State of the Water Sector Report 2013 released
05 November, 2013The State of the Water Sector Report 2013 report was released yesterday by Deloitte and the Australian Water Association (AWA). The report was based on a survey of more than 1500 professionals working across Australia's water industry.
Global study shows impact of climate change on rangelands
04 November, 2013A team of international researchers, including Dr Matt Tighe from the University of New England, has found that the arid rangelands which cover around 70% of Australia may be profoundly altered by the impact of climate change. This will be due to a relatively small change in soil nutrient levels over the next 100 years.
Mark Sullivan elected as new chair of WSAA board
04 November, 2013Water Services Association of Australia (WSAA) has announced the appointment of Mark Sullivan AO, managing director of ACTEW Water in the ACT, as the new chair of the WSAA board.
New Auckland by-law to encourage household recycling
01 November, 2013Changes to the Auckland Council Solid Waste Bylaw are designed to encourage Auckland householders to recycle and compost more by providing region-wide restrictions around the disposal of garden waste and recyclable materials.
Fujitsu Data Centre achieves NABERS rating
31 October, 2013Fujitsu has announced its Noble Park Data Centre in Melbourne has achieved a NABERS Energy for data centres rating, making it the first in Australia to be certified using the NABERS data centres tools.
Award for Agnes Water Seventeen Seventy project
31 October, 2013 | Supplied by: TRILITYAn integrated water project servicing the towns of Agnes Water and Seventeen Seventy has been recognised by the Institute of Public Works Engineering Australia, Queensland division (IPWEAQ) for excellence in design and construction.
Online environmental management tool for businesses
31 October, 2013 | Supplied by: PACIA - Plastics & ChemicalsTo help businesses streamline and improve environmental compliance, the Plastics and Chemicals Industries Association (PACIA) has released its easy-to-use online Environmental Management Wizard to help businesses self-assess environmental obligations, and in doing so reveal opportunities to reduced risks, reduce costs and enhance business performance.
Australian Soil Consortium calls for food revolution
28 October, 2013The Australian Soil Consortium (ASC) - a group of farmers, agribusiness companies and scientists who are concerned for the future of one of the nation’s most valuable assets - says Australia needs a nationwide effort to raise soil fertility.
New cost-estimation tool for construction industry
28 October, 2013The Building Cost Information Service (BCIS), launched today, will give the construction industry access to real-time cost data, leading to more precision in the pricing and scoping of major building and infrastructure projects.
Eco Expo Asia opens next week
25 October, 2013The eighth edition of Eco Expo Asia - Asia’s annual exhibition for green business solutions - opens next week from 28-31 October in Hong Kong. The fair aims to highlight green products and solutions for all parties concerned with reaching a greener future across Asia.
2013 Victorian Premier's Sustainability Award winners announced
24 October, 2013The winners of the 2013 Premier's Sustainability Awards for Victoria have been announced. The Premier's Recognition Award was won by Moonee Valley City Council and Wingate Avenue Community Centre for their project to introduce recycling to a community housing estate.
Toyota New Zealand network gets Enviro-Mark Gold certification
24 October, 2013Toyota New Zealand's entire dealer network has officially been certified Enviro-Mark Gold standard or better. Enviro-Mark is a nationally recognised environmental management program in which organisations progress through five levels and are independently audited at each step.
Professional Engineer of the Year to change public perception
22 October, 2013The 2013 Professional Engineer of the Year is Dr Bronwyn Evans, who is working towards her lifelong mission to change the public’s perception of what it means to be an engineer - especially for women.
City of Sydney calls for reformation of electricity regulations
22 October, 2013The City of Sydney has urged members of the NSW Parliament to reform outdated electricity regulations preventing the installation of low-carbon trigeneration electricity plants.
Air New Zealand launches search for an Antarctic adventurer
22 October, 2013Air New Zealand last week launched a global search for an environmental enthusiast keen to share the wonders of the Antarctic continent with the world.
