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- [OptiGrid appoints Paul Vickers as Head of Operations](https://econews.com.au/optigrid-appoints-paul-vickers-as-head-of-operations/) - Paul Vickers OptiGrid, an Australian battery optimisation and trading intelligence platform that is built for the National Electricity Market (NEM), announced today that it has appointed Paul Vickers as Head of Operations. Paul brings over two decades of experience working in operations and program management across the retail, technology and energy sectors to OptiGrid. At
- [More than 2 million customers invited to help shape the future of water?](https://econews.com.au/more-than-2-million-customers-invited-to-help-shape-the-future-of-water/) - More than 2 million residents and businesses across Melbourne’s north and east can have their say on future water and sewerage services as Yarra Valley Water develops its next five-year plan. Residents and business customers from Wallan in the west to Warburton in the east can complete an online survey to shape future water services, infrastructure investments and prices. Feedback from the survey and insights gathered through
- [Entries Now Open – 2026 NSW Sustainability Awards](https://econews.com.au/entries-now-open-2026-nsw-sustainability-awards/) - 2025 winners with Trish Doyle BA, DipEd, MP – Parliamentary Secretary for Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Heritage. How far has your sustainability journey taken you? It’s time to find out. The 2026 NSW Sustainability Awards are now open, inviting organisations, businesses, councils, schools, community groups and individuals from across New South Wales to
- [Epson to spotlight immersive display innovation at Integrate 2026](https://econews.com.au/epson-to-spotlight-immersive-display-innovation-at-integrate-2026/) - EB-XQ2030B Epson will showcase its latest projection and display technology at Integrate, inviting media, partners and visitors to discover the brand’s Larger Than Life experience on Stand HK12 at the ICC from 2-4 September. As one of the key names to watch at this year’s event, Epson’s presence at Integrate signals the company’s continued investment in visual display solutions that help businesses, venues
- [The secret to better solar cells? Think like a baker](https://econews.com.au/the-secret-to-better-solar-cells-think-like-a-baker/) - The improved CZTS solar cell developed at UNSW is made of fully environmentally-friendly materials. Image from UNSW/Ao Wang UNSW Sydney UNSW Sydney researchers have uncovered a new way to improve a promising next-generation solar cell material by making sure its ingredients stay evenly mixed while it’s being made. UNSW engineers have harnessed the fundamental skills
- [De Stefano & Co Expands National Footprint With Melbourne Office Opening](https://econews.com.au/de-stefano-co-expands-national-footprint-with-melbourne-office-opening/) - Emilio De Stefano – MD and CEO of De Stefano and Co Defence security advisory firm De Stefano & Co officially opened its Melbourne office in August 2026, marking the company’s second Australian office and an important step in its national growth strategy. The expansion will solidify its presence in Victoria and further support demand
- [The sleeping giant the Australian government needs to wake](https://econews.com.au/the-sleeping-giant-the-australian-government-needs-to-wake/) - It’s an industry with the potential to add billions of dollars to the economy and contribute positively to the global environment. JMM There is a billion dollar industry that could help stimulate the Australian economy and yes it begins with an A, and no it’s not AI. And unlike AI, there’s little dispute over its
- [From infection to protection: Could mosquitoes help eradicate malaria?](https://econews.com.au/from-infection-to-protection-could-mosquitoes-help-eradicate-malaria/) - A late liver-stage malaria parasite growing inside an infected liver cell, expressing different antigens for immune education (red and green). DNA from the parasite (center) and neighboring uninfected liver cells (smaller circles) are shown in blue. WEHI Researchers have discovered a new way to help prevent malaria that could one day transform mosquito bites from
- [Antarctic krill fishery closes early for second consecutive year, intensifying calls for Southern Ocean protection](https://econews.com.au/antarctic-krill-fishery-closes-early-for-second-consecutive-year-intensifying-calls-for-southern-ocean-protection/) - Photo © John Weller Repeat early closure exposes widening gap between Antarctic conservation & fisheries management For the second year running and just one day after World Krill Day, the Antarctic krill fishery has been shut down early, a stark warning sign that the management of one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing fisheries urgently
- [TOSHIBA AND MGA THERMAL APPLY EtaPRO® DIGITAL TWIN AND  PREDICTIVE ANALYTICS TO LONG-DURATION ENERGY STORAGE](https://econews.com.au/toshiba-and-mga-thermal-apply-etapro-digital-twin-and-predictive-analytics-to-long-duration-energy-storage/) - Real-time eTES Dashboard displays individual thermal block temperatures, system state of charge, charging speed, and gas flow conditions. Active charging blocks are highlighted, providing operators with clear visibility of energy storage performance and thermal distribution across the system. Image Credit: TIC First application of the EtaPRO platform to thermal energy storage combines proven asset analytics
- [Epson collaborates with YKK to use regenerated fibre material in new zipper applications](https://econews.com.au/epson-collaborates-with-ykk-to-use-regenerated-fibre-material-in-new-zipper-applications/) - Zipper featured in YUIMA NAKAZATO’s collection, INFERNO (using a non-woven fabric sheet printed with Epson’s digital textile printing technology for the zipper tape) Leverages proprietary technology to regenerate fibres from used garments to create zippers featured in YUIMA NAKAZATO’s Collection Presented at Paris Haute Couture Week Epson has expanded the applications of non-woven fabric sheet
- [Schneider Electric releases pioneering study assessing arc flash risk in 800 VDC data centres aligning with world’s leading hyperscalers](https://econews.com.au/schneider-electric-releases-pioneering-study-assessing-arc-flash-risk-in-800-vdc-data-centres-aligning-with-worlds-leading-hyperscalers/) - Study provides some of the industry’s first data on managing 800 VDC safety risks and safely adopting new power architectures for AI data centres Simulations and arc flash risk analyses assessed two representative 800 VDC architectures reflecting common designs informed by industry leaders Evaluating risks with ETAP’s advanced software and digital twins accurately model fault scenarios, supporting effective protection
- [How 9000 photos built the foundation for AI-driven crop disease detection](https://econews.com.au/how-9000-photos-built-the-foundation-for-ai-driven-crop-disease-detection/) - The SLIF-Tomato dataset built by academics from CDU and UoP contains 8,934 images, broken into eight classes. Pictured are examples of their bounding box annotations. Charles Darwin University A breakthrough in AI-driven crop disease detection is set to reduce harvest losses and chemical-related health risks thanks to a first-of-its-kind tomato leaf dataset comprising almost 9000
- [Smart stormwater filter developed to stop more pollution reaching rivers and beaches](https://econews.com.au/smart-stormwater-filter-developed-to-stop-more-pollution-reaching-rivers-and-beaches/) - UNSW Sydney UNSW engineers have added sensors and real-time weather forecasts into so-called rain gardens to create a smarter way to stop contaminants from flowing into waterways. Researchers from UNSW Sydney have developed a smart stormwater treatment system that can automatically adapt to changing weather conditions, significantly improving its ability to remove harmful pollutants before
- [Vinnies NSW Leads The Way to Clean Energy with New Technology](https://econews.com.au/vinnies-nsw-leads-the-way-to-clean-energy-with-new-technology/) - In collaboration with Australian ‘clean energy leaders’, Next Business Energy and Enosi St Vincent de Paul Society NSW (Vinnies NSW) has partnered with retailer Next Business Energy, and clean energy software company, Enosi, to introduce innovative solar energy sharing to multiple Vinnies sites across NSW. Vinnies NSW have taken up Next Business Energy’s solar matching plan,
- [LATIN AMERICAN CITIES REACH HISTORIC MILESTONE OF 10,000 ELECTRIC BUSES IN OPERATION](https://econews.com.au/latin-american-cities-reach-historic-milestone-of-10000-electric-buses-in-operation/) - São Paulo now has the second-largest electric bus fleet in Latin America and, together with more than 80 cities, is helping avoid an estimated 10 million tonnes of CO? emissions every year. Cities across Latin America have reached the historic milestone of 10,000 electric buses in operation, according to consolidated data from E-Bus Radar announced by C40
- [Help Victoria’s Malleefowl – watch the movie](https://econews.com.au/help-victorias-malleefowl-watch-the-movie/) - The Victorian Malleefowl Recovery Group (VMRG) is screening this movie to help grow its volunteer base and raise money for Malleefowl conservation. Dates for Premieres and links to tickets are as follows:- Place Venue Date Time Ticket Link Mildura Mildura Arts Centre 2 August 2026 2-4pm Mildura tickets Perth Luna Leederville 14 August 2026 6.30-8.30
- [Birrarung Riverfest returns with comedian Sammy J to lead the celebrations of the Yarra (Birrarung) River](https://econews.com.au/birrarung-riverfest-returns-with-comedian-sammy-j-to-lead-the-celebrations-of-the-yarra-birrarung-river/) - Flowtilla for the Future Birrarung Riverfest will return in 2026 from 27 September (World Rivers Day) to 18 October, inviting Victorians to discover, explore, connect and care for one of the state’s most important waterways, the Yarra (Birrarung) River. Now in its fourth year, Riverfest – presented by the Yarra Riverkeeper Association – brings together artists, educators, environmental
- [In an industry first, Australia’s customer-owned banks collaborate on potential climate impacts](https://econews.com.au/in-an-industry-first-australias-customer-owned-banks-collaborate-on-potential-climate-impacts/) - A group of Australian customer-owned banks have come together for the sector’s first collective climate scenario analysis to understand how climate change could reshape their business and their customers’ lives, and how to build long-term resilience against these risks. Fluctuations in household income and employment – influenced by climate shifts, insurance costs, and the economic
- [The Nature Conservancy launches 2026 Oceania Photo Contest](https://econews.com.au/the-nature-conservancy-launches-2026-oceania-photo-contest/) - Oceania Photo Contest 2025 Grand Prize Winner: “Tauhi”, © Miesa Grobbelaar. A diver frees a humpback whale entangled in a rusted chain. The Nature Conservancy Australia Key facts: TNC Australia has opened entries for its 2026 Oceania Photo Contest This is the third year for the contest, which aims to connect people with nature and
- [Relief for recovering Reef as monsoon cools waters](https://econews.com.au/relief-for-recovering-reef-as-monsoon-cools-waters/) - An AIMS scientist conducts a manta tow survey over corals on the Great Barrier Reef. Image: LTMP Australian Institute of Marine Science Key facts: * A late summer monsoon in 2026 brought the Great Barrier Reef a reprieve from unfolding coral bleaching. * Coral cover across all three regions of the Reef increased slightly or
- [FED SQUARE’S FREE SUSTAINABILITY FESTIVAL, RESET, IS BACK WITH FEEL-GOOD FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY](https://econews.com.au/fed-squares-free-sustainability-festival-reset-is-back-with-feel-good-fun-for-the-whole-family/) - Paper Planet returns to Fed Square for RESET in 2026 Fed Square’s RESET – a free festival for grounding and growing – returns in 2026, bringing together artists, environmental leaders, community organisations and families for a season of practical action, creative participation and greener living. Kicking off at Fed Square this Spring, the fourth annual RESET
- [GLOBAL LEADERS TO CONVENE IN WESTERN AUSTRALIA FOR ‘GLOBAL CITIZEN NOW: PERTH’ AHEAD OF COP31 TO HELP EXPAND CLEAN ENERGY TO 4 MILLION HOMES](https://econews.com.au/global-leaders-to-convene-in-western-australia-for-global-citizen-now-perth-ahead-of-cop31-to-help-expand-clean-energy-to-4-million-homes/) - Alex Pearce Global Citizen’s Action Summit to Take Place 18–20 October to Strengthen Energy Security Across APAC and the World Global Citizen NOW: Perth to feature President José Ramos-Horta; Prime Minister Gaston Browne; Hon. Roger Cook; Kevin Rudd; Alex Pearce; Fatih Birol and Amina J. Mohammed Summit marks the culmination of Global Citizen’s year-long effort
- [Amazon and the Australian River Restoration Centre collaborate to restore waterways that supply Greater Sydney’s drinking water](https://econews.com.au/amazon-and-the-australian-river-restoration-centre-collaborate-to-restore-waterways-that-supply-greater-sydneys-drinking-water/) - Ten-year project will tackle invasive willows, erosion and livestock pollution along the Coxs River, with the aim of returning nearly 400 million litres of water a year to Sydney’s drinking water catchments Amazon has announced a ten-year collaboration with the Australian River Restoration Centre (ARRC), a national not-for-profit, to restore a degraded stretch of the
- [Scorching summers and heatwaves linked to poorer mental health in children](https://econews.com.au/scorching-summers-and-heatwaves-linked-to-poorer-mental-health-in-children/) - Associate Professor Jacqueline Stephens As record-breaking heat grips communities worldwide and Australia prepares for an intense El Niño summer, new research provides the first global review linking high temperatures and heatwaves to poorer mental health in children and young people. Published in the International Journal of Epidemiology, the findings show that adverse mental health outcomes increase
- [Butterflies worldwide are on the move as the climate warms](https://econews.com.au/butterflies-worldwide-are-on-the-move-as-the-climate-warms/) - Junonia villida, image credit Dr Shawan Chowdhury Monash University Monash?led research has revealed that one in ten butterfly species globally has shifted its distribution range, with climate change and extreme weather driving nearly 80 per cent of documented movements. The study, the largest of its kind, analysed 6,182 range?shift records for 1,758 species across 105
- [The whole world’s singing about the Eastern Rosella… here’s where to see them (and their cheeky cousin!)](https://econews.com.au/the-whole-worlds-singing-about-the-eastern-rosella-heres-where-to-see-them-and-their-cheeky-cousin/) - Scenic Rim Viral bird song shines spotlight on one of the Scenic Rim’s most colourful locals (and it’s cousin) Look at their beautiful colours ……. One minute it was a seven-year-old boy singing about a bird he spotted on holidays. Next minute it’s gone viral around the world. Seven-year-old Miles Phillips’ catchy song Eastern Rosellas has racked
- [EV Surge Continues: Battery Electric Sales More Than Triple Year-on-Year](https://econews.com.au/ev-surge-continues-battery-electric-sales-more-than-triple-year-on-year/) - Electric Vehicle Council CEO Julie Delvecchio Electric Vehicle Council Almost one in three new passenger, SUV and light-commercial vehicles sold in Australia during July was electric, with combined battery-electric and plug-in hybrid sales reaching a record 32.2% of new car sales. Australians purchased 23,510 battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) alone in July, 22.3% of all sales –
- [New research challenges long-held belief that dodos were ‘bird brains’](https://econews.com.au/new-research-challenges-long-held-belief-that-dodos-were-bird-brains/) - (courtesy University of Lethbridge) The Mauritian dodo – a global symbol of human-caused extinction, and one of the world’s largest pigeons – may not have deserved its reputation as silly simpleton and may have been the only member of its group to live in the dark. An international study, led by Canada’s University of Lethbridge Iwaniuk
- [Built on their own terms. Now Into The Wild Escapes is ready to scale.](https://econews.com.au/built-on-their-own-terms-now-into-the-wild-escapes-is-ready-to-scale/) - Australia’s largest home-grown off-grid eco-accommodation operator appoints former Tourism Australia CEO Andrew McEvoy as incoming Chairman to assist with strategic and capital options to unlock a national pipeline of more than 500 cabins. Into The Wild Escapes has appointed Andrew McEvoy, former Managing Director and CEO of Tourism Australia and current Director of Destination NSW
