Research says advertise your products' ethical credentials
19 May, 2016 by Jacquie Fegent-McGeachie, Director – Public Affairs, Communications and Sustainability, Kimberly-Clark Australia & New Zealand | Supplied by: Kimberly-Clark AustraliaMany corporate sustainability advisers alike have experienced the dilemma of whether to proactively promote their sustainability credentials. Jacquie Fegent-McGeachie provides comments on what the research says.
Sails light up at carbon-neutral event in Sydney
18 May, 2016Vivid LIVE is an annual contemporary music festival held by the Sydney Opera House as part of Vivid Sydney. The event will be carbon neutral for a second year running with all electricity used, including the centrepiece 'Songlines' Lighting the Sails, powered by 100% Green Power from accredited renewable sources.
Carbon management in a climate of uncertainty
18 May, 2016 by Alexander Stathakis, ConversioFor many Australian businesses, climate policy and corresponding reporting requirements have been surrounded by much uncertainty, with the major political parties having different ideas about climate policy.
LG Chem RESU 6.4 EX residential storage unit
18 May, 2016 | Supplied by: Solar Juice Pty LtdLG Chem's RESU 6.4 EX with 144 Wh/L is a light and compact residential storage unit providing value to both end users and installers. With a superslim size (406 x 664 x 165 mm), the product is easy to handle and small enough to be placed inside a home.
Retrofitting for net zero energy
18 May, 2016Retrofitting New Zealand's commercial buildings to use less fossil fuel-generated energy could save enough energy to power many homes on the South Island.
Bosch awarded for copper reclamation program
17 May, 2016Bosch Australia was announced as the winner of the Environmental Solution of the Year award at the 2016 Endeavour Awards, which have celebrated and recognised the achievements of Australian manufacturers for the past 13 years.
Britain went without coal for four hours this week
13 May, 2016Britain has marked a major milestone in the global transition away from fossil fuels, with no coal stations running from midnight to 4 am on 10 May.
Conference program released for All-Energy Australia 2016
10 May, 2016 | Supplied by: RX Australia Pty LtdAll-Energy Australia will this year look at the three areas of future grid, energy storage and energy efficiency, providing a focused approach which will provide delegates with the latest technology and expert advice in the sector.
The search is on for Queensland's inspiring environmental achievers
09 May, 2016 | Supplied by: Department of Environment and Heritage ProtectionQueenslanders can now nominate their eco projects and programs for the 2016 Premier's Sustainability Awards.
Light-emitting cement
09 May, 2016Dr José Carlos Rubio has created a light-emitting cement that has a life span of 100 years. By absorbing solar energy and returning it to the environment, the material will be able to light roads, highways and bicycle lanes without the need for electricity.
Disruption driving the new energy grid
04 May, 2016 | Supplied by: Exhibitions & Trade Fairs Pty LtdWith the theme 'Disruption Driving the New Energy Grid', the opening panel of the Australian Energy Storage Conference and Exhibition will see speakers address the fact that the way we store and deliver power is undergoing change and disruption.
Learn how to successfully innovate your brand for sustainability
03 May, 2016Sustainable Brands 2016 Sydney is all about knowledge sharing, which is said to be crucial in building a greater sustainable business community and implementing successful sustainable business practices.
UNSW hosts leadership forum on energy transition
02 May, 2016UNSW is hosting the Leadership Forum on Energy Transition for Australia — an initiative that brings together leaders from business, academia and the community to develop a clean energy blueprint for the nation.
ACT to go 100% renewable by 2020
29 April, 2016 by Lauren DavisACT Minister for the Environment and Climate Change Simon Corbell has dropped a bombshell, stating that the ACT Government is committing to a target of 100% renewable energy by 2020.
15,000 tonnes of CO2 stored in landmark study
29 April, 2016Over 15,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide have been injected 1.5 km below ground at Nirranda South, Victoria, in a CO2CRC project which is said to prove the safety and long-term viability of CO2 storage.
