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- Invasive weeds used for biofuel August 3, 2025Certain species of invasive weeds could become a source of renewable bioenergy, according to a research team from The University of Queensland (UQ). The researchers assessed the potential to convert 15 weed species found west of Brisbane into biomass pellets to be used as a solid biomass fuel. Lead author Dr Bruno de Almeida Moreira from […]
- No More Blockages for Western Sydney Meat Works after Gorman-Rupp Pump Upgrade July 31, 2025Hydro Innovations was engaged by Western Sydney Meat Works, in conjunction with SJ Plumbing Industries, to investigate and provide a pump solution to replace an existing submersible pump in the abattoir’s wastewater collection pit. The pit, which handled both green and red lines, was experiencing operational issues due to the demanding nature of the application. […]
- Council provides rebates to improve energy efficiency July 30, 2025Through Ku-ring-gai Council’s Net Zero Communities program, the council is providing new ‘Electrify Everything’ rebates to help residents make their homes more energy-efficient. The council has committed to a sustainable future by reducing greenhouse gas emissions, creating energy-efficient homes and preserving Ku-ring-gai’s natural beauty. The council’s existing Energy Smart program has been upgraded so residents can […]
- New firming tender to protect NSW's energy security July 30, 2025Minister for Climate Change and Energy 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. This tender is to ensure NSW residents and businesses have reliable power when they need it, especially during high-demand periods like heatwaves or cold […]
- Radio station set to reduce emissions by 25% July 30, 2025A Hills District radio station in Sydney is taking a proactive step towards a greener and more financially sustainable future, thanks to a partnership with Solahart. For more than 70 years, the not-for-profit Christian community radio station Hope 103.2 has been reaching over 696,000 listeners monthly from its Seven Hills base, and now it is demonstrating […]
- Taking the electronic pulse of the circular economy July 30, 2025In June, I had the privilege of attending the 2025 E-Waste World, Battery Recycling, Metal Recycling, and ITAD & Circular Electronics Conference & Expo events in Frankfurt, Germany. Speaking in the ITAD & Circular Electronics track on a panel with global Circular Economy leaders from Foxway Group, ERI and HP, we explored the evolving role […]
- NZ industries lead Asia–Pacific's energy transition July 29, 2025The ABB Asia Pacific Energy Transition Readiness Index 2025 has shown that New Zealand companies are investing heavily in clean energy, automation and digitalisation. The independent study, in collaboration with Sandpiper Research and Insights, surveyed close to 4100 business, IT and sustainability leaders responsible for technology, electrification and automation strategies across 12 markets in Asia–Pacific. These markets […]
- Australian water industry unites for Walk for Water 2025 July 29, 2025WaterAid Australia’s annual fundraising event, Walk for Water, is running from 6–10 October 2025. The event invites Australians to walk, run or ride for five days to raise funds and awareness for the 703 million people globally who still live without access to clean water.1 Around the world, women and girls walk long and often unsafe […]
- ICJ holds states accountable in landmark climate ruling July 27, 2025The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has ruled that the world’s governments must be held accountable for climate damage caused by fossil fuel production and consumption by ensuring they phase out fossil fuels, rapidly reduce their emissions, provide compensation to the countries facing climate disasters and provide climate finance to developing countries. The landmark ruling […]
- NSW hydrogen project gets green light July 24, 2025A large-scale green hydrogen and ammonia production facility project in Moree, NSW, has been given the green light. The Good Earth Green Hydrogen and Ammonia (GEGHA) project has now secured all the financial approvals to move into detailed design and procurement to enable shovels to hit the ground later in 2025 once planning approvals are […]
- UNSW collaborates with Siemens on epoxy recycling research July 24, 2025The University of New South Wales (UNSW) and Siemens have signed a research agreement to assess the feasibility and economic viability of recycling epoxy mouldings with embedded metallic components that are used in Siemens manufactured medium voltage switchgear. The agreement will focus on moving switchgear recycling towards a circular model where materials are recovered to […]
- Cleanaway opens clinical waste treatment facility July 24, 2025Cleanaway Waste Management Limited (Cleanaway) has opened its first-ever clinical waste treatment facility in Bridgewater, Tasmania. The Bridgewater Health Services facility will support Tasmania’s health sector with the safe handling and disposal of medical, pharmaceutical and healthcare hazardous waste. At full capacity the Bridgewater facility can process up to 2600 tonnes of waste per year. […]