- [Altona Recycled Water Plant tours reveal unique histories](https://econews.com.au/altona-recycled-water-plant-tours-reveal-unique-histories/) - Janine Franzi, Gail Franzi and Greater Western Water guide and Senior Team Leader Southern Recycled Water Operations, Annmarie Tracey, on the tour of A Forest For Australia at Altona Recycled Water Plant as part of Open House Melbourne. Greater Western Water Members of the first family to live onsite at Altona Recycled Water Plant (RWP)
- [BOI at 60: Building an Investment Foundation, Powering a Sustainable New Economy](https://econews.com.au/boi-at-60-building-an-investment-foundation-powering-a-sustainable-new-economy/) - For six decades, the Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) has been a central architect of Thailand’s economic landscape, translating national ambition into sustained industrial growth. Established in 1966, the BOI’s enduring legacy is defined by institutional foresight and policy adaptability, evolving from laying the groundwork for import-substitution industries in its early years to becoming a
- [New Environmental Behaviours Report reveals what’s driving Queenslanders to recycle](https://econews.com.au/new-environmental-behaviours-report-reveals-whats-driving-queenslanders-to-recycle/) - Keeping Queensland beautiful is more than a slogan for container recyclers, with new research showing protecting the environment is the number one reason people participate in Containers for Change. Research commissioned by Container Exchange (COEX), the not-for-profit that runs Containers for Change, and conducted by Veracity found reducing litter and landfill outweighs financial incentives as
- [Drought-hardy ryegrass raises new weed management challenge for Australian grain growers](https://econews.com.au/drought-hardy-ryegrass-raises-new-weed-management-challenge-for-australian-grain-growers/) - Ryegrass on the fenceline of a cropping field La Trobe University A study by La Trobe University researchers has found annual ryegrass, the most damaging weed in Australian grain systems, can adjust its growth and reproduction to survive under drought stress, making it potentially harder to manage as climate conditions become more variable. Annual ryegrass (Lolium rigidum) has evolved into the
- [Carbon set to become Northern Australia’s next major economic pillar](https://econews.com.au/carbon-set-to-become-northern-australias-next-major-economic-pillar/) - Bam Ban Springs From the Top End to the Kimberley and Cape York, Indigenous-led carbon projects are creating jobs, investment and long-term economic opportunity as leaders gather in Alice Springs. As government, industry and Indigenous leaders prepare to gather in Alice Springs for the Developing Northern Australia Conference, Corporate Carbon Group is calling for greater recognition
- [Acclaimed Australian artist Ben Quilty announced as Ambassador for Nature](https://econews.com.au/acclaimed-australian-artist-ben-quilty-announced-as-ambassador-for-nature/) - TNC Australia’s new Ambassador, celebrated artist Ben Quilty. Australia’s landscapes are at a tipping point prompting one of the country’s most influential artists to step forward in support of large-scale conservation. The Nature Conservancy (TNC) Australia has announced celebrated contemporary artist Ben Quilty, as its first Ambassador. A leading voice in the nation’s art community, Quilty
- [Butterfly numbers soar as habitat restoration pays off](https://econews.com.au/butterfly-numbers-soar-as-habitat-restoration-pays-off/) - ECB – Credit Elaine Bayes, Wetland Revival Trust One of Victoria’s rarest butterflies is making a remarkable comeback in Melbourne’s north-east, with new surveys revealing a surge in endangered Eltham Copper Butterfly larvae numbers and signs the species is spreading into newly restored habitat. Annual surveys by ecological specialists Wildlife & Ecology, at a Yarra Valley Water site in Eltham,
- [AUSTRALIA’S BIGGEST OUTBACK MUSIC FESTIVAL SELLS OUT](https://econews.com.au/australias-biggest-outback-music-festival-sells-out/) - Broken Hill Mundi Mundi Bash, August 20–22, 2026 Less than a month from lights up, the 2026 Broken Hill Mundi Mundi Bash, Australia’s biggest Outback music festival, has officially sold out. “It’s exciting to announce that we’re at capacity – with nearly 15,000 people set to rock the Outback this month. Thousands of these travellers
- [Mars veggie patch. Real CSI jobs. Orchids ‘liked’ to death. Missing Universe. Science Week in WA](https://econews.com.au/mars-veggie-patch-real-csi-jobs-orchids-liked-to-death-missing-universe-science-week-in-wa/) - Kings Park Noongar Rickeeta Walley National Science Week Western Australian launch 5:00–7:30pm Tuesday 4 August at Kings Park and Botanic Garden National Science Week kicks off in WA with an event exploring the ‘Seeds of Science’. Launch event with: Professor Sharath Sriram, Chief Scientist of WA Professor Josh Byrne, environmental scientist, Dean of Sustainable Futures at Curtin
- [Possum rediscovery highlights 35 years of conservation success](https://econews.com.au/possum-rediscovery-highlights-35-years-of-conservation-success/) - Western Pygmy Possum sits on the thumb of an ecologist. © Brad Leue Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) received a tiny yet remarkable 35th birthday present, with the capture of a Western Pygmy Possum at Karakamia Wildlife Sanctuary, the organisation’s first sanctuary. It was the first capture of the species since the late 90s, and a wonderful testament to the dedicated
- [Citizen science events to map health of snow gum forests](https://econews.com.au/citizen-science-events-to-map-health-of-snow-gum-forests/) - Friends of the Earth This August, hundreds of community members across Victoria, NSW and the ACT will hike, snow shoe and ski to save Snow Gums: the iconic tree of the Australian Alps. Friends of the Earth is coordinating citizen science events to map the health status of Snow Gum woodlands at 20 + snowsport
- [Registrations Now Open for The Great Spring Clean Up](https://econews.com.au/registrations-now-open-for-the-great-spring-clean-up/) - Clean Up Australia calls on Aussies to reconnect with the places we live, work and play, and help protect waterways and wildlife from the harm caused by litter. The Great Spring Clean Up is set to return this year, running nationwide throughout September and October, and registrations are now open. As spring arrives, Clean Up
- [Rare chance to have your say on Australia’s marine parks](https://econews.com.au/rare-chance-to-have-your-say-on-australias-marine-parks/) - The Triangle dive site, Lord Howe Island © Antonia Cooper WWF-Australia The federal government today opened consultation on the review of management plans for most of the nation’s commonwealth marine parks. “This is a rare, once-in-a-decade opportunity for Australians to have a say on the protection of our unique ocean areas and the turtles, whales and other
- [Smart and Greenfleet commit to native revegetation and carbon offset project at Lake Alexandrina in South Australia](https://econews.com.au/smart-and-greenfleet-commit-to-native-revegetation-and-carbon-offset-project-at-lake-alexandrina-in-south-australia/) - Lake Alexandrina site Australia’s leading salary packaging and novated leasing provider, Smart, today announced a commitment of almost $1 million towards environmental restoration in South Australia over the next decade, to be funded through customer contributions to its Carbon Offset Program. Smart’s long-time environmental partner Greenfleet has purchased 40 hectares of cleared agricultural land at Lake
- [Latest proposal to dump carbon pollution near Scott Reef sparks renewed scrutiny of offshore carbon storage](https://econews.com.au/latest-proposal-to-dump-carbon-pollution-near-scott-reef-sparks-renewed-scrutiny-of-offshore-carbon-storage/) - Location: Scott Reef WA Image credit: Nush Freedman Photography The project area in Woodside’s revised Browse Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) proposal is only six kilometres from Scott Reef, one of Australia’s most ecologically significant marine environments The proposal would require decades of seismic blasting to monitor carbon under the sea floor, resulting in long-term
- [BioPak commits to planting almost 60,000 trees through partnership with veritree](https://econews.com.au/biopak-commits-to-planting-almost-60000-trees-through-partnership-with-veritree/) - BioPak has today announced a new partnership with verified restoration platform veritree, committing to fund almost 60,000 verified trees over the next 18 months to support ecosystem restoration projects in British Columbia, Canada, and Tanzania. Through veritree’s technology platform, every planting session is monitored and verified using real-time field data, enabling BioPak to track restoration outcomes across biodiversity,
- [Intrepid backs major Kenya reforestation project](https://econews.com.au/intrepid-backs-major-kenya-reforestation-project/) - Credit: Intrepid Travel. Travellers will soon have the opportunity to help restore one of East Africa’s most important ecosystems as part of selected Intrepid itineraries Intrepid Travel is expanding its commitment to responsible travel in East Africa by supporting a major reforestation project in Kenya’s Mau Forest, with plans to plant 20,000 native trees over
- [Epson selected for inclusion in the FTSE4Good Index Series for the 23rd consecutive year](https://econews.com.au/epson-selected-for-inclusion-in-the-ftse4good-index-series-for-the-23rd-consecutive-year/) - Epson Experience Centre, Yennora, NSW Recognised for initiatives that contribute to social sustainability and corporate value Epson has been selected for inclusion in the FTSE4Good Index Series designed by FTSE Russell, a London Stock Exchange Group company. This marks the 23rd consecutive year that Epson has been selected. Under its long-term corporate vision “ENGINEERED FUTURE
- [MCi Carbon and Hatch announce collaboration to support commercial deployment of mineral carbonation technology](https://econews.com.au/mci-carbon-and-hatch-announce-collaboration-to-support-commercial-deployment-of-mineral-carbonation-technology/) - MCi Carbon is pleased to announce a collaboration with Hatch to support the engineering, technoeconomic assessment and commercial deployment pathways for MCi’s mineral carbonation technology. Hatch is a global engineering, project delivery and consulting firm with extensive experience supporting major industrial projects and emerging decarbonisation technologies. Through the collaboration, Hatch will support MCi in the development of
- [Neoen doubles size of Goyder Battery after signing two 15-year capacity contracts in South Australia](https://econews.com.au/neoen-doubles-size-of-goyder-battery-after-signing-two-15-year-capacity-contracts-in-south-australia/) - Neoen has been awarded two 15-year contracts in South Australia’s inaugural Firm Energy Reliability Mechanism tender The two 75 MW / 8-hour capacity services contracts will be delivered by Stages 1 and 2 of Goyder Battery (454 MW / 1,814 MWh) located in the State’s Mid North Neoen provided notices to proceed to Tesla and
- [Igneo Infrastructure Partners launches Vertis Energy to target business energy opportunity hiding on Australian rooftops](https://econews.com.au/igneo-infrastructure-partners-launches-vertis-energy-to-target-business-energy-opportunity-hiding-on-australian-rooftops/) - Jason Willoughby Platform led by former Squadron Energy CEO Jason Willoughby enters market with 46MW operating portfolio across 240 Australian sites Australian businesses are leaving a strategic cost-control opportunity on the roof, with commercial and industrial solar uptake lagging household adoption despite businesses consuming more electricity. Vertis Energy, owned by Igneo Infrastructure Partners, is launching to target
- [Boroondara takes over management of Fritsch Holzer sportsground](https://econews.com.au/boroondara-takes-over-management-of-fritsch-holzer-sportsground/) - Fritsch Holzer Oval The City of Boroondara will take over management of the sportsground and pavilion in Fritsch Holzer Park under a two-year trial agreement with the Victorian Department of Education. The demand for sportsgrounds in Boroondara is high, and Council management of this ground and pavilion provides more opportunities for local sporting clubs and
- [NSW Right to Charge reforms to unlock EV charging demand, amid ongoing cost, skills and regulatory challenges.](https://econews.com.au/nsw-right-to-charge-reforms-to-unlock-ev-charging-demand-amid-ongoing-cost-skills-and-regulatory-challenges/) - Schneider Electric’s 2026 Energy Tech Pulse Survey found upfront capital costs, skills shortages and regulatory complexity remain the biggest barriers to energy infrastructure investment NSW Right to Charge reforms will make it easier for strata owners and apartment residents to approve and install EV chargers, removing a key barrier to electrification Schneider Electric and Electrify
- [New feral pig control regulation in NSW a landmark biosecurity step](https://econews.com.au/new-feral-pig-control-regulation-in-nsw-a-landmark-biosecurity-step/) - Feral pigs Credit: Craig ONeal The Invasive Species Council has welcomed the NSW government’s decision to issue a General Biosecurity Direction for pig control, requiring public and private landholders in the Walgett region to participate in a coordinated feral pig eradication program, with landholders who fail to comply facing fines of up to $220,000 for
- [Pangolin Deepens Commitment to Energy and Electrification with Appointment of PPA Expert Robbert Slooten](https://econews.com.au/pangolin-deepens-commitment-to-energy-and-electrification-with-appointment-of-ppa-expert-robbert-slooten/) - Robbert Slooten Australia’s energy transition is gathering pace. Renewable energy now supplies more than 40% of electricity across Australia’s major grids, with the Federal Government targeting 82% renewable electricity by 2030 as part of its broader emissions reduction agenda. Reaching that target will require significant investment, with industry forecasts estimating around 100 TWh of additional
- [Global battery energy storage installed capacity to rise sixfold by 2030, forecasts GlobalData](https://econews.com.au/global-battery-energy-storage-installed-capacity-to-rise-sixfold-by-2030-forecasts-globaldata/) - The global battery energy storage system (BESS) capacity is expected to continue to rise to manage growing demand from electrification, industry, and AI/data centers. Moreover, higher proportion of wind and solar increases intra-day variability, imbalance, and curtailment that batteries can mitigate economically. BESS additions are also driven by declining lithium-ion costs, stronger supply chains, and
- [Plico Future Fund supports seven grassroots sustainability projects across WA, VIC and NSW](https://econews.com.au/plico-future-fund-supports-seven-grassroots-sustainability-projects-across-wa-vic-and-nsw/) - Grants span Conservation, Sustainability and Innovation categories, backing initiatives from habitat restoration to community energy resilience Plico has announced the recipients of the first 2026 round of its Plico Future Fund of more than $60,000, with seven community organisations across Western Australia, New South Wales and Victoria receiving grants to deliver local sustainability, conservation and resilience projects.
- [Heat-seeking drones target canopy koalas](https://econews.com.au/heat-seeking-drones-target-canopy-koalas/) - Nightvision Ecology Director Stephen Mahony launches his drone at Awaba Thermal-imaging drones are revealing new koala hotspots across Lake Macquarie as Council harnesses technology to better understand local populations of the iconic marsupial. Lake Macquarie City Council has engaged locally based Nightvision Ecology to survey more than 600ha of bush around Awaba, Toronto, and Dora
- [Australia Post celebrates impact-led businesses at the 2026 ORIAS](https://econews.com.au/australia-post-celebrates-impact-led-businesses-at-the-2026-orias/) - Sustainability Impact Award Winner: Nakie The future of Australian eCommerce was on display at the 2026 Australia Post Online Retail Industry Awards (ORIAS), with three businesses recognised for their contribution to innovation, sustainability and inclusion across the eCommerce sector. The winners across the three Australia Post Impact Award categories include: Small Business Innovation Award: Mr Pool Man Sustainability Award: Nakie Diversity &
- [Magnetic invention removes ‘invisible’ microplastics plus some PFAS](https://econews.com.au/magnetic-invention-removes-invisible-microplastics-plus-some-pfas/) - Professor Nicky Eshtiaghi holds a vial containing the team’s magnetic adsorbent material designed to remove microplastics, nanoplastics, some PFAS and other contaminants from wastewater. RMIT University Key facts: Superior performance compared with existing approaches to remove multiple contaminants from wastewater: – Removed more than 95% of micro and nanoplastics in laboratory testing.
