Buildings can help create a sustainable future
27 November, 2020 by Paul Crothers | Supplied by: Schneider ElectricSmart, digitised buildings of the future are about much more than cost and comfort — they can lead us towards a carbon-neutral world.
Circular threads: product stewardship for textile industry
27 November, 2020The Australasian Circular Textile Association unveils plans for a circular economy led by product stewardship in the textile industry.
Sustainable packaging packs a punch at APCO awards
26 November, 2020This year's Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation Annual Awards celebrated sustainable packaging innovation, commitment and ingenuity in the packaging industry.
Vertical urban farm for Sydney's CBD
26 November, 2020Charter Hall Group has partnered with Urban Green Sydney to incorporate a large vertical urban farm that produces mircrogreens at its 1 Shelley Street office tower.
Can new lithium recovery technology meet EV demand?
25 November, 2020A novel and efficient way to recycle lithium from rechargeable batteries has been developed and patented by Finnish energy company Fortum.
Roadmap to transition economy to net zero emissions by 2050
25 November, 2020The Australian Sustainable Finance Initiative has released a roadmap that sets out a bold plan to align Australia's financial system to support a thriving Australian society, a healthy environment, and a strong and prosperous economy.
Environment Victoria welcomes unprecedented energy efficiency investment
18 November, 2020Environment Victoria has welcomed the state government's $797 million package of measures to boost energy efficiency in the state.
NSW Government releases ambitious renewable energy roadmap
10 November, 2020The Electricity Infrastructure Roadmap outlines policy and financial support for renewable energy and battery storage projects in NSW. It has evoked both praise and concern.
Wool waste to oust polystyrene
09 November, 2020 | Supplied by: Planet Protector PackagingPlanet Protector Packaging has won the inaugural 2020 Ocean Impact Pitchfest for its sustainable thermal packaging solution that plans to eliminate polystyrene from supply chains.
Partners develop underground EV charging stations for mines
06 November, 2020 | Supplied by: Siemens LtdSiemens and mining services supplier Murray Engineering have developed a high-powered electric vehicle charging station for use at mines — below and above ground.
Registrations open for ARBS Seminar Series Online
04 November, 2020ARBS Exhibitions is launching a series of online seminars featuring leaders, academics, organisations, associations and experts in the HVAC&R and building services industry.
Synchronous condenser packages — solving the challenges of renewable energy integration
02 November, 2020 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdSynchronous condensers from ABB ensure efficient and reliable operation of power grids through reactive power compensation and additional short circuit power capacity.
Plan your journey to SMART Manufacturing through modernisation
02 November, 2020 | Supplied by: NHP Electrical Engineering Products Pty LtdWhen it comes to control systems, the threat of obsolescence may seem less daunting than modernising, but the benefits of modernising outweigh the risk.
Irrigation study reveals best strategy for SA tomato production
02 November, 2020UniSA researchers tested different water sources on greenhouse-grown tomatoes, finding that recycled wastewater outperformed other contenders.
Why you should question your use of water
02 November, 2020 | Supplied by: Hydroflux Industrial Pty LtdEnsuring the availability of water as an essential resource means that water must be used responsibly and sustainably. So, how well do you understand your water use?
