Web-based tool helps redesign sustainability within foodservice operations
08 April, 2013FirstCarbon Solutions, a pioneer in environmental sustainability business solutions, and Compass Group, a food and support services company, have announced the launch of the software tool being used to support Compass Group’s Carbon FOODprint toolkit. The web-based tool is designed to help Compass Group’s food operations staff lower their environmental impact and their operational costs.
Hunter project set to energise local businesses
05 April, 2013Businesses in the Hunter region are receiving help to reduce their energy costs and save money under a new project being funded by revenue from the carbon price.
Black & Veatch selects new chairman, president and CEO
05 April, 2013The Board of Directors of Black & Veatch has selected a new chairman, president and CEO for the company upon the decision of Len Rodman to retire at the end of 2013 after 42 years of leadership, service and dedication to the company.
Award-winning research improves wind power reliability
05 April, 2013A Curtin University researcher who has improved the reliability of wind-generated energy entering the grid was recently awarded the prestigious John Madsen Medal by Engineers Australia.
Australian Green Infrastructure Council rebrands as Infrastructure Sustainability Council of Australia
05 April, 2013As of 4 April, the Australian Green Infrastructure Council (AGIC) has been renamed the Infrastructure Sustainability Council of Australia (ISCA).
$100,000 made available to Australian NFP and community projects
04 April, 2013Ethical superannuation company Australian Ethical has announced the launch of its Community Grants program, which will see over $100,000 made available to Australian not-for-profit organisations and community projects.
Hassell studio set to achieve Australia’s newest Green Star rating
04 April, 2013International design practice Hassell has registered Australia’s first Green Star - Interiors project, with its soon-to-open studio in Sydney set to be one of the nation’s greenest offices.
Mixing it up with renewables
04 April, 2013Sustainability Matters talks to Ivor Frischknecht, CEO of ARENA, about the current and future trends for the renewable energy mix in Australia. ARENA is an independent statutory authority tasked with the objectives of improving the competitiveness of renewable energy technologies and increasing the supply of renewable energy in Australia.
China’s pilot carbon-trading market taps UNSW expertise
03 April, 2013China has laid out an ambitious road map to reduce emissions by 40-45% by 2020, including the world’s largest national carbon-trading scheme, at a high-level bilateral conference held last week at the University of New South Wales.
Seamless exchange trading of top-tier carbon credits now available through revolutionary partnership
03 April, 2013The Climate Action Reserve, North America’s premier carbon offset registry, and Carbon Trade Exchange today announced a partnership that allows carbon market participants to seamlessly trade Climate Reserve Tonnes (CRTs) through a commodities exchange for the first time.
Outdoor furniture created from recycled plastic food packaging
03 April, 2013Kraft Foods, in partnership with the RED Group and Coles, has donated purpose-built outdoor furniture for Westgate Park using recycled packaging from The Natural Confectionery Company (TNCC) range and a selection of Cadbury Dairy Milk products across its blocks and share packs.
Extreme weather report a wake-up call, says Combet
03 April, 2013A new report from the Climate Commission today shows climate change is already impacting on extreme weather in Australia.
New tool on sustainable packaging for marketers
28 March, 2013A new toolkit is being launched to provide businesses - particularly marketing professionals - with the knowledge required to have a greater awareness and positive influence on decisions about sustainable packaging design and end of life.
Revegetation of native trees using degradable plastic film
28 March, 2013A novel degradable plastic could dramatically improve the efficiency of native tree revegetation from seed in marginal low rainfall areas, which typically give low germination and establishment.
MWH Global to acquire Outback Ecology
26 March, 2013MWH Global, a strategic consulting, technical engineering and construction services firm in the wet infrastructure sector, has announced its intent to purchase Outback Ecology, an Australian environmental consultancy associated with the natural resources and mining industry for more than 20 years.
