Genetically engineered insects could transform waste management
31 July, 2024A Macquarie University team has proposed using genetically modified flies to address worldwide pollution challenges and produce raw materials for industry.
Aust food recycler seeking $3m capital raise
26 July, 2024 | Supplied by: Food Recycle LtdAustralian startup Food Recycle Ltd has developed technology to turn commercial food waste into animal feed.
SA revives soft plastics recycling
25 July, 2024A government-funded initiative is set to divert more than 14,000 tonnes of soft plastics from landfill in the state annually.
Call for nationwide mattress recycling
22 July, 2024A recent survey has found that a majority of respondents would pay more when purchasing a mattress if the retailer collected and recycled their old one.
Feedback sought for updated B-cycle scheme
18 July, 2024Given market changes and the evolving risk profile of batteries, the Battery Stewardship Council is consulting with industry on a review of its B-cycle Scheme.
Waste body calls out lack of action on battery fires
20 June, 2024While praising a $26 million funding initiative for a new ACT recycling facility, WMRR has issued a warning about the continuing risk of battery fires.
REDWAVE TEX textile sorting solution
13 June, 2024 | Supplied by: REDWAVEThe REDWAVE TEX is a flexible sorting solution designed specifically for the textile industry.
Bringing the circular tyre economy to remote WA
05 June, 2024 | Supplied by: Tyre Stewardship Australia LimitedLongstanding WA company Get A Grip Tyres is now a contributor to and participant in Australia's Tyre Product Stewardship Scheme.
Extra-strong concrete — with coffee
28 May, 2024RMIT University has come up with a novel use for spent coffee grounds — as a valuable resource for the construction industry.
Novel concrete reduces impact of both coal ash and cement
20 May, 2024RMIT has collaborated with AGL to clean up coal ash deposits by incorporating them into a new concrete mix that uses double the ash of existing low-carbon concretes, also minimising cement use.
Healthcare waste recycling initiative to repurpose IV bags
07 May, 2024New Zealand's Southern Cross Healthcare has embraced a recycling initiative in which its IV bags are given new life as a surface cover in children's playgrounds.
Tackling plastic waste in health care
29 April, 2024 | Supplied by: Recycle WiseWith the support of APR Plastics, Recycle Wise has initiated a service previously missing in the healthcare industry.
How the perfect blend of tyres and plastic led to a sulfur-free oil
26 April, 2024When tyres are broken down, the oil formed normally contains hazardous sulfur-containing compounds, presenting a challenge for the safe upcycling of tyre waste.
From glass waste to energy-efficient bricks
26 April, 2024Typical brick production produces harmful emissions and puts a strain on natural resources, particularly clay. Australian researchers might have a solution.
Transforming pill packaging into fencing
22 April, 2024The Vinyl Council of Australia is collaborating with several Australian industry partners to recycle waste PVC pharmaceutical blister packaging.