- [When disaster strikes, communities already know what works. So why don’t we listen better?](https://econews.com.au/when-disaster-strikes-communities-already-know-what-works-so-why-dont-we-listen-better/) - Professor David Sanderson and Laura Cimilio from the HowWeSurvive project. UNSW Sydney As disasters become more frequent and complex, new research shows the most valuable insights may already exist within the communities most affected. Across Australia, communities repeatedly hit by bushfires, floods and cyclones are building a deep, practical understanding of how to prepare for
- [More tree cover linked to better mental health in older Australians](https://econews.com.au/more-tree-cover-linked-to-better-mental-health-in-older-australians/) - Credit: Adobe Stock UNSW Sydney Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing (CHeBA) Long-term study suggests greener neighbourhoods may help reduce depressive symptoms in later life Living in neighbourhoods with more tree canopy may help protect against depression in older age, according to new research from UNSW Sydney’s Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing (CHeBA) conducted in collaboration
- [Landmark victory as plans for world’s first octopus farm withdrawn](https://econews.com.au/landmark-victory-as-plans-for-worlds-first-octopus-farm-withdrawn/) - Plans to build the world’s first commercial octopus farm in Gran Canaria, Spain, have been scrapped, in a major victory for octopuses and the global animal welfare movement. Plans by Spanish company Nueva Pescanova to farm one million octopuses per year were leaked in 2023, sparking widespread concern among scientists and animal welfare organisations. Octopuses
- [Experiencing the Energy Transition: Sungrow Australia Opens New Solar & Battery Experience Hub](https://econews.com.au/experiencing-the-energy-transition-sungrow-australia-opens-new-solar-battery-experience-hub/) - By Jonathan Raymond EcoNews.com.au Australia’s clean energy transition has entered a new phase. As rooftop solar becomes mainstream and home battery storage moves rapidly from early adoption towards the mass market, one of the industry’s biggest challenges is no longer technology—it’s helping consumers understand how increasingly sophisticated energy systems actually work. Sungrow Australia believes the
- [Cameras on whale sharks reveal they are the snackers of the sea](https://econews.com.au/cameras-on-whale-sharks-reveal-they-are-the-snackers-of-the-sea/) - A whale shark pictured at Ningaloo Reef (Credit: © AIMS | Andre Rerekura) Australian Institute of Marine Science Key facts: Research led by the Australian Institute of Marine Science and Murdoch University has identified 36 whale shark behaviours using camera footage and a review of around 100 journal articles, representing the most comprehensive catalogue ever
- [575,000 wildlife records added to Australia’s national database](https://econews.com.au/575000-wildlife-records-added-to-australias-national-database/) - Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) has made a huge number of wildlife records available to the public through the Atlas of Living Australia (ALA), Australia’s national biodiversity data infrastructure. The data deposit represents a major contribution to the Atlas, including valuable records of threatened species and information from remote and under-represented parts of Australia. With the help of a
- [Lunio Energy’s first Australian utility-scale battery begins trading with OptiGrid](https://econews.com.au/lunio-energys-first-australian-utility-scale-battery-begins-trading-with-optigrid/) - Strathalbyn BESS Lunio Energy, a utility-scale battery developer, has successfully commissioned its first Australian battery energy storage system (BESS) in South Australia with OptiGrid, an Australian battery optimisation and trading intelligence platform that is built for the National Electricity Market (NEM). The 20MWh BESS in Strathalbyn, South Australia is now participating in the NEM using OptiGrid’s
- [Australia Post accelerates shift to electric fleet](https://econews.com.au/australia-post-accelerates-shift-to-electric-fleet/) - Australia Post accelerates electric fleet $40.5 million Federal Government investment supports trucks, vans and charging infrastructure rollout Australia Post will expand the country’s largest electric delivery fleet, adding electric trucks and vans to its network and reducing future reliance on diesel fuel. Supported by a one-off $40.5 million investment from the Federal Government, the rollout
- [Agriculture continues to drive up NSW land clearing](https://econews.com.au/agriculture-continues-to-drive-up-nsw-land-clearing/) - Land clearing for beef on the Northern Tablelands of NSW. NSW government data released on Tuesday shows land clearing, primarily for agriculture, has again increased across the state, with the Australian Conservation Foundation condemning it as a “broken promise” from the Minns Government. The latest Statewide Landcover and Tree Study (SLATS) shows clearing increased from 66,498 hectares in 2023 to more
- [Acoustic superheroes: how seals mastered hearing on land and at sea](https://econews.com.au/acoustic-superheroes-how-seals-mastered-hearing-on-land-and-at-sea/) - The earliest eared seals, such as the 10 million-year-old Pithanotaria starii, improved their amphibious hearing abilities. Their in-air hearing was especially acute. Image creadit: Jamie Bran Monash University New research from an international team of scientists has identified how a specialised tissue in the ears of seals enables them to hear both underwater and on
- [DETPAK opens US manufacturing facility in SPARTANBURG, SOUTH CAROLINA](https://econews.com.au/detpak-opens-us-manufacturing-facility-in-spartanburg-south-carolina/) - Global packaging supplier Detpak has opened a new manufacturing facility in Spartanburg, South Carolina, strengthening its ability to support major Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) customers with locally produced, paper-based packaging solutions. Detpak is a trusted packaging partner to some of the world’s largest and most recognizable QSR, foodservice, Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) and retail
- [Fugro supports Tasmania’s largest bridge project to improve safety and connectivity](https://econews.com.au/fugro-supports-tasmanias-largest-bridge-project-to-improve-safety-and-connectivity/) - O-cell load testing on-site in Tasmania. Fugro supports McConnell Dowell and project partners on the New Bridgewater Bridge Project in Tasmania, Australia’s largest transport infrastructure development. The 1.28?kilometre bridge will replace the existing lift?span bridge over the River Derwent, providing a modern and reliable crossing that connects key freight and passenger routes. Fugro is proud
- [The Great Barrier Reef is changing. Why isn’t it on UNESCO’s ‘in danger’ list?](https://econews.com.au/the-great-barrier-reef-is-changing-why-isnt-it-on-unescos-in-danger-list/) - Heron Island Photo: Richard Freeman, UNSW Sydney UNSW Sydney The Great Barrier Reef has again avoided being placed on UNESCO’s list of World Heritage in Danger, five years after Australia successfully opposed an earlier recommendation it be placed on the list. The draft decision, now before this week’s World Heritage Committee meeting in Busan, South Korea, recognises Australia’s investment in reef management
- [1 in 2 Solar Faults Don’t Return After a Single Inspection](https://econews.com.au/1-in-2-solar-faults-dont-return-after-a-single-inspection/) - Industrias data shows what proactive maintenance delivers, and how many systems are missing it. Industrias, Australia’s leading commercial solar and battery maintenance specialist, has released inspection data showing that almost one in four solar systems inspected contains at least one fault serious enough to affect performance or safety. The finding comes as millions of distributed
- [Dame Judi Dench and stars urge end to Iceland’s whale slaughter](https://econews.com.au/dame-judi-dench-and-stars-urge-end-to-icelands-whale-slaughter/) - The first whales processed in Hvalfjörður Iceland during summer 2026 whale hunt. Photo: Micah Garen / Four Corners Media. Humane World for Animals Australia Dame Judi Dench and a host of other high-profile stars have written a letter urging Iceland to ban whale hunting, expressing their “deep sadness” that 18 fin whales have been slaughtered
- [Solar breakthrough cuts scarce metal, bringing cheaper clean energy closer to market](https://econews.com.au/solar-breakthrough-cuts-scarce-metal-bringing-cheaper-clean-energy-closer-to-market/) - The research team’s commercially sized indium-free tandem solar cell, which achieved a certified efficiency of 31 per cent using abundant tin oxide in place of scarce indium. Image: Monash University Monash University An international team of researchers has built the first high-performance, commercially sized tandem solar cell that doesn’t rely on the scarce and expensive
- [Accountability for impacts is essential to secure a nature-positive future](https://econews.com.au/accountability-for-impacts-is-essential-to-secure-a-nature-positive-future/) - Tomoo Machiba, Vice Chair of the GRI GSSB, with Astrid Schomaker, UN Convention on Biological Diversity Executive Secretary, in Kumamoto Japan. GRI and its GSSB back ‘Kumamoto Declaration’ and the call for urgent, coordinated action to meet global biodiversity targets GRI has joined 85 signatories in endorsing the Kumamoto Declaration, a global call to accelerate action
- [Local tradies celebrated as Solahart kicks off first-ever ‘Solahart Tradie Recognition Day’](https://econews.com.au/local-tradies-celebrated-as-solahart-kicks-off-first-ever-solahart-tradie-recognition-day/) - Solahart Fraser Coast Tradies recognised nationwide as solar demand surges across Australia Tradies across Australia are being recognised as part of Solahart’s inaugural Solahart Tradie Recognition Day – a national initiative acknowledging the essential role these skilled professionals play in helping households transition to solar and smart energy solutions. Held on Friday 3 July 2026,
- [Retiree dilemma: Older Aussies missing out on energy savings as power bills rise](https://econews.com.au/retiree-dilemma-older-aussies-missing-out-on-energy-savings-as-power-bills-rise/) - Chief Operating Officer David Sedighi Energy experts are warning thousands of baby boomers could be missing out on cheaper power bills, with concerns about upfront costs and payback periods preventing many from embracing home battery technology. Leading Energy Solutions provider VoltX Energy Chief Operating Officer David Sedighi said a growing number of Australians aged over 60 were
- [Smart Glasses tech helping solve critical skilled technician shortage](https://econews.com.au/smart-glasses-tech-helping-solve-critical-skilled-technician-shortage/) - AI-enabled augmented reality (AR) smart glasses are emerging as a new practical solution to fill a shortage of field service technicians maintaining on-location equipment across industries from automotive and medical to complex machinery. The AI-enabled AR wearable headset effectively becomes the “eyes” of a field service technician, allowing less experienced workers in remote or complex
- [Climate reporting is exposing a problem bigger than emissions](https://econews.com.au/climate-reporting-is-exposing-a-problem-bigger-than-emissions/) - By Lisa Zembrodt, Principal and Senior Director, Schneider Electric Many Australian businesses are entering the next phase of climate reporting in survival mode. Inflation remains above target, energy and transport costs are still putting pressure on operating budgets, and economic growth has been modest. Annual inflation was 4 per cent in May 2026 and GDP
- [Network of Australian property owners committing their land to habitat preservation reaches 1,000 members](https://econews.com.au/network-of-australian-property-owners-committing-their-land-to-habitat-preservation-reaches-1000-members/) - Photo credit: Josh Baker Humane World for Animals Australia Humane World for Animals Australia’s Wildlife Land Trust program has welcomed its 1000th member property—this major milestone brings the total area protected to 96,500 hectares. The Wildlife Land Trust (WLT) program, a network of Australian property owners committing their land to habitat preservation, began in 2007 and
- [Nuveen and CalSTRS form $2 billion strategic partnership to finance sustainable infrastructure investments](https://econews.com.au/nuveen-and-calstrs-form-2-billion-strategic-partnership-to-finance-sustainable-infrastructure-investments/) - Don Dimitrievich, Global Head of Nuveen Energy Infrastructure Credit CalSTRS to anchor Nuveen’s energy & power infrastructure credit strategy providing scale to meet generational demand for clean, affordable and secure energy and critical infrastructure Nuveen, a global investment leader managing $1.4 trillion in public and private assets worldwide, today announced a strategic partnership with the
- [Oceania’s First Voices leaders unite in Canberra to prepare for COP31](https://econews.com.au/oceanias-first-voices-leaders-unite-in-canberra-to-prepare-for-cop31/) - Oceania’s First Voices leaders in Canberra this week. Front row left to right: Kesaya Baba – WWF Australia; Alfred Ralifo – WWF Pacific; Talei Silibaravi – Macuata, Fiji; Nat Burke – WWF Australia; Anahera Nin – Pou Take `Ahuarangi of the National Iwi Chair Forum, Aotearoa; Kesaia Vasutoga – WWF Australia Back row left to
- [SiteHive plugs the missing piece in environmental monitoring – weather](https://econews.com.au/sitehive-plugs-the-missing-piece-in-environmental-monitoring-weather/) - SiteHive Weather Changes in climate are expected to increase the frequency and intensity of weather conditions that impact construction projects*. As weather patterns become more variable and environmental expectations continue to grow, construction and infrastructure projects need more than monitoring data – they need the context to understand it. To provide those insights, Australian environmental
- [Schneider Electric Innovation Day 2026 to explore the future of AI-ready infrastructure and ecosystem-led innovation](https://econews.com.au/schneider-electric-innovation-day-2026-to-explore-the-future-of-ai-ready-infrastructure-and-ecosystem-led-innovation/) - Schneider Electric Innovation Day 2026 explores how organisations can respond to the new energy landscape, accelerating digitisation and an increasingly complex global market through smarter technology ecosystems. Showcasing how AI-ready, connected and sustainable digital infrastructure can help businesses improve agility, intelligence and long-term profitability. Demonstrates the role of interoperability, visibility and ecosystem partnerships in delivering
- [Applications now open for Return and Earn bin baskets for NSW councils](https://econews.com.au/applications-now-open-for-return-and-earn-bin-baskets-for-nsw-councils/) - A Return and Earn bin basket in Batemans Bay Return and Earn NSW councils are invited to apply for the latest round of the Return and Earn bin baskets program, which is helping keep bottles, cans and cartons out of landfill and into the hands of eager recyclers. The simple but innovative solution to recycling
- [Melbourne has its own grassland bullant and it’s clinging on at just eight known sites](https://econews.com.au/melbourne-has-its-own-grassland-bullant-and-its-clinging-on-at-just-eight-known-sites/) - Credit: Ian Smith Victorian National Parks Association Grassland bullants?Myrmecia nobilis?live in the native grasslands of Melbourne. Less than 0.5% of the native grasslands that once stretched from the Yarra River to the South Australian border survive. Victorian National Parks Association’s (VNPA)?Melbourne‘s Grassland Bullant?report is the first dedicated study of these rare ants. ‘I was amazed when I first heard about Myrmecia nobilis, I had never imagined there
- [AASB S2 just made your CFO accountable for the numbers you’ve been chasing alone](https://econews.com.au/aasb-s2-just-made-your-cfo-accountable-for-the-numbers-youve-been-chasing-alone/) - Sam Riley, Co-Founder and CEO at Drova It also means more attention from the top, more urgency, and for the sustainability teams leading this work well, a growing list of efficiency wins the whole business can see. By Sam Riley, Co-Founder and CEO at Drova The first time you reconcile a company’s energy, water and
- [New brand and communications consultancy launches to help environmental organisations grow their impact](https://econews.com.au/new-brand-and-communications-consultancy-launches-to-help-environmental-organisations-grow-their-impact/) - Emma Green Founded by former agency and not-for-profit marketing leader Emma Green, Better Ground helps environmental and social impact organisations communicate more effectively Better Ground, a new consultancy launching today, is giving environmental and purpose-led organisations a flexible way to access senior brand and communications expertise and creative resources. Founded by Emma Green, former Director
- [On-farm renewables bolster Aussie farmers’ energy security amid fuel and fertiliser crisis.](https://econews.com.au/on-farm-renewables-bolster-aussie-farmers-energy-security-amid-fuel-and-fertiliser-crisis/) - National Renewables in Agriculture Conference and Expo Australian farming businesses are facing pressures from a fuel and fertiliser crisis, rising costs, volatile commodity prices, labour shortages and increasingly variable weather conditions. At the same time, agriculture is being asked to play a larger role in Australia’s energy transition. Farmers will get the chance to discuss these
- [Actus Nutrition Achieves Certified B Corporation™ Status](https://econews.com.au/actus-nutrition-achieves-certified-b-corporation-status/) - Actus Nutrition achieves Certified B Corporation status. Actus Nutrition Certification reinforces Actus Nutrition’s commitment to responsible manufacturing, strong communities, and long-term stakeholder value. Actus Nutrition today announced that it has achieved Certified B Corporation status, joining a global community of businesses that value social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency. For more than 80 years,
- [Upgrading alarm systems for critical industries](https://econews.com.au/upgrading-alarm-systems-for-critical-industries/) - ~ OMNI16R replaces ageing infrastructure enabling safe operation~ To help operators in critical industries such as oil and gas, nuclear and power generation upgrade their alarm systems, Omniflex is supporting the transition from legacy CSA alarm annunciators to its modern OMNI16R platform. This allows the upgrade of ageing alarm infrastructure, such as MPAS 90 and SA9100, while
- [First-ever koala chlamydia vaccine implant inserted into a wild koala](https://econews.com.au/first-ever-koala-chlamydia-vaccine-implant-inserted-into-a-wild-koala/) - Bamse is the first wild koala to receive a chlamydia vaccine implant © Currumbin Wildlife Hospital WWF-Australia Calls for a vaccination roll out in South East Queensland In what’s been hailed as a “massive breakthrough”, a chlamydia vaccine implant has been administered to a wild koala for the first time. This is the only koala
- [HX and University of Tasmania launch free Svalbard educational course as HX marks 130 years since its first voyage to the archipelago](https://econews.com.au/hx-and-university-of-tasmania-launch-free-svalbard-educational-course-as-hx-marks-130-years-since-its-first-voyage-to-the-archipelago/) - Svalbard Liefdefjorden Photo credit: Jan Hvizdal. HX Expeditions, the longest-running expedition cruise company has launched a new free online educational course dedicated to Svalbard, developed in partnership with the University of Tasmania (UTAS), further expanding its industry-leading programme of pre-departure learning for guests. The launch comes during a landmark week for HX, as the company celebrates 130
- [Fields of Balance: How One Chinese County Is Rethinking the Future of Farming](https://econews.com.au/fields-of-balance-how-one-chinese-county-is-rethinking-the-future-of-farming/) - Zhang Weitao examines watermelons sprouting from dark, nutrient-dense organic soil. [Photo: CGTN Radio] Have you ever paused mid-meal to wonder where your food truly comes from? We enjoy fresh vegetables daily for their taste and nutrition, yet few of us consider the soil they grow in, potential chemical residues, and whether crop production depletes the
- [Numbat steps back from the brink, but not out of the clear yet](https://econews.com.au/numbat-steps-back-from-the-brink-but-not-out-of-the-clear-yet/) - Pair of Numbat siblings at Scotia Wildlife Sanctuary. © Julie Kern Decades of conservation efforts have improved the outlook for Australia’s unique termite-eating Numbat, which changed today from Endangered to Near Threatened on the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s (IUCN) Red List of Threatened Species. While the IUCN improvement of status is an important milestone
- [Volvo Group opens its new state-of-the-art Sydney Distribution Centre](https://econews.com.au/volvo-group-opens-its-new-state-of-the-art-sydney-distribution-centre/) - On 9 July 2026, Volvo Group Australia officially opened its new Sydney Parts Distribution Centre located in Minto in Sydney’s south-west. The new centre replaces the previous one Volvo Group Australia built in Minto, which has supported national operations since 1975, and embodies the many technological advances in logistics of the last five decades. At
- [DEWA International Launched as a Wholly Owned Independent Subsidiary of DEWA to Develop Global Energy and Water Projects](https://econews.com.au/dewa-international-launched-as-a-wholly-owned-independent-subsidiary-of-dewa-to-develop-global-energy-and-water-projects/) - DEWA International launched as a wholly owned independent subsidiary of DEWA to develop global energy and water projects (Photo: AETOSWire) Dubai Electricity and Water Authority HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, announced the establishment of ‘DEWA International’, a wholly owned independent subsidiary of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA).
