Sustainability

Schneider Electric wins Gartner award

14 August, 2025 | Supplied by: Schneider Electric

The company has ranked number one in the Gartner Top 25 Supply Chain for the third consecutive year.


Council provides rebates to improve energy efficiency

31 July, 2025

Residents in the Ku-ring-gai area in Sydney can apply for new rebates (up to $3000) to transition their home to clean, electric energy.


New firming tender to protect NSW's energy security

31 July, 2025

Minister Penny Sharpe is directing a tender for projects that deliver 500 MW of firm capacity for NSW to boost the security and reliability of its energy grid.


Australian water industry unites for Walk for Water 2025

30 July, 2025 | Supplied by: Water Aid

WaterAid Australia's annual fundraising event is running from 6–10 October for the 703 million people globally who live without access to clean water.


NZ industries lead Asia–Pacific's energy transition

30 July, 2025 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty Ltd

The ABB Asia Pacific Energy Transition Readiness Index 2025 has shown that New Zealand companies are investing in clean energy, automation and digitalisation.


ICJ holds states accountable in landmark climate ruling

28 July, 2025

The International Court of Justice has ruled that governments must be held accountable for climate damage caused by fossil fuel production and consumption.


New data centre rules could set a global standard

23 July, 2025 by Farokh Ghadially, Vice President, Secure Power, Schneider Electric | Supplied by: Schneider Electric

As Australia lays the foundations for data centre growth, one imperative must remain: it cannot come at the cost of sustainability, says Schneider Electric.


Bioplastic alternative may hold key to ending plastic waste

22 July, 2025 | Supplied by: Murdoch University

Murdoch University and the CSIRO have developed a bioplastic alternative that vanishes over time — leaving no trace on land or in water.


Government consulting on sustainable investment labelling

22 July, 2025

The Australian Government is seeking views on sustainable investment product labelling, designed to help investors make informed sustainable decisions.


Experts warn against health risks of plastic pollution

11 July, 2025

The World Health Organization estimates that around one-quarter of all deaths are attributable to environmental harm, including chemicals, pollution and waste.


City of Gosnells develops tree production nursery

11 July, 2025

The production nursery is set to produce 9500 trees for the City of Gosnells area and more than 100,000 seedlings each year.


How real-world events underscore the urgency of climate disclosures

10 July, 2025 by Roohi Ghelani, Principal Consultant, Anthesis; Danielle Thorpe, Senior Consultant, Anthesis; Jacinta Young, Communications Manager, Anthesis | Supplied by: Anthesis (Australia)

The costs of inaction are clearer than ever — from damaged infrastructure and operational downtime, to strained supply chains and client relationships.


Quantum battery tests prove extended storage life

09 July, 2025 | Supplied by: RMIT University

Researchers have found a method to extend the lifetime of quantum batteries — 1000 times longer than previous demonstrations.


Queesland to become HVAC&R innovation hotspot

08 July, 2025

The state accounts for the nation's highest cooling needs yet uses less residential energy than the Australian average, according to an ARBS white paper.


Battery life and EV cybersecurity projects receive funding

08 July, 2025 | Supplied by: Swinburne University of Technology

Swinburne researchers have been awarded close to $920,000 to advance two projects on advancing battery life and EV cybersecurity.


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