Energy Networks Australia and ARENA workshop the electricity network of the future
22 September, 2017Energy Networks Australia and the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) joined forces in a workshop to generate ideas that will help determine how we operate the electricity networks of the future.
Finalists announced for 2017 Victorian Premier's Sustainability Awards, ResourceSmart Schools Awards
21 September, 2017The Victorian Government and Sustainability Victoria have announced the finalists for two upcoming awards — the Premier's Sustainability Awards and the ResourceSmart Schools Awards.
3D modelling for sustainable urban planning
21 September, 2017The CRC for Low Carbon Living (CRCLCL) recently held a special symposium discussing exciting new research into Precinct Information Modelling (PIM) — a type of 3D digital prototyping that promises to be a game changer for planning future city precincts.
Call for Brisbane to improve resiliency
20 September, 2017 | Supplied by: Arcadis Pty LtdBrisbane risks falling further behind domestic and global cities if it doesn't address key resilience concerns, according to a report from design and consultancy firm Arcadis.
Keynote speakers and sustainable innovations announced for Waste Expo Australia
18 September, 2017Waste Expo Australia has revealed the keynote speakers and displays to be showcased at next month's event, to be held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.
New exhibitors announced for All-Energy Australia 2017
13 September, 2017All-Energy Australia 2017 has announced new additions to the exhibitor line-up for its upcoming event — a comprehensive, free-to-attend showcase of clean and renewable energy in Australia.
UK and China collaborate on offshore renewable energy projects
13 September, 2017Researchers from the UK and China are set to collaborate on five projects to develop the next generation of offshore renewable energy (ORE) technologies to enable the safe, secure, cheap and efficient provision of clean energy.
Managing nutrient loss on farms
13 September, 2017Dr Bethanna Jackson has developed a tool that will help New Zealand farmers lower their environmental footprints and better manage nutrient loss into waterways.
Flow Power and Ararat Wind Farm announce renewable corporate PPA
08 September, 2017A large-scale renewable corporate power purchase agreement (PPA) has been struck between electricity retailer Flow Power and Australia's third-largest wind farm, Ararat Wind Farm.
Discount finance program encourages Australians to switch to EVs
06 September, 2017The Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) is supporting a $100 million asset finance program to encourage Australians to switch to electric vehicles.
Queensland passes plastic bag ban, cash for containers scheme
06 September, 2017 by Lauren DavisQueensland's parliament has officially passed the Waste Reduction and Recycling Amendment Bill 2017, which introduces both a container refund scheme and a ban on single-use plastic bags.
Green manufacturing leader among inaugural PLuS Alliance Prize winners
05 September, 2017The PLuS Alliance has announced the winners of the inaugural PLuS Alliance Prize, which recognises innovation in both research and education.
Green building innovator advocates for sustainable hospital design
05 September, 2017Green building innovator Gail Vittori is visiting Australia, spreading her message of how sustainable design can boost efficiencies in hospitals while actively contributing to better patient outcomes.
Mineral carbonation plant opens at University of Newcastle
31 August, 2017 | Supplied by: The University of NewcastleMineral Carbonation International (MCi) has unveiled a semicontinuous research pilot plant at the Newcastle Institute for Energy and Resources, showcasing cutting-edge technology that could see CO2 emissions used as a valuable resource that can be transformed into building products.
Australian businesses awarded for sustainable packaging
31 August, 2017The Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) held its 2017 awards last week, celebrating 21 businesses from several different industries for their achievements in sustainable packaging.