- [British Council announces their Alumni UK Grant Programme, with Australian grants targeting climate action](https://econews.com.au/british-council-announces-their-alumni-uk-grant-programme-with-australian-grants-targeting-climate-action/) - The British Council has today opened applications for its Alumni UK Grant Programme, offering UK alumni in Australia up to £5,000 ($9,600 AUD) to turn climate action ideas into reality. The call comes as Australia holds the Presidency of COP31 Negotiations, with this year’s Australian grants focused exclusively on Climate Action and Sustainability. Alumni of UK educational institutions
- [From Smoke to Systems: Inside China’s Industrial Green Transition](https://econews.com.au/from-smoke-to-systems-inside-chinas-industrial-green-transition/) - A panoramic view of the Huaxin Diwei Cement facility in Chongqing, southwest China. [Photo: CGTN Radio] Standing inside a cement factory in Chongqing, one of China’s major industrial hubs, the first thing that strikes visitors is not what they see, but what they don’t. There is no thick smoke drifting from chimneys. No dust hanging
- [New approach boosts microplastic removal from wastewater](https://econews.com.au/new-approach-boosts-microplastic-removal-from-wastewater/) - Lead author Associate Professor Biplob Pramanik. RMIT University RMIT University researchers have tested a more effective way to capture microplastics from wastewater, using a combination of microbubbles and nanobubbles to achieve removal rates of more than 90%. The dual-bubble approach can be adopted by wastewater treatment plants without major infrastructure changes by optimising existing operating
- [EDP commissions largest solar PV system in Taiwan for a sports complex at Taichung high school](https://econews.com.au/edp-commissions-largest-solar-pv-system-in-taiwan-for-a-sports-complex-at-taichung-high-school/) - Aerial view of EDP APAC’s commissioned 3.3MWp solar photovoltaic system for an all-weather sports complex at Tzu Ming High School. Credit: EDP The 3.3 MWp facility stands as Taiwan’s largest solar PV installation integrated into a single site for an all-weather sports complex. The project strengthens EDP’s dual-use infrastructure strategy in Taiwan. EDP, through EDP APAC, has
- [Climate change is silencing the Pilbara barking gecko](https://econews.com.au/climate-change-is-silencing-the-pilbara-barking-gecko/) - Pilbara Barking Gecko Credit: Robert Audcent Monash University New research from Monash University has provided the first comprehensive assessment of the Pilbara barking gecko (Underwoodisaurus seorsus) and revealed the species is facing a heightened risk of extinction under a rapidly warming climate. The Pilbara barking gecko is one of Australia’s most little-known and poorly understood reptile species, and
- [EU Livestock Strategy brings end of cages in sight, no species should be left behind](https://econews.com.au/eu-livestock-strategy-brings-end-of-cages-in-sight-no-species-should-be-left-behind/) - The end of confinement for laying hens and better welfare for chickens raised for meat, as well as pigs, are finally within reach, as the European Commission (EC) revealed its long-awaited EU Livestock Strategy, with a strong political commitment to reveal legislative proposals by the end of this year. Eurogroup for Animals welcomes this news, following
- [From conflict to climate disruption: why Slow Food will debate the future of food at Terra Madre 2026](https://econews.com.au/from-conflict-to-climate-disruption-why-slow-food-will-debate-the-future-of-food-at-terra-madre-2026/) - The XVI edition of Terra Madre Salone del Gusto returns to Turin (Italy), 24–27 September 2026 As wars disrupt food supplies, climate shocks intensify and the cost of living continues to rise across the world, one reality is becoming increasingly clear: food is no longer a sectoral issue. It lies at the heart of some
- [More than 200 ‘cod hotels’ to restore fish habitat across South East Queensland](https://econews.com.au/more-than-200-cod-hotels-to-restore-fish-habitat-across-south-east-queensland/) - RRSEQ Director, Dr Jo Burton with cod hotel Credit – Annabel Osborne Photography 200+ new cod hotels across SEQ waterways supporting native fish populations, including the critically endangered Mary River cod New mural unveiled for Somerset allowing locals and visitors a glimpse into the region’s unique native aquatic species Delivered through Resilient Rivers SEQ’s $40
- [Australian Businesses Among Most Fragile in Supply Chain Resilience – New Report](https://econews.com.au/australian-businesses-among-most-fragile-in-supply-chain-resilience-new-report/) - Lara Mujico, Senior Vice President at Proxima Australia Only 5% of Australian firms can sustain operations between 4-6 months during major supply chain shock Just over half (51%) of global CEOs surveyed say their businesses are unable to maintain day-to-day operations for over three weeks should a major supply chain shock occur tomorrow. Australia, however,
- [AI infrastructure buildout drives massive market cap divergence in APAC during Q2 2026, reveals GlobalData](https://econews.com.au/ai-infrastructure-buildout-drives-massive-market-cap-divergence-in-apac-during-q2-2026-reveals-globaldata/) - Asia-Pacific’s (APAC) second quarter (Q2) 2026 market capital table tells one dominant story: the AI infrastructure buildout has become the region’s single biggest wealth-creation and wealth-destruction engine, splitting winners and losers along lines that have little to do with traditional sector logic, according to GlobalData, a leading intelligence and productivity platform. The memory supercycle SK Hynix
- [CEFC and Aviva Investors invest in Tasmanian plantation forestry and natural capital platform](https://econews.com.au/cefc-and-aviva-investors-invest-in-tasmanian-plantation-forestry-and-natural-capital-platform/) - Rushy Lagoon conservation area The CEFC, Aviva Investors and Gresham House have launched a groundbreaking $142 million project to invest in sustainable forestry plantations in Tasmania, creating local jobs and injecting significant capital into the regional economy while generating high integrity Australian Carbon Credits Units (ACCUs) and protecting an important Ramsar wetland. The new Tasmania Natural
- [Volvo builds the first Australian-made OEM electric trucks](https://econews.com.au/volvo-builds-the-first-australian-made-oem-electric-trucks/) - Prime Minister Anthony Albanese during a press conference at the Volvo Trucks Wacol facility in Brisbane, July 8, 2026. Picture: Dan Peled Prime Minister Anthony Albanese joins Volvo Group Australia in Wacol, Queensland, to mark a defining moment for local manufacturing as the nation’s first locally built OEM electric trucks roll off the production line.
- [From kerb to compost: Mayor tours ARRC Organics](https://econews.com.au/from-kerb-to-compost-mayor-tours-arrc-organics/) - Gold Coast Mayor and ARRC Gold Coast Chair Tom Tate today toured ARRC Organics, the first operational facility forming part of ARRC’s integrated waste and resource recovery precinct at Stapylton. The visit gave the Mayor a first-hand look at how green waste collected from Gold Coast households is processed into compost, through a combination of
- [World first study finds time-matched solar trading shifts demand by 18%—without zero-price “Solar Sharer” mandates](https://econews.com.au/world-first-study-finds-time-matched-solar-trading-shifts-demand-by-18-without-zero-price-solar-sharer-mandates/) - Meet Chris – an early adopter of the virtual energy network in regional Australia. By trading her excess solar power through the VEN, she’s saving money, lowering emissions and contributing to a cleaner, more connected energy future. Her story shows just how easy – and impactful – it can be to take part. Enosi Landmark
- [GRI governance update to reflect strong voices, broad perspectives](https://econews.com.au/gri-governance-update-to-reflect-strong-voices-broad-perspectives/) - Adekemi Adisa (Nigeria, representing the business enterprises constituency) Strong voices, broad perspectives Stakeholder Council appointments reinforce GRI’s commitment to global representation and public-interest governance Renewed leadership has been confirmed for the multistakeholder advisory body that helps guide the future direction of GRI, underscoring its global and cross-sector representation at a time of rapid change for
- [RSK strengthens Australian ecology capability with acquisition of Biota Environmental Sciences](https://econews.com.au/rsk-strengthens-australian-ecology-capability-with-acquisition-of-biota-environmental-sciences/) - RSK Group Founder and CEO Alan Ryder. RSK is further investing in the group’s specialist environmental sciences services across Australia with the acquisition of Biota Environmental Sciences, a leading ecological consultancy based in Western Australia. Headquartered in Perth, Biota supports clients across infrastructure, resources and utilities, delivering ecological surveys, biodiversity assessments and environmental approvals to enable sustainable
- [VIC Electricians Say Home EV Charger Demand Hasn’t Slowed Despite Rebate Changes](https://econews.com.au/vic-electricians-say-home-ev-charger-demand-hasnt-slowed-despite-rebate-changes/) - Home EV Charging Installation Demand Persists Despite Rebate Rollbacks All Electrics Key facts: There is approximately only 1 public EV charging station per 300 EV drivers in Victoria. Investments in home EV charger installation continue to grow despite removal of government rebates. The inclusion of EV charging facilities falls under the National Construction Code mandates
- [The price of sovereignty – governments can’t afford nation-building alone](https://econews.com.au/the-price-of-sovereignty-governments-cant-afford-nation-building-alone/) - Tracey McNaughton, Chief Investment Officer at Escala The debate is no longer just about what countries need to build, but who will pay for it. From AI infrastructure and data centres to energy networks and advanced manufacturing, the next wave of nation-building will require vast amounts of capital at a time when government balance sheets
- [The cheapest industrial decarbonisation lever almost nobody audits](https://econews.com.au/the-cheapest-industrial-decarbonisation-lever-almost-nobody-audits/) - By Byron Raal, Founder and Editor, Compressed Air Solutions Ask an Australian manufacturer where their decarbonisation budget is going and you will hear about solar, electrified heat and fleet. Ask them when their compressed air system was last audited and you will usually get a blank look. That gap is costing them, because compressed air
- [Weekly Update – Global Fertiliser Markets – w/e 03.07.2026](https://econews.com.au/weekly-update-global-fertiliser-markets-w-e-03-07-2026/) - The principal wildcard in fertiliser markets remains the Strait of Hormuz. Continued disruption could prolong supply chain uncertainty well into the second half of 2026 • Urea nearing bottom of price curve • Phosphate – affordability stalls demand • Potash prices steady • Ammonia prices under pressure from increased supply UREA Indicative Range: USD 410–440/t CFR
- [Australia Promised “No New Extinctions.” A Teenager Is Asking Whether It Will Keep That Promise.](https://econews.com.au/australia-promised-no-new-extinctions-a-teenager-is-asking-whether-it-will-keep-that-promise/) - Australian youth conservationist, Spencer Hitchen @savesunriseglossies, as seen in LOVE LETTER TO THE UNSEEN. LAND AND SEA FOR ALL As Australia continues to grapple with its status as a global leader in species loss, a new documentary is putting a teenage conservationist at the center of one of the nation’s most urgent environmental questions: What
- [Medical Design Innovations Achieves Prestigious Australian Made Certification](https://econews.com.au/medical-design-innovations-achieves-prestigious-australian-made-certification/) - Medical Design Innovations (MDI) is proud to announce it has officially been licensed by the Australian Made Campaign, confirming its products are genuinely Australian Made and manufactured to the highest local standards in its facility in North Brisbane. The certification highlights MDI’s commitment to Australian manufacturing, supporting local jobs and strengthening local capability in the
- [Give It Second Life: Cricut and Salvos Stores Launch  DIY July Edit Social Initiative](https://econews.com.au/give-it-second-life-cricut-and-salvos-stores-launch-diy-july-edit-social-initiative/) - Invites Australians to repurpose, reimagine and restyle preloved items to save money, reduce waste, and champion circular economy. As cost-of-living increases and consumer confidence declines, items donated to Salvos Stores given a second life with a Cricut machine. Cricut®, Inc. (NASDAQ: CRCT) the creative platform company and Salvos Stores, the retail arm of The Salvation Army Australia, have
- [‘I did that’: the award-winning energy industry apprentice bringing pride and purpose to powerline work](https://econews.com.au/i-did-that-the-award-winning-energy-industry-apprentice-bringing-pride-and-purpose-to-powerline-work/) - Jack De Freitas Credit: NSW Training Services When Essential Energy powerline worker Jack De Freitas drives around his hometown of Cowra in the Central West of NSW, he can’t help but point out the jobs he has delivered. The 22-year-old newly crowned Western NSW Apprentice of Year has an infectious enthusiasm when it comes to
- [Shell yeah: PhD project gives critical insights into vulnerable species](https://econews.com.au/shell-yeah-phd-project-gives-critical-insights-into-vulnerable-species/) - Natalie Robson’s PhD project has led to the collection of important information about green turtles in the Northern Territory. Charles Darwin University A study into the foraging habits of green turtles in the Northern Territory has used an innovative surveying technique which could become a critical tool in monitoring marine habitats in remote and challenging
- [Epson’s blueprint for sustainable fashion: How digital textile printing can rebuild local manufacturing in Australia](https://econews.com.au/epsons-blueprint-for-sustainable-fashion-how-digital-textile-printing-can-rebuild-local-manufacturing-in-australia/) - The Social Outfit Sama launch with designs printed on the Epson Monna Lisa Ml-8000 direct-to-fabric printer Australia’s fashion paradox is stark. We’re among the world’s biggest per-capita consumers of clothing, purchasing an average of 56 new items each year, yet 97% of the apparel we wear is made offshore. That offshoring has hollowed out domestic
- [Why the spaces around children matter – Melbourne based Urban Discovery urges schools, councils and communities to recognise nature-rich habitats for play as essential to children’s learning, regulation and wellbeing](https://econews.com.au/why-the-spaces-around-children-matter-melbourne-based-urban-discovery-urges-schools-councils-and-communities-to-recognise-nature-rich-habitats-for-play-as-essential-to-childrens-le/) - The spaces children move through every day quietly shape how they think, feel, connect and learn. A log can become a bridge, a balancing beam or the beginning of a story. A patch of soil can become a laboratory. A quiet pocket of planting can become the place a child goes to breathe, observe and
- [Doubling down on conservation: AWC to extend groundbreaking partnership with NSW Government](https://econews.com.au/doubling-down-on-conservation-awc-to-extend-groundbreaking-partnership-with-nsw-government/) - Minister Penny Sharpe, Nick Butcher and Dr Rachel Ladd release a Bettong. © Michael Daddow A renewed commitment to collaboration will strengthen efforts to save Australia’s threatened wildlife, as Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) the NSW Government and NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) plan to extend their ground?breaking partnership for another decade. Penny Sharpe, Minister for the Environment,
- [CEFC commits $22 million to electric truck rollout for Zenob? Australia](https://econews.com.au/cefc-commits-22-million-to-electric-truck-rollout-for-zenobe-australia/) - The CEFC has committed up to $22 million to back the large-scale deployment of battery electric trucks (BETs), helping electric fleet specialist Zenobe Australia acquire a fleet of up to 148 BETs to deliver low emissions groceries. The transaction backs what will be the largest fleet rollout of electric trucks in Australia, the Foton T5
- [TAFE NSW graduates driving Australia’s sustainability transformation as demand for climate?ready skills surges](https://econews.com.au/tafe-nsw-graduates-driving-australias-sustainability-transformation-as-demand-for-climate-ready-skills-surges/) - David Burt With new reporting requirements driving a new era of corporate climate accountability for medium-sized businesses across Australia, demand for sustainability professionals in Australia is surging. TAFE NSW is building the next generation of job?ready graduates equipped with the sustainability skills Australian businesses urgently need. It’s expected that up to 5,000 businesses will be
- [1KOMMA5°’s Heartbeat AI cuts electricity bills for Australian households](https://econews.com.au/1komma5s-heartbeat-ai-cuts-electricity-bills-for-australian-households/) - First bill analysis shows: all households paid less than on their previous electricity plan One South-East Queensland home saved $140 in the first quarter of this year compared with their previous electricity plan Heartbeat AI optimises home solar and battery systems, automatically trading electricity on the wholesale market on behalf of households, making New Energy
- [Time to bin the confusion, not good food](https://econews.com.au/time-to-bin-the-confusion-not-good-food/) - Nestlé launches on-pack date-labelling pilot to help reduce household waste. Nestlé is launching ‘Sniff, Look, Taste,’ a new Australian pilot designed to tackle one of the most common causes of household food waste: date label confusion. The pilot was developed in collaboration with OzHarvest and informed by their research, valuable insights, and expertise. Each year,
- [Report: Record-breaking Year for Australian Renewables as Battery System Deployments Triple](https://econews.com.au/report-record-breaking-year-for-australian-renewables-as-battery-system-deployments-triple/) - Warwick Johnston, managing director at SunWiz. A report from SunWiz shows a record 221,000 residential solar battery systems were installed in 2025, three times the installations of 2024. In total, the year delivered 4,790 MWh of storage, enough to power around 1.2 million homes during the four-hour evening peak. NSW led on a state-by-state breakdown,
- [PROVING ADVENTURE IS AGELESS: A 15-YEAR-OLD PILOT AND A SENIOR  ADVENTURE COUPLE AMONG WINNERS OF THE 2026 AUSTRALIAN GEOGRAPHIC SOCIETY AWARDS](https://econews.com.au/proving-adventure-is-ageless-a-15-year-old-pilot-and-a-senior-adventure-couple-among-winners-of-the-2026-australian-geographic-society-awards/) - Lang and Bev Kidby – Bean 1924 The Australian Geographic Society has announced the recipients of its 2026 Adventurer of the Year Awards, recognising Australians reshaping modern exploration. From historic route recreations to record river journeys, youth aviation milestones and a two?year family cycling odyssey, this year’s cohort reflects the breadth of Australian adventure. As
