'Breathing Wall' removes toxins from the air
07 June, 2016UTS researchers have found that a new green wall system is particularly effective at removing the harmful airborne chemicals found in modern workspaces.
Banksia Awards to align with sustainable development goals
06 June, 2016 | Supplied by: Banksia FoundationThis year, the Banksia Sustainability Awards will be closely exploring the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and their importance in taking Australia towards a more sustainable future.
Sustainable Brands comes to Sydney
02 June, 2016 | Supplied by: MCI AustraliaSustainable Brands, a global learning, collaboration and commerce community, will be convening in Australia this month for the first time.
LG Chem LG ESS Partner Portal
31 May, 2016 | Supplied by: LG Chem Energy Solution CompanyLG Chem has launched the LG ESS Partner Portal, a website dedicated to providing installers and distributors with helpful information about the company's products.
Westpac has priced its first climate bond
27 May, 2016 | Supplied by: WestpacWestpac Group has priced its first climate bond, raising $500 million to fund renewable energy and low-carbon commercial property in Australia.
Don't cut off ARENA grant funding, solar scientists urge
27 May, 2016Australia's top solar cell researchers have called on both major political parties not to unintentionally kill solar cell research in Australia by cutting off grant funding from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency.
2016 EECA Awards winners announced
25 May, 2016The 2016 EECA Awards have honoured winners in 10 categories for a range of projects across business, community and the public sector.
Stantec acquires MWH Global
25 May, 2016 | Supplied by: StantecStantec has announced the acquisition of MWH Global, an engineering, consulting and construction management firm focused on water and natural resources for built infrastructure and the environment.
Energy Storage Roadmap announced
25 May, 2016 by Tanya Denning and Jo Slater | Supplied by: Ashurst formerly Blake Dawson Waldron LawStandards Australia has announced that it will embark on the process of developing an Energy Storage Roadmap with the support of the COAG Energy Council.
Australian researcher wins prestigious solar award
24 May, 2016 | Supplied by: Trina Solar AustraliaDr Pierre Verlinden has been announced as the winner of the 2016 William R Cherry Award, one of the most distinguished awards in the solar photovoltaic (PV) energy industry. He is the third Australian to win the award.
Verdia working with Westpac on energy efficiency financing
24 May, 2016 | Supplied by: VerdiaEnergy services company Verdia has been appointed the manager of Westpac's Energy Efficient Financing Program. The agreement combines Verdia expertise in energy efficiency and solar projects and network of energy equipment partners with financial expertise from one of the world's most sustainable banks.
ARBS Industry Awards winners announced
20 May, 2016 | Supplied by: ARBS Exhibitions Pty LtdThe winners of the annual ARBS Industry Awards have been announced at a gala dinner held at Crown Palladium in Melbourne, hosted by actor Shane Jacobson.
CEFC and Westpac launch $200 million financing program
20 May, 2016 | Supplied by: Clean Energy Finance CorporationWestpac and the Clean Energy Finance Corporation are working together to provide Australian businesses with an easier way to take control of their energy costs, using low-cost finance to support investment in energy efficiency projects.
Research says advertise your products' ethical credentials
19 May, 2016 by Jacquie Fegent-McGeachie, Director – Public Affairs, Communications and Sustainability, Kimberly-Clark Australia & New Zealand | Supplied by: Kimberly-Clark AustraliaMany corporate sustainability advisers alike have experienced the dilemma of whether to proactively promote their sustainability credentials. Jacquie Fegent-McGeachie provides comments on what the research says.
Retrofitting for net zero energy
18 May, 2016Retrofitting New Zealand's commercial buildings to use less fossil fuel-generated energy could save enough energy to power many homes on the South Island.
