySwitch Green Office program to expand
12 August, 2013The CitySwitch Green Office program, coordinated by the City of Sydney, has received a $1 million cash injection from the Australian Department of Resources, Energy and Tourism as part of the Energy Efficiency Information Grants Program.
Team UOW Australia wins Solar Decathlon China
12 August, 2013The first ever Solar Decathlon China - a global, student-led, green building research and innovation competition - concluded yesterday with first prize going to Team UOW Australia, a partnership between the University of Wollongong and TAFE Illawarra.
Europe’s energy demand to drive T&D investment, says GlobalData
12 August, 2013The latest GlobalData report states that European countries are looking for more diverse energy sources. This will mean boosted investment in their transmission and distribution (T&D) infrastructure.
Schneider Electric sponsors Solar Decathlon
08 August, 2013The Solar Decathlon is considered the largest sustainable building research and innovation competition in the world. The event features teams from 20 universities around the world who compete to design, build and operate solar-powered houses that are cost effective and energy efficient.
Marrickville Council completes playground remediation
07 August, 2013Marrickville Council’s successful remediation of Denison Road Playground in Dulwich Hill is complete, meaning the long-awaited community garden can now proceed.