- [FERRERO GROUP 2025 SUSTAINABILITY REPORT SPOTLIGHTS FERRERO FARMING VALUES AS A DRIVER OF RESILIENCE ACROSS SUPPLY CHAINS](https://econews.com.au/ferrero-group-2025-sustainability-report-spotlights-ferrero-farming-values-as-a-driver-of-resilience-across-supply-chains/) - Ferrero publishes its 17th Sustainability Report, positioning its Ferrero Farming Values approach to ingredients sourcing at the core of its strategy and highlighting progress across its sustainability framework four pillars – climate and environment, sourcing, responsible consumption and people. Ferrero releases its Sustainability Report for the 2024/25 financial year, outlining how the company translates commitments
- [Yarra Valley Water to report net zero operational emissions in a milestone moment for water sector](https://econews.com.au/yarra-valley-water-to-report-net-zero-operational-emissions-in-a-milestone-moment-for-water-sector/) - Yarra Valley Water is reporting net zero operational emissions (Scopes 1 and 2) for the 2025–26 financial year, marking a significant milestone in emissions reduction and positioning the organisation among leaders in the Victorian water sector. The position, reached four years ahead of obligations, will be confirmed through the organisation’s annual reporting process, including final
- [Coles and Planet Ark to team up for National Tree Day in landmark 30th anniversary year](https://econews.com.au/coles-and-planet-ark-to-team-up-for-national-tree-day-in-landmark-30th-anniversary-year/) - During a Coles and Planet Ark tree planting event with Urban Guerillas at Lewin Reserve in Melbourne on June 24th, 2026. Photo by Martin KEEP/Coles. Planet Ark is proud to announce Coles as the Major Sponsor of National Tree Day 2026, supporting Australia’s largest community tree-planting and nature care event as it celebrates its 30th
- [Weekly Update – Global Fertiliser Markets – w/e 26.06.2026: GLOBAL FERTILISER MARKETS HEAVILY INFLUENCED BY](https://econews.com.au/weekly-update-global-fertiliser-markets-w-e-26-06-2026-global-fertiliser-markets-heavily-influenced-by/) - Global fertiliser markets increasingly resemble a geopolitical chess match • Urea – How Low Will Prices Go Over Coming Weeks • Phosphate – Prices to Remain Relatively Stable • Potash – Prices Stable • Ammonia – Prices Soft and Expected to Continue to Decline Global fertiliser markets remain heavily influenced by geopolitics, shifting trade flows
- [Novel microbial agents could help remove environmental pollutants](https://econews.com.au/novel-microbial-agents-could-help-remove-environmental-pollutants/) - Fig 2 bacteriophages for bioremediation The ability of bacteria to remove pollutants from soil, water, mine waste and other environments could be supercharged by a ‘friendly’ compatible virus, according to a study led by Flinders University. The new insights, published in Communications Biology, suggests phage virus ‘bioaugmentation’ offers a compelling new direction for environmental biotechnology, by harnessing
- [FRRR backs rural communities’ smart and sustainable climate solutions](https://econews.com.au/frrr-backs-rural-communities-smart-and-sustainable-climate-solutions/) - Nearly $355,000 in grants for NFPs leading local change, for the long-term FRRR’s Community Led Climate Solutions (CLCS) program has awarded $354,338 in grants to 19 not-for-profit organisations (NFPs) to support initiatives that will empower local communities to adapt to and mitigate climate risks and support transitions. The funding will back future-focused solutions that drive Australia’s progress
- [Vena Energy Secures A$1.4 billion in Green Financing Facilities for Australian Solar and Battery Assets](https://econews.com.au/vena-energy-secures-a1-4-billion-in-green-financing-facilities-for-australian-solar-and-battery-assets/) - Vena Energy, a leading green energy solutions provider across the Asia-Pacific region, has secured approximately A$1.4 billion in green financing facilities to support solar and battery energy storage system (BESS) assets across Australia. The facilities are structured across two transactions, combining greenfield project funding with the refinancing of existing facilities. The first transaction supports 294 MWp[1] of operational solar capacity, 320 MWp of solar capacity under-construction and 408MWh of BESS capacity under-construction across the Tailem Bend and Wandoan South precincts in South Australia and Queensland. The second transaction supports two adjacent 583 MWh battery energy storage units under-construction in New South Wales, together
- [World Class Eco-village Unveiled for Hindmarsh Island](https://econews.com.au/world-class-eco-village-unveiled-for-hindmarsh-island/) - Hindmarsh Island could soon be home to a world class eco-village, attracting local and international tourists to explore the nearby national parks and wildlife corridors. A property owner has proposed Island Heights, a 600-acre resort on the northern side of the island, nestled within the Fleurieu Peninsula. Currently used as grazing land for cattle, the newly
- [Sicona lands $45M ARENA grant to open battery materials production facility in Wollongong](https://econews.com.au/sicona-lands-45m-arena-grant-to-open-battery-materials-production-facility-in-wollongong/) - Sicona Battery Technologies founder and CEO Christiaan Jordaan and Cunningham MP Alison Byrnes Australian battery technology company Sicona Battery Technologies has secured $45 million from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) to build and operate its first commercial-scale silicon-carbon battery anode material production facility in the Illawarra region. As part of this, Sicona and BlueScope Steel Limited have entered into
- [Iondrive secures Oklahoma state support for rare earth recycling facility](https://econews.com.au/iondrive-secures-oklahoma-state-support-for-rare-earth-recycling-facility/) - Key facts: ASX-listed Iondrive Limited has secured a Letter of Support from the Oklahoma Department of Commerce (ODOC) for its first US rare earth recycling and critical minerals processing facility, with identified incentives worth up to approximately US$5.2 million, potentially scaling to over US$15 million for three modules. The proposed Oklahoma facility will commercialise Iondrive’s
- [Robotic bird helps uncover the mysteries of flight turbulence](https://econews.com.au/robotic-bird-helps-uncover-the-mysteries-of-flight-turbulence/) - A live kestrel and it’s robotic counterpart. RMIT University A bio-inspired robotic bird capable of mimicking the key movements of kestrels is helping researchers unravel the mysteries behind the species’ exceptional hovering capabilities. With atmospheric turbulence expected to worsen due to climate change, understanding how birds naturally cope with rough air could help engineers design
- [Evidence identifies ancient Aboriginal mining in the Riverland](https://econews.com.au/evidence-identifies-ancient-aboriginal-mining-in-the-riverland/) - River Murray and Mallee Aboriginal Corporation member Melissa Johnson commencing the archaeological excavation at Sugarloaf Hill. Image courtesy of the River Murray and Mallee Aboriginal Corporation. Flinders University researchers, in partnership with the River Murray and Mallee Aboriginal Corporation, have found evidence that points to 7000 years of Aboriginal mining of stones at Sugarloaf Hill in South Australia’s
- [Ant International’s Alipay+ Kicks Off Joint Sustainability Initiatives with New York Liberty for 2026 Season](https://econews.com.au/ant-internationals-alipay-kicks-off-joint-sustainability-initiatives-with-new-york-liberty-for-2026-season/) - Alipay+ launched the “Threes for Trees” Sustainability Moment at the Barclays Center on May 24 to engage fans with the ESG-focused tree-planting initiative. Ant International The initiatives mark the inaugural year of a multi-year partnership focused on sustainability, youth development and community empowerment Ant International’s Alipay+, a leading cross-border fintech services platform based in Singapore,
- [Wildlife Victoria flags unnecessary risk to native wildlife as fishing-related cases surge 158% since launch of Little Angler Program](https://econews.com.au/wildlife-victoria-flags-unnecessary-risk-to-native-wildlife-as-fishing-related-cases-surge-158-since-launch-of-little-angler-program/) - Australasian darter Credit: Wildlife Victoria Wildlife Victoria has released new data showing a 158% increase in wildlife cases involving discarded fishing line and hooks between 2023 and 2025, coinciding with the launch of the Victorian Fishing Authority’s (VFA) Little Angler Program. Bird species including black swans, seagulls and pelicans were among the most reported wildlife
- [Schneider Electric named World’s Most Sustainable Company for the third consecutive year by TIME Magazine and Statista](https://econews.com.au/schneider-electric-named-worlds-most-sustainable-company-for-the-third-consecutive-year-by-time-magazine-and-statista/) - Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, has been named the “World’s Most Sustainable Company 2026” by TIME Magazine and Statista for the third consecutive year. The recognition, drawn from a ranking of 5,000 of the world’s largest and most influential companies, reflects Schneider Electric’s long-standing commitment to making sustainability an integral part of its
- [China risks grid reliability challenges as renewables ramp up, says GlobalData](https://econews.com.au/china-risks-grid-reliability-challenges-as-renewables-ramp-up-says-globaldata/) - China is witnessing a sweeping energy transformation as rapidly rising electricity demand, aging coal infrastructure, and international climate commitments converge. Renewables, led by solar PV, wind, and storage, along with nuclear power, are increasingly central to China’s electricity future through 2030. Without strengthened grid flexibility, upgraded transmission capacity, and tighter regulatory coherence, China risks bottlenecks,
- [Future Group Partners with Aberdeen Investments to Invest in Global Sustainable Infrastructure](https://econews.com.au/future-group-partners-with-aberdeen-investments-to-invest-in-global-sustainable-infrastructure/) - Future Group, Australia’s fastest growing superannuation and financial services company, today announced a partnership with UK-based asset manager Aberdeen Investments (“Aberdeen”). Through this partnership, Future Group and Aberdeen will deploy capital into global infrastructure opportunities to build a long-term programme of investments aligned with their shared sustainability objectives. Future Group will also allocate capital to Aberdeen’s
- [Location-specific solutions needed to manage heat in global climate crisis](https://econews.com.au/location-specific-solutions-needed-to-manage-heat-in-global-climate-crisis/) - The study explored the future impacts of heat exposure on communities in northern Australia, as climate change projections indicate the region will become hotter and dryer in coming decades. Charles Darwin University Place-specific strategies for adapting to increasing temperatures are crucial to keeping remote towns and communities across Northern Australia habitable, according to a recent
- [Allegro Energy and GridSoft Partner to Deliver Smarter Long-Duration Energy Storage Across Australia](https://econews.com.au/allegro-energy-and-gridsoft-partner-to-deliver-smarter-long-duration-energy-storage-across-australia/) - Strategic partnership combines advanced flow battery technology with intelligent energy optimisation software to maximise customer returns Allegro Energy, the Australian clean energy technology company commercialising next-generation microemulsion flow batteries, today announced a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with GridSoft, a leader in intelligent energy management software, to deliver fully integrated long-duration energy storage solutions for
- [CITIES-REGIONS-COUNTRIES TAKE CLIMATE COOPERATION TO NEXT LEVEL WITHIN CHAMP COALITION](https://econews.com.au/cities-regions-countries-take-climate-cooperation-to-next-level-within-champ-coalition/) - New Subnational Advisory Council marks the first time national governments within CHAMP formally integrate subnational leaders’ perspectives and experiences into the coalition’s decision-making structure The Coalition for High Ambition Multilevel Partnerships (CHAMP) for Climate Action announced the creation of its new Subnational Advisory Council, marking a historic step forward in strengthening cooperation between national, local and regional
- [Four hazardous waste facilities hit the market in rare eastern seaboard portfolio](https://econews.com.au/four-hazardous-waste-facilities-hit-the-market-in-rare-eastern-seaboard-portfolio/) - Le ho. Vendor, Entrepreneur and Investor. Rare portfolio of four freehold sites EPA-licenced for hazardous waste handling across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane hit the market Knight Frank has been appointed to market a rare portfolio of four EPA-licenced industrial facilities leased to ASX-listed Cleanaway Waste Management (ASX: CWY), offering investors a unique opportunity to acquire critical
- [Global coalition launches ‘Electrify Now’ movement to accelerate action to meet 35% electrification target](https://econews.com.au/global-coalition-launches-electrify-now-movement-to-accelerate-action-to-meet-35-electrification-target/) - At the Global Energy Transition and Electrification Summit at London Climate Week, a coalition of governments, business groups, think tanks, and civil society organisations will launch ‘Electrify Now,’ a global movement to supercharge electrification powered by renewable energy. This multi-year initiative, backed by governments including the European Commission, UK, Australia, Turkey and Ethiopia, and led by
- [Illawarra Edible Garden Trail calls for local growers as 2026 event expands coast-wide](https://econews.com.au/illawarra-edible-garden-trail-calls-for-local-growers-as-2026-event-expands-coast-wide/) - Now in its fourth year, the Illawarra Edible Garden Trail is calling on gardeners, schools, community gardens, hobby farmers and backyard growers to open their gates for the 2026 event, which will span the full coast from Helensburgh, through Shellharbour and on to Gerroa for the first time. Running across two weekends in October and
- [Plico launches new finance option to help more Australian households access solar and batteries](https://econews.com.au/plico-launches-new-finance-option-to-help-more-australian-households-access-solar-and-batteries/) - Supported by the Clean Energy Finance Corporation, Plico Finance gives eligible NSW and WA households access to low weekly instalments through one of Australia’s only one-partner solar and battery solutions Australian clean energy company, Plico, has launched Plico Finance, a new weekly payment option designed to help more households access solar and battery systems without the
- [GRI is top choice for sustainability reporting worldwide](https://econews.com.au/gri-is-top-choice-for-sustainability-reporting-worldwide/) - Largest-ever snapshot of sustainability reporting reveals Asia and Global South are becoming new center of gravity for impact disclosure New analysis finds that GRI is the most widely used sustainability disclosure standard, with GRI reporters accounting for 62% of global market capitalization. The State of Sustainability Reporting: Global Trends in the GRI Standards 2025 draws on
- [Celebrity Chef Mindy Woods and the ASC launch free recipe booklet celebrating Sea Country, Indigenous food culture and responsible seafood](https://econews.com.au/celebrity-chef-mindy-woods-and-the-asc-launch-free-recipe-booklet-celebrating-sea-country-indigenous-food-culture-and-responsible-seafood/) - Mindy Woods Acclaimed Bundjalung chef, restaurateur and author Mindy Woods and the Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) have partnered to launch Celebrating Sea Country, a free recipe booklet showcasing Indigenous ingredients and responsibly farmed Australian seafood during NAIDOC Week. Available to download throughout July via the ASC website, the recipe collection features dishes created by Woods using native ingredients
- [Google and Energy Dome Advance Multi-Continent Energy Storage Buildout with First Bilateral Project in Ireland](https://econews.com.au/google-and-energy-dome-advance-multi-continent-energy-storage-buildout-with-first-bilateral-project-in-ireland/) - Rendering of Energy Dome’s CO2 Battery project near Rhode, County Offaly, Ireland. Energy Dome The 23MW/200MWh CO2 Battery project marks the first bilateral commercial agreement between the companies, relieving grid congestion, promoting energy security and accelerating a 24/7 carbon-free energy solution in Ireland and beyond Today Energy Dome, a leading long-duration energy storage technology developer,
- [Next Wave of Emerging Technologies Could Bring Energy, Healthcare and Infrastructure Development Closer to People](https://econews.com.au/next-wave-of-emerging-technologies-could-bring-energy-healthcare-and-infrastructure-development-closer-to-people/) - The World Economic Forum’s Top 10 Emerging Technologies Report 2026 identifies breakthrough innovations in energy, medicine and infrastructure. The report highlights 10 emerging technologies expected to achieve real-world impact within the next three to five years. These technologies could help broaden access to energy, healthcare and critical resources, making access to them less dependent on geography or
- [Zenob? raises $400 million for first of its kind financing platform to accelerate zero-emission transport across Australia and New Zealand](https://econews.com.au/zenobe-raises-400-million-for-first-of-its-kind-financing-platform-to-accelerate-zero-emission-transport-across-australia-and-new-zealand/) - Zenob?, a leading fleet electrification and battery storage specialist, has today announced it has closed a landmark financing platform designed to accelerate the transition to zero-emission transport across Australia and New Zealand. The debt facility, which is backed by a syndicate of global banks, will support major public transport networks and commercial fleets to access
- [From AlUla to Paris: ‘I AM A RAWI’ Photography Exhibition Brings AlUla’s Storytellers to UNESCO Headquarters](https://econews.com.au/from-alula-to-paris-i-am-a-rawi-photography-exhibition-brings-alulas-storytellers-to-unesco-headquarters/) - The public photography exhibition ‘I am a Rawi: Sharing Stories from AlUla’ opened last week on the iconic external gates of UNESCO Headquarters in central Paris, drawing immediate and enthusiastic engagement from an international audience of diplomats, cultural professionals, students and the general public. Running until 31 August 2026 and free to the hundreds of
- [Aurora Energy Research launches first nodal price forecasting service in Philippines as grid faces rising pressure](https://econews.com.au/aurora-energy-research-launches-first-nodal-price-forecasting-service-in-philippines-as-grid-faces-rising-pressure/) - New long-term forecasting service helps investors navigate curtailment, congestion and nodal price volatility. Aurora Energy Research today announced the launch of its Philippines Nodal Market Forecast, the first bankable, nodal-level price forecast available to investors, lenders, developers, and traders active in the Philippines power market. This subscription service provides an independent market outlook to support
- [Low-tech Longevity Investments Could Unlock $6 Trillion by 2040](https://econews.com.au/low-tech-longevity-investments-could-unlock-6-trillion-by-2040/) - Simple home safety improvements, physical activity programmes and access to hearing aids could prevent nearly 400 million falls, 8.5 million new diabetes cases and 2.4 million dementia cases, according to a new World Economic Forum report. Low-tech, low-cost measures could unlock over $5.8 trillion in healthcare savings and $645 billion in productivity gains by 2040.
