Adapting to the emerging carbon constrained economy will become vital to business success in the face of increasing regulation and pressure from consumers according to Carbon Planet.

Two tools released as part of a Bureau of Meteorology project will make it possible for farmers to find out more about rainfall and climate.

Biological Farmers of Australia, an Australian organic representative group, says certified organic farm systems have contributed to carbon storage through soil sequestration for years.

Eimco Water Technologies Limited has acquired AJM Environmental Services Pty Ltd to expand its activities in Australia.

Forums have been added to the program for the biennial Irrigation Australia 2008 Exhibition and Conference to discuss key issues confronting the irrigation industry in rural and urban Australia.

Desert Knowledge Australia and Alice Solar City have announced a strategic partnership to maximise benefits to both parties through cooperation and collaboration.

Queensland small and medium businesses have further reason to become more ‘green’ following the introduction of a $50 million Queensland government policy.

Anyone wanting to understand how design choices impact on the energy efficiency of a building is encouraged to attend the BRANZ sustainable design seminars. The seminar is aimed specifically at architects and building designers, however, anyone with an interest in energy-efficient design is encouraged to register and attend.

Virotec has entered into a contract to supply ViroFlow Technology solid waste treatment services to Nyrstar Hobart.

The Byteback electronic waste recycling program has reached a significant milestone by preventing over 1000 tonnes of greenhouse gases from entering the atmosphere, announced the Australian Information Industry Association (AIIA) and Sims e-Recycling.

Thames Water has appointed CH2M HILL as program manager for the Thames Tideway Tunnel scheme — to help deliver a ‘super-sewer’ that will prevent overflows from London’s sewers entering the River Thames.

The Sustainable Packaging Alliance (SPA) has developed an online software application to provide a means for food and beverage packaging designers and manufacturers to identify, review and prioritise actions to reduce the environmental impact of their products.

Eligible organisations are invited to submit proposals for funding under the $30 million Centre for Groundwater Research and Training.