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- Startups receive $100K grant to tackle climate change October 8, 2025NRMA Insurance has announced the inaugural recipients of Help Fund: a multimillion-dollar initiative that aims to support climate resilience in Australia. Up to $100,000 each was awarded to five local climate-smart innovations that are helping to reduce risk, strengthen climate resilience and support adaptation in the face of a changing climate. The five recipients of […]
- Repurposing ocean plastics into window furnishings October 8, 2025Luxaflex is turning plastic waste collected from beaches and waterways into high-quality window coverings. The program is an international collaboration with Luxaflex parent company Hunter Douglas, Bionic and the Waterkeeper Alliance. According to CSIRO, around 90 tonnes of primary materials are extracted each year to make plastic products and only 9% of this is recycled. An estimated 14 […]
- Webinar addresses global plastic pollution October 8, 2025The Australasian Institute of Packaging (AIP) will be holding a State of Industry Webinar on the ‘Global Plastics Pollution Treaty INC5.2 and what’s next’ on 19 November. With global plastic waste expected to reach 1.7 billion tonnes by 2060, the United Nations hosted a series of negotiations to deliver the world’s first treaty to control plastic […]
- Animal waste material to treat wastewater October 7, 2025The growing livestock industry produces millions of tons of animal manure every year, creating both environmental and public health challenges. A new study has transformed this waste material into a valuable solution for wastewater pollution. Researchers reviewed recent advances in converting manure into biochar, a carbon-rich material formed by heating organic matter in low-oxygen conditions. […]
- Engineers Australia CEO receives honorary doctorate October 7, 2025Engineers Australia CEO Romilly Madew AO has been honoured for her exceptional contributions to sustainability, innovation and equity in engineering. Madew, who laid the foundation for sustainable construction in Australia, has been admitted to the degree of Doctor of Engineering (honoris causa), in recognition of her contributions to engineering, sustainable development and leadership in the built […]
- NSW Premier to open IMARC 2025 October 7, 2025NSW Premier Chris Minns will open this year’s International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC), reinforcing the economic and strategic importance of the event which brings together influential leaders in mining, investment, and resources technology. IMARC 2025, held 21–23 October at the ICC Sydney, will attract over 10,000 delegates from more than 120 countries. Minns will be joined […]
- Australia Post surpasses its emissions targets October 1, 2025Australia Post has cut its carbon emissions by 20%, surpassing its target, and transitioned to 100% renewable electricity at operational sites, as part of the delivery of its 2025 Sustainability Roadmap. Launched in 2022, the three-year roadmap set clear goals to cut emissions, shift to renewable electricity and drive more sustainable practices across Australia Post’s […]
- NSW Firming Tender opens October 1, 2025NSW’s next electricity infrastructure tender has opened, with energy storage and demand response projects invited to help further secure the reliability and resilience of NSW’s electricity system. The tender is seeking to secure around 500 MW of additional firming and/or demand response capacity from projects that can support reliability in the Sydney–Newcastle–Wollongong (SNW) sub-region during periods […]
- Sustainable Fuels Precinct approved for Gippsland September 30, 2025With Australia’s 2035 net zero targets now set, the approval of an Australian Sustainable Fuels Precinct in Gippsland, Victoria signals an opportunity to reduce waste emissions. At the precinct, rubbish from homes and businesses will be diverted from landfill and upcycled into Grade A+ hydrogen and other low carbon fuels, cutting costs for councils and households while […]
- Solar-powered RVM provides sustainable recycling option September 30, 2025A solar-powered Containers for Change Reverse Vending Machine (RVM) has opened in Mackay, Queensland. The RVM, located at Mt Pleasant Shopping Centre, is operated by family-owned recycling business Anything Environmental and was manufactured by Queensland-based recycling technology startup Ecoboxtec. In addition to being solar powered, the RVM also allows customers to redeem their container returns […]
- New Bredel Heavy Duty pump offers advanced safety and reliability in the toughest conditions with sustainability benefits September 28, 2025Bredel hose pumps, part of Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions, has engineered the new Bredel Heavy Duty pump with advanced safety and reliability features specifically for the mining and construction sectors. For mining companies that prioritise protecting their employees and the local environment, while ensuring reliable operations in the toughest conditions, Bredel has designed the Heavy […]
- Mobile water services fleet expands in Oceania September 28, 2025Veolia is expanding its mobile water services fleet in Oceania as part of the company’s GreenUp strategic program — a global initiative to accelerate ecological transformation. The expanded fleet will help organisations enhance water efficiency and reduce environmental impact through rapidly deployable, high-performance water treatment solutions. Veolia’s mobile water treatment portfolio includes clarification, filtration, reverse osmosis […]