Sustainability

Retrofitting for net zero energy

18 May, 2016

Retrofitting New Zealand's commercial buildings to use less fossil fuel-generated energy could save enough energy to power many homes on the South Island.


Sails light up at carbon-neutral event in Sydney

18 May, 2016

Vivid LIVE is an annual contemporary music festival held by the Sydney Opera House as part of Vivid Sydney. The event will be carbon neutral for a second year running with all electricity used, including the centrepiece 'Songlines' Lighting the Sails, powered by 100% Green Power from accredited renewable sources.


Carbon management in a climate of uncertainty

18 May, 2016 by Alexander Stathakis, Conversio

For many Australian businesses, climate policy and corresponding reporting requirements have been surrounded by much uncertainty, with the major political parties having different ideas about climate policy.


Bosch awarded for copper reclamation program

17 May, 2016

Bosch Australia was announced as the winner of the Environmental Solution of the Year award at the 2016 Endeavour Awards, which have celebrated and recognised the achievements of Australian manufacturers for the past 13 years.


Britain went without coal for four hours this week

13 May, 2016

Britain has marked a major milestone in the global transition away from fossil fuels, with no coal stations running from midnight to 4 am on 10 May.


Conference program released for All-Energy Australia 2016

10 May, 2016 | Supplied by: RX Global

All-Energy Australia will this year look at the three areas of future grid, energy storage and energy efficiency, providing a focused approach which will provide delegates with the latest technology and expert advice in the sector.


The search is on for Queensland's inspiring environmental achievers

09 May, 2016 | Supplied by: Department of Environment and Heritage Protection

Queenslanders can now nominate their eco projects and programs for the 2016 Premier's Sustainability Awards.


Light-emitting cement

09 May, 2016

Dr José Carlos Rubio has created a light-emitting cement that has a life span of 100 years. By absorbing solar energy and returning it to the environment, the material will be able to light roads, highways and bicycle lanes without the need for electricity.


Disruption driving the new energy grid

04 May, 2016 | Supplied by: Exhibitions & Trade Fairs Pty Ltd

With the theme 'Disruption Driving the New Energy Grid', the opening panel of the Australian Energy Storage Conference and Exhibition will see speakers address the fact that the way we store and deliver power is undergoing change and disruption.


Learn how to successfully innovate your brand for sustainability

03 May, 2016

Sustainable Brands 2016 Sydney is all about knowledge sharing, which is said to be crucial in building a greater sustainable business community and implementing successful sustainable business practices.


UNSW hosts leadership forum on energy transition

02 May, 2016

UNSW is hosting the Leadership Forum on Energy Transition for Australia — an initiative that brings together leaders from business, academia and the community to develop a clean energy blueprint for the nation.


ACT to go 100% renewable by 2020

29 April, 2016 by Lauren Davis

ACT Minister for the Environment and Climate Change Simon Corbell has dropped a bombshell, stating that the ACT Government is committing to a target of 100% renewable energy by 2020.


15,000 tonnes of CO2 stored in landmark study

29 April, 2016

Over 15,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide have been injected 1.5 km below ground at Nirranda South, Victoria, in a CO2CRC project which is said to prove the safety and long-term viability of CO2 storage.


CSIRO climate centre goes some way to offsetting cuts

27 April, 2016 by Lauren Davis

It seems that Australian climate science is refusing to die, with the announcement that CSIRO is establishing a national climate research centre to be based in Hobart.


Nanomaterial to help turn heat into electricity

27 April, 2016

Physicists have demonstrated a new artificial material, or metamaterial, that glows in an unusual way when heated. The findings could drive a revolution in the development of cells that convert radiated heat into electricity, known as thermophotovoltaic cells.


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