Industry News
Queensland Containers for Change scheme launches
Queensland residents are now able to claim 10c per eligible container returned at any recycling centres launched as part of the Queensland Containers for Change scheme. [ + ]
Climate-controlled classroom powered entirely by renewables
Built by Hivve Technology, the portable classroom is powered by a combination of rooftop solar and a Tesla Powerwall 2 battery. [ + ]
Code for Smart Communities released by Smart Cities Council
The Code for Smart Communities is a benchmark for urban development practices across greenfield communities, urban regeneration precincts and diverse institutional campuses. [ + ]
Frasers Property wants your waste management pitches
Frasers Property is aiming to create the world's most sustainable shopping centre at Burwood Brickworks in Melbourne, requiring a focus on innovative waste minimisation. [ + ]
Grid-scale battery reaches completion in Ballarat
The 30 MW/30 MWh Ballarat Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) is now in the final testing phase before being connected to the grid in time for the approaching summer. [ + ]
More ultrarapid EV charging stations announced for Victoria
Victorian Minister for Energy Lily D'Ambrosio has opened Australia's first ultrarapid electric vehicle charging site — and at the same time announced funding for five more stations. [ + ]
Decentralised Energy Exchange now open for business
The Decentralised Energy Exchange has commenced the rollout of a platform that connects distributed energy resources and virtual power plants to existing markets. [ + ]
Discovery could enable low-energy electronics
A global research project has resulted in a breakthrough in quantum physics that could deliver electronics and communications technology with ultralow energy consumption. [ + ]
Changing stormwater management charges would reduce runoff
Changing the way Melbourne charges for stormwater management could reduce stormwater runoff volumes by 59 billion litres and annual management costs by $191m by 2050. [ + ]
SUEZ provides $165,000 to 16 community projects
Community groups, schools and organisations secured the funds as part of the 2018 SUEZ Community Grants Program, which provides individual grants of up to $15,000. [ + ]
EfW inquiry: NSW govt's response "disappointing", says WMAA
The Energy from Waste (EfW) Technology Parliamentary Inquiry was established to inquire into matters relating to the waste disposal industry in NSW. [ + ]
2018 Energy Hack winners announced
Energy Hack brings together students and professionals from all walks of life to look into the future and drive innovation towards stable, abundant and affordable energy for Australians. [ + ]
Ultrarapid EV charging stations to link Australian cities
Start-up company Chargefox will soon commence building Australia's largest open, ultrarapid network of charging stations for electric vehicles (EVs). [ + ]
Ocean Cleanup system launched from San Francisco
System 001, deployed by The Ocean Cleanup, is designed to be propelled by wind and waves, allowing it to passively catch and concentrate plastic debris in front of it. [ + ]
Planning approval granted for Bomen Solar Farm
Renew Estate has been granted planning approval to build Bomen Solar Farm, a 120 MW project near the Bomen Business Park in Wagga Wagga. [ + ]