'Timber tower' officially opened in Brisbane
22 November, 2018 | Supplied by: Lendlease25 King is a 10-storey, 45 m timber commercial tower that makes extensive use of innovative and sustainable building materials.
UNSW's carbon tax plan returns revenue to voters
21 November, 2018The revenue generated would be returned to all adult Australian citizens, who would potentially see a tax-free payment of approximately $1300 each per annum.
Low Carbon Living CRC set to meet emissions reduction target
19 November, 2018The CRC for Low Carbon Living is on track to meet its founding goal of 10 megatonnes cumulative reduction in carbon emissions by 2020.
New electrolyte could be key to more sustainable batteries
15 November, 2018A new electrolyte created by New Zealand researchers will make aluminium batteries cheaper and easier to produce.
Algae used to convert CO2 into carbon fibres
15 November, 2018Chemists have developed a process that provides an economic way of removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere — and creates valuable new materials at the same time.
GEMS Act effective at reducing energy use: draft report
14 November, 2018 by Lauren DavisThe GEMS Act regulates the energy efficiency of appliances and equipment by setting minimum energy performance standards and energy rating label requirements.
Shellfish recycling centre the first step to restoring our waterways
12 November, 2018The 'Give Back to Habitat' initiative kicked off with the opening of the Moreton Bay Shellfish Recycling Centre.
Resourcefulness top of mind for utilities and consumers
08 November, 2018 | Supplied by: Itron Australasia Pty LtdResourcefulness — defined as the thoughtful and careful use of energy and water — is top of mind for utilities and consumers alike, according to a new report from Itron.
Report: IIoT key for sustainability in global supply chain
06 November, 2018 | Supplied by: Inmarsat Services LtdImproving the environmental sustainability of their operations through the adoption of IIoT technologies is a priority for organisations engaged in the global supply chain.
Sunshine Coast Council shines in inaugural Smart Cities Awards
02 November, 2018 | Supplied by: Smart Cities Council ANZAustralia's first ever Smart Cities Awards were presented as part of Smart Cities Week, held in Sydney from 28–31 October.
Climate-controlled classroom powered entirely by renewables
01 November, 2018Built by Hivve Technology, the portable classroom is powered by a combination of rooftop solar and a Tesla Powerwall 2 battery.
Code for Smart Communities released by Smart Cities Council
31 October, 2018 | Supplied by: Smart Cities Council ANZThe Code for Smart Communities is a benchmark for urban development practices across greenfield communities, urban regeneration precincts and diverse institutional campuses.
Decentralised Energy Exchange now open for business
25 October, 2018 | Supplied by: GreenSync Pty LtdThe Decentralised Energy Exchange has commenced the rollout of a platform that connects distributed energy resources and virtual power plants to existing markets.
Impacts of unconventional gas production on water resources
24 October, 2018Groundwater contamination could be among many possible impacts of unconventional gas production.
Resource efficiency category added to the IS rating scheme
23 October, 2018 | Supplied by: Ramboll AustraliaThe Infrastructure Sustainability Council of Australia (ISCA) has teamed with Ramboll to develop a tool to rate the resource efficiency of projects in Australia.