- [Weekly Update – Global Fertiliser Markets – w/e 19.06.2026: UREA MARKET TURNS SHARPLY BEARISH](https://econews.com.au/weekly-update-global-fertiliser-markets-w-e-19-06-2026-urea-market-turns-sharply-bearish/) - • Urea Prices Under Pressure Across Global Markets • Phosphate Prices Struggle to Hold • Potash Prices Under Pressure • Ammonia Prices Continue to Soften UREA Indicative Range: USD 340–480/t The international urea market has turned sharply bearish, with substantial price falls now evident across Brazil, US/NOLA, Southeast Asia and the Baltic region. Demand remains
- [Grave threat: act now to protect our birds and animals](https://econews.com.au/grave-threat-act-now-to-protect-our-birds-and-animals/) - Black swans at Jerrabomberra wetlands, Canberra. Credit: Josh Meadows, ACF Australian Conservation Foundation The Australian Conservation Foundation has joined calls for the Albanese government to urgently set up a $200m emergency fund to protect Australian wildlife from the bird flu outbreak, which has reached the Australian mainland. Over the weekend the federal government confirmed a brown
- [E-scooter injuries a growing toll on hospitals: new study](https://econews.com.au/e-scooter-injuries-a-growing-toll-on-hospitals-new-study/) - Photo: Adobe Stock UNSW Sydney Key facts: A four-fold increase in injuries among children across four years is one of the most troubling consequences of Australia’s e-scooter boom, as UNSW researchers warn parents not to underestimate the risks of privately owned devices to young riders. New research examining almost 4700 e-scooter-related emergency department presentations in the
- [Powering paradise: remote, off-grid Fijian resorts cut diesel dependency by 50% with solar](https://econews.com.au/powering-paradise-remote-off-grid-fijian-resorts-cut-diesel-dependency-by-50-with-solar/) - A complex off-grid solar and battery deployment in the Yasawa Islands delivers proof that solar technology can solve the most remote energy challenges Three off-grid island resorts in Fiji’s Yasawa archipelago are projected to reduce their diesel costs by 50% this year following the deployment of solar – reducing reliance on expensive imported diesel and delivering reliable clean energy to
- [Dune it right with Redhead rehab project](https://econews.com.au/dune-it-right-with-redhead-rehab-project/) - The rehab project includes reshaping the creek and introducing more than 30000 new native plants Work is underway on a major rehabilitation project to help stabilise and revitalise sand dunes at Redhead Beach. The three-month project will reshape the dune just south of the surf club, which has shifted significantly over the past three years.
- [Ground-penetrating radar hopes to help solve wombat’s housing crisis](https://econews.com.au/ground-penetrating-radar-hopes-to-help-solve-wombats-housing-crisis/) - Northern Hairy-nosed Wombat at Richard Underwood Nature Refuge Australia’s critically endangered Northern Hairy-nosed Wombats are less picky about the soil in which they will dig their burrows than once believed, according to a new groundbreaking study. The results help clarify long-held assumptions about the species’ habitat requirements and broaden the range of environments that conservationists could consider
- [CHÂTEAU TROPLONG MONDOT, ST EMILION, BORDEAUX  ACHIEVES B CORP™ CERTIFICATION](https://econews.com.au/chateau-troplong-mondot-st-emilion-bordeaux-achieves-b-corp-certification/) - Joining a select group of twelve wine estates in France to receive the world’s most rigorous independent sustainability certification Château Troplong Mondot, the Premier Grand Cru Classé estate overlooking the picturesque village of Saint-Émilion, has been awarded B Corp certification, joining a global movement of businesses that meet the highest independently verified standards of social and
- [Panasonic launches installer-ready CO2 hot water heat pump range](https://econews.com.au/panasonic-launches-installer-ready-co2-hot-water-heat-pump-range/) - Australia’s largest CO2 hot water heat pump line-up is designed with the trade in mind – flexible configurations, straightforward installation and the backing of Japan’s number one heat pump brand Panasonic has launched its new line-up of CO2 hot water heat pump solutions for the Australian market – 16 configurations spanning two output ratings and multiple
- [Works beneath your feet: Greater Western Water’s proactive mains cleaning program](https://econews.com.au/works-beneath-your-feet-greater-western-waters-proactive-mains-cleaning-program/) - Greater Western Water’s (GWW) water main cleaning program is now underway across Melbourne’s west. Greater Western Water Greater Western Water’s (GWW) water main cleaning program is now underway across Melbourne’s west, forming part of the essential, often unseen work that helps keep the region’s drinking water safe and reliable every day. Across GWW’s network lies a a vast system of pipes, valves and hydrants operating around the clock to
- [Sustainable Living starts with Us. How individual action builds collective change](https://econews.com.au/sustainable-living-starts-with-us-how-individual-action-builds-collective-change/) - Across Australia and around the world, sustainability is no longer a niche interest or a specialist field, it is fast becoming a core capability for modern life. From the way we heat our homes to the choices we make as consumers, employees and citizens, our everyday decisions now sit within a much larger environmental story.
- [New research from mycar reveals Australians are turning to AI for car advice – but overreliance raises safety concerns](https://econews.com.au/new-research-from-mycar-reveals-australians-are-turning-to-ai-for-car-advice-but-overreliance-raises-safety-concerns/) - Nearly half (47%) of Australians are using AI tools to support vehicle servicing decisions – with one in three (33%) petrol and diesel drivers trusting AI advice as much as, or more than, a professional technician. Over two in five (43%) Australians are cutting back on discretionary trips due to rising fuel prices and cost-of-living pressures.
- [Australian construction industry steadily increasing technology adoption amid productivity and geopolitical challenges](https://econews.com.au/australian-construction-industry-steadily-increasing-technology-adoption-amid-productivity-and-geopolitical-challenges/) - On average 48 per cent of Australian construction sector employees use construction specific technology weekly, second highest among surveyed nations A new report from Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK) reveals Australian Design and Make industries – including construction, architecture and engineering – are steadily increasing the use of technologies amid ongoing operational challenges, stagnating productivity and geopolitical uncertainty.
- [Antarctica is giving us a warning of sea level rise decades in advance – now is our time to act](https://econews.com.au/antarctica-is-giving-us-a-warning-of-sea-level-rise-decades-in-advance-now-is-our-time-to-act/) - Vanderford Glacier, credit: Monash SAEF Monash University Scientists predict that the next three to five decades provide a critical window to anticipate and plan for Antarctic ice loss and its contribution to sea level rise. Research published in Nature, led by Monash University researcher Dr Felicity McCormack from Securing Antarctica’s Environmental Future (SAEF), looks at the predictability
- [Melton plant leads the way with first recycled water connection for a Victorian data centre](https://econews.com.au/melton-plant-leads-the-way-with-first-recycled-water-connection-for-a-victorian-data-centre/) - Greater Western Water’s Melton Recycled Water Plant will soon supply Class A water to AWS’ data centre in west Melbourne. Greater Western Water Greater Western Water’s (GWW) recycled water plant in Melton is set to become the first in the state to deliver recycled water to a data centre. The Melton Recycled Water Plant (RWP) at Mt Cottrell will supply Amazon Web Services’ (AWS) soon-to-be-built data centre in western Melbourne with recycled water that it
- [Labor’s $7.5M energy modelling plan](https://econews.com.au/labors-7-5m-energy-modelling-plan/) - By Tom Gooch, VP of Commercial, Neara “The government’s $7.5 million investment to build in-house energy modelling capabilities marks an important step to overcoming the decades-old information silo problem, but overlooks one essential piece of the puzzle: we already have the means to unlock capacity and capitalise on existing infrastructure. We just need to coordinate
- [Children’s books that reconnect us with nature: Wilderness Society reveals 2026 Karajia and Environment Awards for Children’s Literature shortlist](https://econews.com.au/childrens-books-that-reconnect-us-with-nature-wilderness-society-reveals-2026-karajia-and-environment-awards-for-childrens-literature-shortlist/) - The Wilderness Society’s 2026 shortlist for the Karajia and Environment Awards for Children’s Literature honours stories that bring nature to the centre of the page. From science and place-based learning to cultural knowledge and storytelling rooted in Country, the shortlisted books show us how stories can open up the natural world in ways that are
- [Energy savings for NSW households: loans and discounts to help families lower their bills](https://econews.com.au/energy-savings-for-nsw-households-loans-and-discounts-to-help-families-lower-their-bills/) - Chris Minns Premier of New South Wales Penny Sharpe Minister for Climate Change, Minister for Energy Minister for the Environment, Minister for Heritage Eligible households will now be able to access zero-interest loans of up to $15,000 to install energy-saving and cost-cutting upgrades such as rooftop solar, household batteries, insulation, reverse-cycle air conditioning, switchboard
- [Inside the accelerator backing Australia’s next gen of eco-preneurs](https://econews.com.au/inside-the-accelerator-backing-australias-next-gen-of-eco-preneurs/) - How conservation startups are scaling into real businesses with support from Taronga and LG LG Electronics Australia and Taronga Conservation Society Australia are strengthening their partnership in 2026 to support the next wave of eco-entrepreneurs, helping turn bold ideas into real-world impact through Taronga’s own Hatch Accelerator Program. This year, Hatch is backing five promising
- [Ultrasound unlocks protein from cauliflower waste](https://econews.com.au/ultrasound-unlocks-protein-from-cauliflower-waste/) - Study lead author and RMIT PhD candidate Kinjal Furi. Credit: RMIT RMIT University An RMIT innovation uses ultrasound to extract leaf protein from discarded cauliflower leaves, identifying a potential new use for vegetable scraps. The process could help food manufacturers turn vegetable waste into protein ingredients, reducing waste and adding value to existing crops. The
- [Reflections faces soft market conditions head-on with ‘Travel Near’ ATL campaign](https://econews.com.au/reflections-faces-soft-market-conditions-head-on-with-travel-near-atl-campaign/) - Reflections Chief Marketing Officer Pete Chapman Reflections Holidays, the largest holiday park group in New South Wales, will throw down the travel gauntlet this week during Channel 9’s State of Origin II to reveal a large-scale advertising campaign designed to inspire Australians to take a break – even if not as originally planned. Reflections Chief
- [EcoCeres and British Airways Extend Sustainable Aviation Fuel Supply Agreement to Support Lower-Carbon Aviation](https://econews.com.au/ecoceres-and-british-airways-extend-sustainable-aviation-fuel-supply-agreement-to-support-lower-carbon-aviation/) - EcoCeres, a global leader in the innovation and commercialization of renewable fuels and green molecules, announced the extension of its sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) supply agreement with British Airways until the end of 2030, Under the extended agreement, EcoCeres’ SAF is expected to help British Airways avoid approximately 198,000 tonnes¹ of lifecycle carbon emissions compared
- [Biocide-free antifouling paint performs best against fouling](https://econews.com.au/biocide-free-antifouling-paint-performs-best-against-fouling/) - Different antifouling paints were applied to panels and then immersed in water for up to six months. The pictures show the panels covered with various degrees of algae, barnacles, and other marine organisms that had grown on them over the six month-period. Control panels were also used to see normal levels of growth when no paint
- [Amogy and Amun Energy Execute Supply Agreement for Commercial-Scale Ammonia-to-Power Project in South Korea](https://econews.com.au/amogy-and-amun-energy-execute-supply-agreement-for-commercial-scale-ammonia-to-power-project-in-south-korea/) - Seonghoon Woo, CEO of Amogy Amogy, a provider of mature, scalable, and efficient ammonia-to-power solutions, and Amun Energy, a subsidiary company of GS Engineering & Construction (GS E&C), today announced the execution of a supply agreement supporting the development of a commercial-scale 40 MW ammonia-based power generation project in Pohang, South Korea. Under the agreement, Amogy will
- [Weekly Update – Global Fertiliser Markets – w/e 12.06.2026: UREA PRICE COLLAPSE](https://econews.com.au/weekly-update-global-fertiliser-markets-w-e-12-06-2026-urea-price-collapse/) - • UREA PRICES COLLAPSE; China removed export floor price prior to the India tender, triggering aggressive short selling and wiping approximately USD 100 PMT from global values almost overnight. China has since reinstated floor prices, but the damage has already been done. • PHOSPHATE MARKETS MIXED; US DAP and MAP values moving lower while Brazilian
- [NSW invasive species review faces budget-day reckoning](https://econews.com.au/nsw-invasive-species-review-faces-budget-day-reckoning/) - The Invasive Species Council has warned the Minns Government risks squandering a once-in-a-generation opportunity to fix NSW’s failing invasive species system unless this month’s budget delivers major long-term funding reform for invasive animals. The warning comes after the NSW government formally backed key recommendations of the landmark Natural Resources Commission (NRC) review into invasive species
- [New Forests launches first global natural capital strategy](https://econews.com.au/new-forests-launches-first-global-natural-capital-strategy/) - Leveraging New Forests’ two-decade track record investing in natural capital New Forests, a global investment manager of nature-based real assets and natural capital strategies, is today announcing the launch of the Global Landscape Opportunities (GLO) strategy, its first global natural capital offering, investing across forestry, agriculture, and complementary markets such as carbon and biodiversity. To
