ITT continues to strengthen its capabilities as a water treatment solutions provider. Kolon Industries has signed an agreement to exclusively supply membrane fibres and modules for ITT’s Membrane Bioreactors which are used in Reuse Systems and Drinking Water Systems. Kolon Industries will also support and provide ITT with long-term membrane fibre and module development.

Australian scientists are developing a ‘magic wand’ to find out how dangerous soil and groundwater contamination is.

This month, New Zealand’s top sustainable businesses will be gathering together in Auckland to celebrate their achievements, including energy efficiency programs, recycling, product innovation, involvement in the community and staff led initiatives.

The Australian government has announced applicants for the $100 million Renewable Energy Development Initiative (REDI) will no longer have to wait for designated rounds of the program but may submit proposals throughout the year.

WA’s future energy options will be under the spotlight at the Energy Options for Western Australia seminar at the Curtin University of Technology Council Chamber on 5 October from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.

Australian householders overwhelmingly support government schemes that cut greenhouse gas emissions by helping save on energy and water use, a Newspoll survey in NSW and ACT has found.

Australia’s diesel shortage can be solved by substituting and blending biodiesel, according to an Australian energy company.

New Zealand needs to explore novel sources for producing biofuels if it is to play a greater role in meeting our energy needs, according to researchers at the University of Auckland.

"Solar energy businesses can increase in value even faster than oil wells," said Australian entrepreneur and scientist Dr Zhengrong Shi.

Water recycling remains a provocative topic for businesses and political organisations alike. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear the latest in case studies and presentations from water industry leaders at the 2006 Australian Water Recycling & Infrastructure Summit.

Liquid/solid separation technology specialist GL&V has restructured it’s worldwide business groups to align its operations more closely with target market segments.

We know the condition of the water in Sydney Harbour and other estuaries, bays and rivers. What about the mud at the bottom? Until now, there have not been consistent ways to measure these sediments which are essential to aquatic life.

Sam Buchanan is the winner of the 2006 young water scientist award for his pioneering research to develop a cheap and effective method that accurately predicts groundwater depth.

Elders Ltd has entered into a partnership with Landcare Australia in a bid to secure a viable future for Australia’s agricultural sector.

Research that is helping to improve the management of Australia’s rivers, estuaries, harbours and coastlines has been awarded the Land & Water Australia Eureka Prize for Water Research.