Industry News
Merger strengthens RSK Australia's regional services
Projence and Western Project Services have merged under the Projence brand, to improve the delivery of project management services in regional and remote areas. [ + ]
Solar cell achieves world record for efficiency
University of Queensland researchers claim to have set a world record for solar cell efficiency with eco-friendly perovskite technology. [ + ]
New filter tech targets PFAS in water
Researchers at Monash University have developed a water filtration membrane that effectively removes small PFAS molecules. [ + ]
Reaching net zero in the manufacturing sector
Sustainable solutions such as 'green concrete' and carbon tracking were presented at the recent Western Sydney Manufacturers Forum. [ + ]
Reducing upfront carbon in built environment: report
ASBEC has released a report aiming to reinforce and amplify government and industry efforts to reduce upfront embodied carbon across buildings and infrastructure. [ + ]
Green chemistry turns waste CO2 into amino acids
Researchers have devised a sustainable way of turning waste carbon dioxide and nitrophenyl ethane into amino acids for humans. [ + ]
Circularity needed at scale for Aust building industry
Australia has the highest material footprint of the G20, more than 31 tonnes per person. Doubling our circularity by 2035 could add $26 billion to GDP annually. [ + ]
Textile recycler BlockTexx wins Gold for sustainability
BlockTexx, a clean technology company that recovers polyester and cellulose from textiles and clothing, has won a significant sustainability award. [ + ]
Water shortages prompt Vic Government to boost supply
The decision follows Geelong water storages hitting a six-year low and a double-digit annual decline in Melbourne's storage levels. [ + ]
Coalition to scrap vehicle policy reducing emissions
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton is set to dismantle Australia's climate policies, with reports indicating he plans to remove the New Vehicle Efficiency Standards. [ + ]
Climate Council rates political parties on climate
The Climate Council has released its scorecard of Australia's political parties ahead of the 2025 federal election. [ + ]
Boral secures grant for cement kiln carbon reduction
The project will reduce process emissions from cement clinker manufacturing by up to 100,000 tonnes. [ + ]
Vast secures grant to progress SA Solar Fuels project
HyFuel Solar Refinery, a subsidiary of Vast, has been awarded $700,000 through the ASLET initiative for maritime and port operations. [ + ]
NSW passes legislation to mandate battery recycling
The passing of the Product Lifecycle Responsibility Bill in New South Wales is said to mark a historic shift in battery recycling. [ + ]
EPOC Enviro secures patent for PFAS remediation technology
Australian company EPOC Enviro has announced the approval of its foam fractionation patent, securing exclusive rights for its SAFF technology in Australia. [ + ]