- [Electric Hydrofoiling Expansion Signals New Era for Urban Water Transit](https://econews.com.au/electric-hydrofoiling-expansion-signals-new-era-for-urban-water-transit/) - New Zealand marine technology company Vessev expands across Australia as cities explore new ways to unlock underutilised waterways Electric hydrofoiling technology is gaining momentum locally and globally, with New Zealand marine technology company Vessev expanding across multiple Australian cities as interest grows in cleaner, more connected waterways transit. Vessev has signed a commercial agreement to deliver multiple
- [New Energy Transport accelerates electric road freight deployment with new funding](https://econews.com.au/new-energy-transport-accelerates-electric-road-freight-deployment-with-new-funding/) - – Flexible, modular charging infrastructure can be operational within 16 weeks – Initial deployment to support 20 electric trucks on the road by the end of 2026 – NET responding to surge in demand from large transport buyers for reliable electric freight Electric road freight company New Energy Transport (NET) has secured funding to fast-track the electrification
- [Be careful what you wish for](https://econews.com.au/be-careful-what-you-wish-for/) - In a week where the listing of SpaceX on the NASDAQ helped create the world’s first trillionaire, thermal coal futures quietly approached one of the most important resistance levels in energy markets. Beneath the optimism surrounding AI, technology, and exponential digital growth lies a hidden contradiction. The infrastructure powering the global data centre expansion still
- [Return and Earn hits sweet 16 billion returns and $100 million for charity](https://econews.com.au/return-and-earn-hits-sweet-16-billion-returns-and-100-million-for-charity/) - Return and Earn containers at the Eastern Creek processing facility. Return and Earn NSW’s container deposit scheme, Return and Earn, has reached two major milestones with 16 billion bottles, cans and cartons returned by the community though local return points, resulting in $1.6 billion in refunds back to recyclers. Over $100 million has also been raised for charities and community groups
- [Slow Food urges strong policy support for agroecology as Terra Madre Europe concludes](https://econews.com.au/slow-food-urges-strong-policy-support-for-agroecology-as-terra-madre-europe-concludes/) - The movement handed to Agriculture Commissioner Hansen its demands for EU food systems Terra Madre Europe concluded yesterday with a strong and unified message to European policymakers: the European Union must adopt a coherent and ambitious food policy framework that recognises food as a public good and places public interest above private profit. European Commissioner
- [NEW REPORT HIGHLIGHTS USD 4 BILLION EV CHARGING INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY ACROSS EMERGING ECONOMIES](https://econews.com.au/new-report-highlights-usd-4-billion-ev-charging-investment-opportunity-across-emerging-economies/) - Joint analysis by C40 Cities and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) outlines practical pathways for emerging-market cities to scale charging infrastructure and accelerate electric mobility adoption A new report launched by C40 Cities and the World Bank Group’s International Finance Corporation (IFC), in collaboration with The Climate Pledge through the Laneshift Programme, and the Swiss
- [LFC stars Isak, Jones, Kerr and Olsson surprise local school children to talk coral conservation for World Oceans Day](https://econews.com.au/lfc-stars-isak-jones-kerr-and-olsson-surprise-local-school-children-to-talk-coral-conservation-for-world-oceans-day/) - Reds players and local students have come together for a hands-on lesson about life beneath the waves in honour of World Oceans Day – presented by AXA. As part of AXA’s collaboration with the club’s sustainability strategy, The Red Way, their latest campaign, Reds for Red, spotlights the importance of protecting coral reefs and ocean ecosystems. LFC’s Alexander Isak, Curtis Jones, Sam Kerr and Beatta Olsson
- [World Tomato Day: La Doria and Friend of the Earth shine a spotlight on the sustainable supply chain](https://econews.com.au/world-tomato-day-la-doria-and-friend-of-the-earth-shine-a-spotlight-on-the-sustainable-supply-chain/) - One interesting fact illustrates the close connection between Italy and tomatoes: although tomatoes did not originate in Italy, they have become one of the most iconic and recognisable symbols of Italian cuisine around the world, today officially recognised by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Tomatoes are not only a cornerstone of the Mediterranean
- [Lake Mac plugs in for EV Open Day](https://econews.com.au/lake-mac-plugs-in-for-ev-open-day/) - Saturdays EV Open Day will showcase a host of EV models and brands. Electric vehicle ownership has skyrocketed at a record rate in Lake Macquarie since hostilities in Iran sent fuel prices through the roof earlier this year, latest data shows. As Lake Mac prepares to host its second EV Open Day, helping prospective buyers
- [RMetS Weather Photographer of the Year 2026 Opens for Entries](https://econews.com.au/rmets-weather-photographer-of-the-year-2026-opens-for-entries/) - Image: The Gorgeous Ring, Shuchang Dong and Geshuang Chen – Winner of the Main Category, 2025 The world’s favourite weather photography competition returns today as the Royal Meteorological Society (RMetS) officially opens entries for the Weather Photographer of the Year 2026. Now entering its second decade, the competition invites photographers from around the globe to
- [“Drive for Free” – EV Leader Says Solar Sharer Can Completely Wipe Fuel Costs for Australians](https://econews.com.au/drive-for-free-ev-leader-says-solar-sharer-can-completely-wipe-fuel-costs-for-australians/) - Evnex CEO Ed Harvey Many of Australia’s 454,000 EV owners could have $0 fuel costs from July, thanks to free electricity under the federal government’s Solar Sharer program. From 1 July, millions of Australian households will have access to three hours of free electricity a day and according to one of the country’s leading EV
- [Zoho Corporation Unveils Nathu La, a Designed-in-House Server, in a Move Towards Technological Sovereignty and Inference Cost Reduction](https://econews.com.au/zoho-corporation-unveils-nathu-la-a-designed-in-house-server-in-a-move-towards-technological-sovereignty-and-inference-cost-reduction/) - Nathu La Server Chassis Front View The server reduces the total cost of ownership by 20-30% and power consumption by 12-18% Zoho Corporation, a global technology company and parent company of Zoho and ManageEngine, today announced the launch of Nathu La, a designed in-house server and a pivotal step in the company’s journey toward building
- [Cost of living pressures hit charities and communities in latest ACNC data](https://econews.com.au/cost-of-living-pressures-hit-charities-and-communities-in-latest-acnc-data/) - Commissioner Sue Woodward AM, Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission Key facts: New data shows cost of living pressures taking toll on charities and communities Australian Charities Report shows charity expenses surpassed significant revenue growth Charities employed 11% of workforce but 53% operated with no paid staff Cost of living
- [Gamuda Renewables Enters Victoria Market with Solar & Bess Project, Signalling Future Data Centre Opportunities](https://econews.com.au/gamuda-renewables-enters-victoria-market-with-solar-bess-project-signalling-future-data-centre-opportunities/) - Building on the success of its Central Tasmanian energy portfolio, Gamuda Renewable Pty Ltd (Gamuda Renewables) has made its inaugural Victorian investment by acquiring an interest in the Hazelwood North Solar Farm and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) from Manthos Investments Pty Ltd (Manthos). The move increases Gamuda Renewables’ Australian portfolio to three assets across
- [From AC to DC: The next phase of electrification will reshape power distribution](https://econews.com.au/from-ac-to-dc-the-next-phase-of-electrification-will-reshape-power-distribution/) - By Tim Pratt, Vice President Power Products, Schneider Electric Australia’s energy transition is often discussed at grid scale: new renewables, new transmission and more storage. All of that matters. But the next phase of electrification will also be shaped by what happens inside the buildings, depots, campuses and facilities that use electricity every day. As
- [Global data center power consumption to rise threefold by 2030, forecasts GlobalData](https://econews.com.au/global-data-center-power-consumption-to-rise-threefold-by-2030-forecasts-globaldata/) - Data centers are rapidly becoming mission-critical digital infrastructure, evolving from back-end IT sites into strategic platforms for cloud, connectivity, and data-driven services. Growth is being driven by cloud and hybrid adoption, surging data traffic, and demand for secure, resilient environments, boosting colocation and hyperscale builds while AI is supercharging expansion with high-density graphics processing unit
- [Launch of Green Fuels Accelerator to Fast Track Commercial-Scale Low Carbon Liquid Fuels](https://econews.com.au/launch-of-green-fuels-accelerator-to-fast-track-commercial-scale-low-carbon-liquid-fuels/) - Seven low?carbon liquid fuel projects selected for targeted commercialisation support Finance, regulatory and offtake advisory to accelerate final investment decisions Projects span multiple conversion technologies and major feedstocks across Queensland, Western Australia and New South Wales Cyan Ventures has today launched a first-of-a-kind Green Fuels Accelerator (GFA) to advance commercial scale low carbon liquid fuel
- [Monash breakthrough extracts lithium with almost no water](https://econews.com.au/monash-breakthrough-extracts-lithium-with-almost-no-water/) - Monash researchers have developed a new technology that can directly extract lithium from solid-salt mixtures. Monash University Key facts: Advantages of the technology almost no water consumption uses common, industrially available organic solvents high lithium recovery efficiency (around 95 per cent) solar-driven process enabling low energy input effective removal of boron and sulfate impurities solvent
- [South West Renewable Energy Zone unlocks an initial $60 million in community benefits](https://econews.com.au/south-west-renewable-energy-zone-unlocks-an-initial-60-million-in-community-benefits/) - Penny Sharpe Minister for Climate Change Minister for Energy Minister for the Environment Minister for Heritage Leader of the Government in the Legislative Council An initial $60 million will soon begin flowing to communities in the South West Renewable Energy Zone to deliver local infrastructure, services and employment opportunities that will support long-term regional prosperity.
- [The Ocean Race sailors help detect threats lurking in European waters](https://econews.com.au/the-ocean-race-sailors-help-detect-threats-lurking-in-european-waters/) - Leg 5 of The Ocean Race Europe 2025 onboard Team Paprec Arkéa © Julien Champolion / The Ocean Race Seawater samples collected by sailors during The Ocean Race Europe 2025 could unlock new insights into ocean hazards, from algal blooms to jellyfish swarms. It comes at a critical time, with shorelines across the Caribbean and
- [Guide the future of corporate transparency](https://econews.com.au/guide-the-future-of-corporate-transparency/) - Jane Diplock, Chair of the GRI Supervisory Board Applications open for key roles across four GRI governance bodies A recruitment call has commenced, seeking experienced professionals to help guide the strategy, priorities and standard-setting activities of GRI – the global leader in impact reporting. Candidates from diverse backgrounds and from all geographic regions are encouraged
- [It’s official! Dark Sky Reserve declared for Sunshine Coast hinterland](https://econews.com.au/its-official-dark-sky-reserve-declared-for-sunshine-coast-hinterland/) - The Milky Way as seen from the Sunshine Coast International Dark Sky Reserve. Image by Dr Ken Wishaw. The Sunshine Coast hinterland is now officially home to Queensland’s first internationally recognised Dark Sky Reserve, uniting the community, levels of government, agencies and businesses to preserve our star-filled sky. The Sunshine Coast International Dark Sky Reserve’s official designation
- [The Cost-of-Living Crunch Is Changing More Than Just Household Budgets](https://econews.com.au/the-cost-of-living-crunch-is-changing-more-than-just-household-budgets/) - By Sophie Ryan, Comparison Expert at iSelect By necessity, Aussies have become experts at making trade-offs. The past few years have seen households cut back on dining out, delayed holidays, paused subscriptions and become increasingly strategic about everyday spending. The ongoing cost-of-living crisis is now, however, moving beyond simple budgeting decisions and the removal of
- [Australia’s first mandatory climate disclosures reveal wide variation in approach, Finity finds](https://econews.com.au/australias-first-mandatory-climate-disclosures-reveal-wide-variation-in-approach-finity-finds/) - · Finity reviewed 26 of Australia’s first mandatory Sustainability Reports, finding the framework is driving climate risk analysis but cautious public disclosure · 24 of 26 entities exceeded minimum scenario analysis requirements and 70% used three or more scenarios, yet the detailed findings rarely made it into public reports · Five practical recommendations for Group 2 and Group
- [Hail conditions on the move as winter crops face rising risk](https://econews.com.au/hail-conditions-on-the-move-as-winter-crops-face-rising-risk/) - Photo: Péter Kövesi, Pexels UNSW Sydney Key facts: New research led by UNSW suggests as the climate warms, the conditions that produce hailstorms are drifting towards the poles – leaving winter crops exposed. A hailstorm can undo a season’s work in minutes. It can strike quickly and unevenly, shredding wheat, bruising fruit, flattening crops –
- [Australia looks better with a full bush](https://econews.com.au/australia-looks-better-with-a-full-bush/) - Costa Georgiadis and Foundation for National Parks & Wildlife are calling for action to restore the country’s ever-reducing wilderness Our native bushland has been getting a short back and sides for decades. Bit by bit we’re losing our wild look. It’s time to “Bring Back the Bush.” Watch the full video here. Environmental educator Costa
- [World Environment Day (5th June) | Commentary from Iron Mountain’s Stuart Dahlenburg, VP & GM, Asset Lifecycle Management APAC](https://econews.com.au/world-environment-day-5th-june-commentary-from-iron-mountains-stuart-dahlenburg-vp-gm-asset-lifecycle-management-apac/) - Stuart Dahlenburg, VP & GM for ALM APAC, Iron Mountain “World Environment Day is a reminder that the shift towards an AI-ready world has real physical consequences. As organisations accelerate digital transformation, infrastructure is being refreshed faster than ever, creating increasing pressure on energy use, resource consumption, and the retired technology left behind.
