Industry News
Fifth AIP State of Industry Webinar
Registrations are open for the fifth AIP State of Industry Webinar to be held on Wednesday, 21 August at 10 am (AEST). [ + ]
Rewiring Australia weighs in on nuclear proposal
The advocacy group has urged Australia to "double down on electrification". [ + ]
Yarra Valley Water launches new Community Grants Program
Yarra Valley Water has launched its new Community Grants Program to support local groups build thriving and sustainable communities. [ + ]
Govt grants: driving down industrial decarbonisation
ARENA is providing a total of $1.98 million in grants directly to 10 businesses that are looking to contribute to Australia's emissions reduction targets. [ + ]
New method has potential to manage 'forever chemicals'
Scientists from UNSW have designed a catalyst system that can activate a reaction to break down common types of branched PFAS. [ + ]
Major upgrade for Hunter Water
Hunter Water has bolstered its water supply infrastructure with the installation of a 3 km water trunk main in Black Hill. [ + ]
Could NZ embrace wireless EV charging tech?
Dynamic wireless charging technology would allow EVs to charge while in motion, offering a promising solution to the limitations of fixed charging stations. [ + ]
Upcoming plastic feedstock compliance webinars
The NSW EPA and Operation Clean Sweep will hold two webinars to introduce best practice guidance in relation to plastic feedstock and pollution incidents. [ + ]
Seeking solar innovators for $100 million challenge
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has launched its global $100 million 'Solar ScaleUp Challenge'. [ + ]
Waste body calls out lack of action on battery fires
While praising a $26 million funding initiative for a new ACT recycling facility, WMRR has issued a warning about the continuing risk of battery fires. [ + ]
Virus-detection pioneer wins Lee Kuan Yew Water Prize
The 2024 prize has been awarded to Professor Gertjan Medema in recognition of his breakthrough research in the field of wastewater-based epidemiology during the COVID-19 pandemic. [ + ]
Art Deco cinema receives solar upgrade
Thanks to a charity that finances climate action projects, Adelaide's historic Capri Theatre has a new 71.8 kW rooftop solar system and 51.2 kWh battery. [ + ]
Australia's nuclear future or fantasy?
The Federal Coalition has released details on its vision for nuclear energy in Australia, including seven locations for plants, but is it a plausible solution? [ + ]
AOG Energy rebrands to Energy Exchange Australia
During its more than 40-year history, AOG Energy had garnered a reputation as a significant event for the oil, gas and energy industry. [ + ]
Green methanol project planned for SA
The Solar Methanol 1 project could unlock green fuel production in Australia, helping to decarbonise hard-to-abate industries like shipping and aviation. [ + ]
