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- More could be done for sustainability in Budget, say industry groups May 13, 2026The Australian Government’s 2026–27 Budget has been released with five main objectives. Get through the global oil shock; provide cost-of-living relief; increase productivity; reform the tax system for workers and first-home buyers; and make the overall budget stronger. However, many believe what was left off this list, was increasing the country’s growth in sustainability. Industry […]
- Green schemes take a hit in federal Budget 2026 May 12, 2026The Australian Government announced its Budget for the 2026–2027 financial year on Tuesday, 12th May 2026. Treasurer Jim Chalmers said, “This is the most significant tax reform package for more than a quarter of a century and it continues the Albanese Labor government’s record of responsible economic management. “Our reforms will make our tax system […]
- 70% of Aussies can recycle soft plastics again May 11, 2026Australians will now once again have access to soft plastics drop-off collection points following the collapse of REDcycle. The Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) said the progress reflects growing industry collaboration to rebuild soft plastics recovery capability in Australia, while reinforcing the need for coordinated national stewardship and clear, consistent consumer guidance. The return of […]
- Solar rebate saves $75K for Vic apartment residents May 11, 2026A Solahart Eastern Ranges large-scale PV solution has allowed the residents of Anderson Street, Templestowe, to future-proof against rising energy bills and save on upfront costs as part of Solar Victoria’s Solar for Apartments rebate program. Since launching in February 2024, this Australian–Victorian Government joint initiative has helped more than 3200 families living in multi-unit […]
- NSW Govt to fast-track renewable energy project deliveries May 5, 2026The NSW Government will introduce a new law to speed up the delivery of key renewable energy projects to power large energy users. The proposed legislation will allow the NSW Energy Minister to identify the highest-priority renewable energy projects in the planning pipeline, and prioritise them for streamlining. Priority energy projects must demonstrate best practice […]
- What the Japanese bullet train can teach us about cutting emissions May 5, 2026In Japan, there is a concept often referred to as “Shinkansen thinking” — inspired by the creation of the bullet train in 1964. At the time, engineers were asked to halve the travel time between Tokyo and Osaka. It was widely seen as impossible. What followed wasn’t incremental improvement. Engineers reimagined the entire system: the […]
- Visy reaches 70% recycled content target again for NZ glass May 5, 2026Visy has again met its target of an average of 70% recycled glass in its locally made bottles and jars in 2025. First achieved in 2024, the consecutive milestone highlights the strength of the company’s fully integrated glass recycling and manufacturing operations in New Zealand, delivering a local and secure supply chain for wineries and food […]
- University uses AI to accelerate solar panel recycling May 5, 2026University of New England (UNE)researchers have found early promise in using AI to accelerate the recycling of solar panels. While up to 95% of a panel’s mass can already be recovered using standard mechanical methods, the silicon wafers cannot currently be recycled. These wafers absorb photons from sunlight, releasing electrons and producing electric current. To be […]
- Food waste creates premium shiraz May 5, 2026Hyatt Regency Sydney has partnered with Goterra and Four Winds Vineyard to turn its daily food preparation scraps into premium wine. This video shows the full circular process from initial food scraps from the Hyatt Regency Sydney to the creation of premium shiraz at Four Winds Vineyard. Learn more about The Circular Vintage Series and […]
- $31m litter problem addressed at Summit May 4, 2026The government, industry and the community have come together to address one of Western Sydney’s most persistent, costly and preventable environmental challenges — litter. Convened by the Western Sydney Regional Organisation of Councils (WSROC), the Western Sydney Litter Summit invited senior representatives from the quick-service restaurant sector, supermarkets, service stations, shopping centres, transport authorities, councils, […]
- New method eliminates need for toxic lead in solar panels May 4, 2026A team of chemical engineers led by The University of Queensland’s Dr Miaoqiang Lyu and Professor Lianzhou Wang have developed a fabrication method that eliminates the need for toxic lead and other hazardous solvents in perovskite indoor solar panels. “Indoor solar cells themselves are not new, but the power conversion efficiency of the commercial silicon-based technology is […]
- Hotel food waste creates circular premium wine May 4, 2026Hyatt Regency Sydney has partnered with food waste company Goterra and Four Winds Vineyard in Murrumbateman, to turn the hotel’s daily food preparation scraps into premium wine. This initiative represents the next evolution in the hotel’s supplier relationships, closing the loop between kitchen, waste and agriculture. The collaboration shows how hospitality can meaningfully participate in […]