Remote Kimberley communities to benefit from improved energy efficiency
09 November, 2012The Minister for Indigenous Affairs, Jenny Macklin, has announced that remote Indigenous communities in the Kimberley region will benefit from a $40 million Australian Government program designed to help improve energy efficiency.
First meeting of National Sustainability Council
08 November, 2012A commitment to provide the public with reliable and easily accessible information and give robust, independent advice to the government on sustainability was a key outcome from the first meeting of Australia’s National Sustainability Council, held on 5 November 2012.
Sustainable water supply for the Huon Valley
08 November, 2012A $30 million upgrade and expansion of Southern Water’s Huon Valley water supply infrastructure will provide a reliable and sustainable drinking water supply to local communities.
A new wave in water education
08 November, 2012The Australian Curriculum Project - Water Education in Schools aims to coordinate existing efforts in water education across Australia in order to update and develop new resources that are digital, interactive and aligned with the Australian Curriculum.
Developing countries exchange ISO 26000 experience at workshop
07 November, 2012A two-day workshop on the experience of developing countries in implementing and promoting the ISO 26000 guidance standard on social responsibility opened on 5 November in Geneva, Switzerland.
Industrial projects show why it’s getting easier to be green
05 November, 2012The first two Green Star - As Built ratings for industrial facilities are proof that industrial facilities can be truly sustainable, according to the GBCA.
GHD digs its new tunnel guru
03 November, 2012Engineering, architecture and environmental consulting company GHD is responding to growing market needs for experienced tunnelling professionals by appointing Evan Stamatopoulos as its Major Projects Executive - Tunnels.
New GECA CEO calls for significant green claims to be verified
02 November, 2012Rupert Posner, the newly appointed CEO of Good Environmental Choice Australia (GECA), says consumers need independent reassurance to avoid being taken in by greenwashing.
Renewable energy on target for billions in investment: independent analysis
01 November, 2012An independent report from strategic consultancy SKM MMA shows that Australia’s 20% Renewable Energy Target has delivered $18.5 billion in investment, with the potential for $18.7 billion more if the policy is retained in its current form.
LNG researcher wins PM’s science prize
01 November, 2012A leading researcher who is helping to make the nation’s vast reserves of liquefied natural gas (LNG) an even cleaner fuel is among five winners of the Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science announced yesterday in Canberra.
Framework for public sector sustainability reporting
01 November, 2012Global Reporting Initiative’s Focal Point Australia has released research demonstrating how public sector sustainability reporting can increase public accountability and improve operational efficiency while reducing the reporting burden.
Australian scientists join global research community
31 October, 2012Australia has joined the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA), a research organisation which specialises in the application of advanced systems analysis to examine the complex systems which are at the heart of today’s global challenges.
Green chemistry helps promote sustainable manufacturing
31 October, 2012Greener manufacturing in the chemical, pharmaceutical and food industries has received a boost following the establishment of the $24.9 million Victorian Centre for Sustainable Chemical Manufacturing (VCSCM).
LSBF unveils MBA with carbon management specialisation
31 October, 2012The London School of Business and Finance (LSBF) has launched a Global MBA with a specialisation in aarbon management.
Diverse transport options build more sustainable communities, says GBCA
31 October, 2012Increasing the uptake of walking, riding and use of public transport requires a strategic, holistic approach, says Australia’s green building organisation.
