Industry News
CEOs to cook for those in need
OzHarvest's CEO CookOff will bring together CEOs, managing directors, senior business leaders, chefs and companies to make a difference to the lives of vulnerable people across Australia. [ + ]
Sugarcane growers to share cutting-edge farming practices
Sugarcane farmers attending the 2016 Project Catalyst Forum will share the results from trials which aim to improve water quality, limit water use and reduce agricultural run-off. [ + ]
Total Facilities seminar program released
Total Facilities, the industry exhibition for facilities and workplace professionals, has announced a free education program that will run concurrently over the event's two days. [ + ]
Get ready for ARBS 2016
ARBS 2016, the annual air-conditioning, refrigeration and building services trade exhibition and seminar program, will be held from 17–19 May at the Melbourne Exhibition & Convention Centre. [ + ]
Switch to solar for Telstra's metropolitan exchange buildings
Telstra has switched on its largest ever AC Grid Connect solar power systems at the Deer Park and Lyndhurst exchange buildings to help improve its environmental footprint. [ + ]
CEFC encourages energy-efficient community housing
The Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) has released a report and a $250 million program to encourage more energy-efficient community housing. [ + ]
Why do we hoard e-waste?
While 95.7% of Australians agree that recycling e-waste is important, 45% do not currently do so. But what's the reason for this? [ + ]
Companies encouraged to use greener chemicals in consumer products
Manufacturers and regulators can use the new ASTM standard E3027 to determine whether the most sustainable chemicals are being used for a wide range of consumer products. [ + ]
The world's worst emitters are the least affected by climate change
Researchers have discovered what they described as a 'global mismatch' between greenhouse gas emissions and the burden of climate change, with the countries emitting the least amount of gases suffering the most — and vice versa. [ + ]
Automated mattress deconstruction for Sydney
TIC Mattress Recycling will fast-track the development of Sydney's first automated mattress deconstruction facility. [ + ]
John West tuna is now MSC certified
John West Australia, WWF Australia and the Marine Stewardship Council have come together to help end unsustainable fishing methods within Australia's canned tuna industry. [ + ]
How to make Perth a water-sensitive city
A major rethink is needed by policymakers, planners and the general public if Perth is going to successfully transition to become a water-sensitive city, according to a UWA water resources expert. [ + ]
World Energy Council partners with Arup
The World Energy Council has formed a new partnership with Arup, which recently signed an agreement to be a project supporter for the World Energy Scenarios flagship study. [ + ]
Climate research gets the chop
Up to 350 positions at Australia's CSIRO will be made redundant, with its climate research divisions to bear the brunt of the job losses. [ + ]
Ceres Organics gains 5 Green Star rating
A warehouse complex owned by Ceres Organics has received a 5 Green Star rating from the New Zealand Building Council. [ + ]