- [Green trade statecraft needed to unlock Australia’s $100b green iron opportunity](https://econews.com.au/green-trade-statecraft-needed-to-unlock-australias-100b-green-iron-opportunity/) - A roll of hot metal in a steelmaking workshop. © Shutterstock / Smile-Sky Ztudio WWF-Australia A new report from WWF-Australia warns Australia could miss out on a $100 billion green iron and steel industry if the federal government doesn’t do more to land deals with key trading partners in Asia. Australia has eight green iron projects ready
- [World Environment Day: Construction waste holds the key to circularity](https://econews.com.au/world-environment-day-construction-waste-holds-the-key-to-circularity/) - We’re burying the solution World Environment Day this year carries the theme ‘Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future.’ It’s an invitation to look at the natural world for answers to the climate crisis. For the construction industry, one of those answers has been sitting at our feet – and we’ve been sending it
- [Don’t let nature fall silent: Wildlife Victoria issues public appeal](https://econews.com.au/dont-let-nature-fall-silent-wildlife-victoria-issues-public-appeal/) - Photo credit: Lydia Phelan for Wildlife Victoria Wildlife Victoria has issued a timely public appeal as calls to its Emergency Response Service surge, warning that without support, Australia’s unique native wildlife could ‘fall silent’. The charity, which has operated the state’s leading wildlife rescue service since 1989, has experienced a significant rise in calls for
- [Slow Food looks to the future, carrying Carlo Petrini’s legacy forward](https://econews.com.au/slow-food-looks-to-the-future-carrying-carlo-petrinis-legacy-forward/) - Carlo Petrini The global movement enters a new chapter, strengthening communities and projects that embody its founder’s vision Following three days of silence in memory of founder Carlo Petrini, Slow Food today outlines how it will continue moving forward as a global movement, reaffirming its commitment to a food system that is good, clean and
- [Plico and Alinta Energy partner to bring Plico Virtual Power Plant Rewards to NSW households](https://econews.com.au/plico-and-alinta-energy-partner-to-bring-plico-virtual-power-plant-rewards-to-nsw-households/) - Australia’s first national virtual power plant, 5,000 strong, demonstrates the value of VPPs Australian clean energy company Plico has partnered with leading energy retailer, Alinta Energy, to launch a new battery, solar and virtual power plant (VPP) offer for eligible New South Wales households. Households can participate in Plico’s independent Virtual Power Plant (VPP) and access Plico
- [Safcol Announces $80 Million Manufacturing Investment as it Expands South Australian Operations](https://econews.com.au/safcol-announces-80-million-manufacturing-investment-as-it-expands-south-australian-operations/) - Safcol Australia has announced an $80 million investment in a new purpose-built food manufacturing facility at Edinburgh in Adelaide’s north, marking a significant expansion of its production capability and one of the largest recent investments into South Australia’s food manufacturing sector. The company officially broke ground on the new site on Tuesday 2 June, alongside
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- [RMIT invests $30 million in health capability and research to close critical skills gaps and meet community needs](https://econews.com.au/rmit-invests-30-million-in-health-capability-and-research-to-close-critical-skills-gaps-and-meet-community-needs/) - RMIT University Bundoora campus RMIT University RMIT University is investing $30 million in 2026 to bolster its health and care capability, supporting Melbourne’s northern growth corridor and meeting critical skills needs in Victoria and across the nation. The majority of the investment centres on building and expanding RMIT’s health capabilities at its Bundoora campus, which
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- [Blooms The Chemist Reaches 25 Million Blister Packs Recycled with Pharmacycle](https://econews.com.au/blooms-the-chemist-reaches-25-million-blister-packs-recycled-with-pharmacycle/) - Blister pack recycling process Blooms The Chemist has reached a landmark sustainability milestone, with 25 million blister packs collected and recycled through its partnership with Pharmacycle, Australia’s only end-to-end blister pack recycling program. As the first pharmacy chain in Australia to join the program, Blooms helped make blister pack recycling accessible to communities nationwide through
- [Malaysia to surpass 2040 renewable energy target by 2031, forecasts GlobalData](https://econews.com.au/malaysia-to-surpass-2040-renewable-energy-target-by-2031-forecasts-globaldata/) - Malaysia is poised to exceed its National Energy Policy’s (NEP) 2040 renewable energy capacity target of 18.43GW by 2031, driven by aggressive large-scale solar tenders, strong policy framework, accessible financing, and rapidly improving grid integration and storage capacity that reduce lead-time risks, according to GlobalData, a leading intelligence and productivity platform. GlobalData’s latest report, “Malaysia Power
- [From backyard to global impact: why the Science of Gardening matters more than ever](https://econews.com.au/from-backyard-to-global-impact-why-the-science-of-gardening-matters-more-than-ever/) - Across Australia, a quiet shift is taking place. Backyards are becoming food sources. Balconies are turning green. Communities are swapping lawns for native plants, composting kitchen waste and learning how to grow more while using less. For many, gardening has moved beyond a hobby. It’s becoming a practical response to climate change, rising living costs,
- [Google, AirTrunk, and European Energy Australia set to launch Mulwala Solar Farm, powering Australia’s digital future](https://econews.com.au/google-airtrunk-and-european-energy-australia-set-to-launch-mulwala-solar-farm-powering-australias-digital-future/) - (L-R) Darren Blandford, European Energy Australia, Charlene Donovan, European Energy Australia, Alexander Smith, Google, Michael Hickey, European Energy Australia, Rob Bartrop, AirTrunk. The new 25 MW solar farm in New South Wales will add renewable energy capacity to the National Electricity Market Today, Google, AirTrunk, and European Energy Australia announced that the 25-megawatt (MW) solar
- [The Women’s Adventure Film Tour Presented by Mountain Designs Celebrates 10 Years in 2026](https://econews.com.au/the-womens-adventure-film-tour-presented-by-mountain-designs-celebrates-10-years-in-2026/) - The Women’s Adventure Film Tour presented by Mountain Designs returns in 2026 for its 10th Anniversary, bringing a brand-new collection of inspiring films to cinemas and community venues across Australia and New Zealand this September. Celebrating a decade of powerful storytelling, the Women’s Adventure Film Tour continues to showcase remarkable women as they explore the
- [Plastic made up half of all litter Clean Up Australia collected in 1991. Now it’s 81%](https://econews.com.au/plastic-made-up-half-of-all-litter-clean-up-australia-collected-in-1991-now-its-81/) - Clean Up Australia Chair, Pip Kiernan. When Ian Kiernan AO first asked Australians to help, forty thousand turned up. A generation later, volunteers have multiplied dramatically but so has the plastic litter. As World Environment Day approaches this Friday 5th June, Clean Up Australia is encouraging Australians to take simple, everyday actions that can make
- [Australia’s Electric Trucks Sitting Idle as Fuel Crisis Bites: Industry Hands Government a 5-Point Rescue Plan](https://econews.com.au/australias-electric-trucks-sitting-idle-as-fuel-crisis-bites-industry-hands-government-a-5-point-rescue-plan/) - Electric Vehicle Council With Australian diesel prices recently exceeding $3 per litre, the Electric Vehicle Council (EVC) today released a major new report exposing how outdated regulations are sidelining the country’s cleanest, cheapest freight technology – at the exact moment Australia needs it most. The ELECTruck report reveals that Australia’s growing fleet of zero-emission electric trucks is
- [Australian leaders bet on AI, but cost and skills barriers threaten progress](https://econews.com.au/australian-leaders-bet-on-ai-but-cost-and-skills-barriers-threaten-progress/) - New Schneider Electric research shows 67% of executives see automation as critical to competitiveness, yet many face financial and technical barriers to adoption. Half of respondents expect AI investments to pay off within three years, but a gap remains between strategic intent and operational readiness. AI adoption is accelerating in sustainability-focused areas, led by smart
- [IFS Launches IFS Zero, an agentic Emissions Operating System for Asset-Intensive Industries](https://econews.com.au/ifs-launches-ifs-zero-an-agentic-emissions-operating-system-for-asset-intensive-industries/) - Industrial AI applied: Measure, disclose, and optimise carbon emissions with IFS Zero IFS, the leading provider of Industrial AI software, today announced the launch of IFS Zero, an agentic Emissions Operating System designed for the world’s most asset-intensive industries. The new solution provides a single, unified calculation platform that enables organisations to measure, disclose, and
- [Epson Renews Its Partnership with FASHION FRONTIER PROGRAM 2026](https://econews.com.au/epson-renews-its-partnership-with-fashion-frontier-program-2026/) - Providing technical support for FFP 2025 finalists at Epson’s Fujimi Plant Now in its fifth year, the partnership is supporting the creativity and challenges of the next generation Epson has announced the continuation of its partnership with the FASHION FRONTIER PROGRAM 2026 (“FFP”), a program organised by YUIMA NAKAZATO LABORATORY that seeks to discover and
- [The water sector’s biggest problem may not be underground](https://econews.com.au/the-water-sectors-biggest-problem-may-not-be-underground/) - By Darren Butler, Vice President, Industrial Automation – Pacific Zone For decades, the performance of water and wastewater has been defined by physical infrastructure primarily pipes, pumps, and treatment assets engineered to last generations. Today, utilities are being asked to do more with systems built for a different era. At Schneider Electric, we see this
- [MGA Thermal and Knode commence FEED study for Australia’s largest industrial thermal storage project](https://econews.com.au/mga-thermal-and-knode-commence-feed-study-for-australias-largest-industrial-thermal-storage-project/) - $2.9 million ARENA-backed study marks first in active pipeline of industrial decarbonisation projects MGA Thermal has commenced a Front-End Engineering and Design (FEED) study for a 195 megawatt-hour electro-thermal energy storage (ETES) project at Tronox, the global chemicals and mining company. The country’s largest industrial-scale thermal storage project is being developed by Australian company Knode
- [Hunter Water Expands Collaboration with Itron to Advance Digital Metering Program](https://econews.com.au/hunter-water-expands-collaboration-with-itron-to-advance-digital-metering-program/) - Australian Water Utility Deploys Itron Technology to Improve Water Network Management Itron, Inc. (NASDAQ: ITRI), the intelligent infrastructure provider for modern energy and water management, is expanding its collaboration with Hunter Water, the water utility serving the Lower Hunter region of New South Wales, Australia, to support the utility’s digital water journey as part of its Digital
- [FM Hail Map Now Available Worldwide](https://econews.com.au/fm-hail-map-now-available-worldwide/) - FM’s Worldwide Hail Hazard Map now provides the most comprehensive assessment of hail risk across the globe Leading commercial property insurer FM today announced the launch of the FM Worldwide Hail Hazard Map, a new global resource designed to help organizations better understand, quantify and reduce exposure to the growing threat of hail damage. Hail has emerged as one of the fastest?growing contributors to property loss over the past decade, driven by evolving climate conditions, including the increasing frequency and severity
- [Two million Return and Earn containers donated to Jeans for Genes](https://econews.com.au/two-million-return-and-earn-containers-donated-to-jeans-for-genes/) - Alessia, who was featured in the Jeans for Genes fundraising campaign, and Marjo celebrate raising over $210,000 with Return and Earn. Return and Earn Over $210,000 has been raised to support scientific research into treatments and cures for children’s genetic conditions, thanks to Return and Earn recyclers. Recyclers embraced the Jeans for Genes fundraising campaign, sharing the
- [Flooding is getting worse – preparedness is key](https://econews.com.au/flooding-is-getting-worse-preparedness-is-key/) - Major rainfall is presenting a significant flood risk. The Gold Coast has experienced a record three days of rainfall, with rescue teams receiving over 300 emergency calls over the three-day period. Meanwhile Adelaide’s emergency services responded to 160 emergency calls during its recent storm. With extreme weather events becoming more frequent and out of flooding season, there here has never been a more important time for Australian business to review their flood preparedness plans. With CSIRO’s reports suggesting that rainfall events
- [Renewables and batteries bring down electricity prices for East Coast households and businesses – amid rising network costs](https://econews.com.au/renewables-and-batteries-bring-down-electricity-prices-for-east-coast-households-and-businesses-amid-rising-network-costs/) - Sydney Renter Dale Solar Citizens welcomes the Australian Energy Regulator (AER) announcement today that electricity prices are expected to fall by up to 10% for households and up to 20% per year for businesses on the east coast, but warns of network driven price rises on the horizon. “This is the strongest evidence yet that
- [SUCCESSFUL CAPACITY INVESTMENT SCHEME BID ANCHORS GAMUDA RENEWABLES CENTRAL TASMANIA ENERGY PORTFOLIO](https://econews.com.au/successful-capacity-investment-scheme-bid-anchors-gamuda-renewables-central-tasmania-energy-portfolio/) - Federal Assistant Minister for Climate Change and Energy Josh Wilson has announced the 19 successful projects selected under the Capacity Investment Scheme, with Gamuda Renewable Pty Ltd’s (Gamuda Renewables) two Tasmanian projects amongst the winners. The Weasel Solar Farm and Cellars Hill Wind Farm were both selected and were the only two Tasmanian projects approved
- [Monash scientists create tiny on-chip circuit that could power next-generation quantum and AI technologies](https://econews.com.au/monash-scientists-create-tiny-on-chip-circuit-that-could-power-next-generation-quantum-and-ai-technologies/) - An artist’s illustration of a photonic valleytronic chip for information processing. Image credit: Chi Li Monash University Researchers from Monash University have developed a breakthrough nanoscale circuit that can generate, direct and read light-based information, all on a single chip. The new technology, developed by scientists in the Monash School of Physics and Astronomy, brings together
- [Lower default power bills for NSW as renewable plan delivers](https://econews.com.au/lower-default-power-bills-for-nsw-as-renewable-plan-delivers/) - Chris Minns Premier of New South Wales Penny Sharpe Minister for Climate Change, Minister for Energy Minister for the Environment, Minister for Heritage Leader of the Government in the Legislative Council More renewable energy flowing into the system is helping place downward pressure on electricity prices, with the Default Market Offer in NSW set to
- [100% of Challenger Gold Concentrate Sold](https://econews.com.au/100-of-challenger-gold-concentrate-sold/) - GDMs Challenger Mines Gold Concentrate is destined to the worlds leading trading markets GDM Secures International Offtake Agreement for Challenger Gold Mine Great Divide Mining Ltd (ASX:GDM) has secured a binding international offtake agreement for all the gold concentrate produced from its recommissioned Challenger Gold Mine at Adelong, NSW, for the next 12 months. The
- [The overlooked reason projects face growing pushback across Australia](https://econews.com.au/the-overlooked-reason-projects-face-growing-pushback-across-australia/) - Major projects across Australia – from housing developments and transport infrastructure to renewable energy and urban renewal projects – are at risk of being delayed due to a lack of early and meaningful engagement. Australia’s leading community engagement consultancy Capire, an RSK Group company, is urging governments, agencies and policy makers to address the key reason for local
- [Cleantech REPS gets $23.6M to turn road traffic into clean electricity at scale](https://econews.com.au/cleantech-reps-gets-23-6m-to-turn-road-traffic-into-clean-electricity-at-scale/) - REPS patented technology converts vehicle traffic into electrical energy. In 6 months since first it has generated over 6,700 kWh of electricity from real traffic conditions. Every day, enormous amounts of energy are lost through motion, pressure, and vibration. On roads, that loss is constant, predictable, and concentrated in the same places over and over
- [World-leading climate action starts with everyday sustainable living](https://econews.com.au/world-leading-climate-action-starts-with-everyday-sustainable-living/) - The University of Tasmania has been ranked #1 globally for Climate Action, #1 globally for Life on Land in the 2025 and #4 overall globally against all the SDGs combined in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings, recognition that reflects a whole-of-university commitment to sustainability, from research and operations to education and community action. At a time
- [Aussie Bird Count: Magpies on top after Australia counted a record-breaking 5 million birds in one week](https://econews.com.au/aussie-bird-count-magpies-on-top-after-australia-counted-a-record-breaking-5-million-birds-in-one-week/) - Australian Magpie Photo Credit: Glenn Ehmke Over 5 million birds counted 64,000 participants submitted a combined 153,000 checklists 621 different species observed The results of BirdLife Australia’s Aussie Bird Count are in with a record breaking 5 million birds counted during the week-long national bird counting frenzy held in October last year. 64,000 Australians took part
- [Weekly Update – Global Fertiliser Markets – w/e 22.05.2026: A TALE OF TWO MARKETS: Weak Demand vs Tight Supply](https://econews.com.au/weekly-update-global-fertiliser-markets-w-e-22-05-2026-a-tale-of-two-markets-weak-demand-vs-tight-supply/) - Markets split between weakening Urea demand and tightening Phosphate and Ammonia supply UREA PRICES UNDER PRESSURE FROM SUBDUED DEMAND, BUT AN INDIA TENDER COULD TURN THINGS AROUND GRANULAR PHOSPHATE PRICES TO CONTINUE TO RISE ON THE BACK OF LACK OF SUPPLY; CHINA STILL NOT EXPORTING POTASH REMAINS THE MOST AFFORDABLE MAJOR NUTRIENT AMMONIA PRICES EXPECTED
- [You can learn much more than how to cook a sausage at The Lions Club of Werribee](https://econews.com.au/you-can-learn-much-more-than-how-to-cook-a-sausage-at-the-lions-club-of-werribee/) - Joining the Lions Club of Werribee is more than volunteering, it is an opportunity to develop leadership skills, build lifelong friendships, and make a genuine difference in your local community. As part of the global Lions Clubs International network, Werribee Lions members gain access to world-class leadership and personal development resources through the Lion Portal
- [CARE welcomes UN General Assembly vote in favour of the ICJ’s landmark ruling on global climate responsibility](https://econews.com.au/care-welcomes-un-general-assembly-vote-in-favour-of-the-icjs-landmark-ruling-on-global-climate-responsibility/) - Evidence of the recent Tropical Cyclone Judy and Tropical Cyclone Kevin can be observed along the coastline of Sulphur Bay on Tanna Island, where debris washed ashore during the two Category 4 hurricanes in March of 2023. Global women and girls NGO CARE, has welcomed the United Nations General Assembly’s (UNGA) vote in favour of a landmark resolution
- [Platypus population expands to 20 in Royal National Park: latest survey](https://econews.com.au/platypus-population-expands-to-20-in-royal-national-park-latest-survey/) - Associate Professor Gilad Bino and Dr Tahneal Hawke from the UNSW Platypus Conservation Initiative surveying the platypus population in Royal National Park. Photo: Gilad Bino UNSW Sydney Key facts: Three years after their historic reintroduction to Royal National Park, platypuses are now breeding, dispersing and being spotted by visitors along the Hacking River, say UNSW
- [Surge in feral horse numbers expose growing damage inside Kosciuszko retention zones](https://econews.com.au/surge-in-feral-horse-numbers-expose-growing-damage-inside-kosciuszko-retention-zones/) - The Invasive Species Council says the latest feral horse population survey results show a huge, but not unexpected, population rebound in parts of Kosciuszko National Park where aerial control was paused last year, highlighting the urgent need to scrap the retention zones that were put in place by the NSW government back in 2021. The
- [Greenspace Brings Sustainable Food Production to Brisbane CBD with National Expansion of its Urban Farming Network](https://econews.com.au/greenspace-brings-sustainable-food-production-to-brisbane-cbd-with-national-expansion-of-its-urban-farming-network/) - Peter Fox, Greenspace and John Bristowe, Amora Hotel Brisbane Greenspace, a leader in commercial urban agriculture is transforming how hotels and businesses approach food, sustainability and ESG with the launch of Brisbane’s first sustainable commercial urban Macrofarm. Greenspace has delivered the first commercial integration of their centralised Macrofarm in the Amora Hotel Brisbane, embedding food
- [Frank Green Founder Declares War on Global Plastic Wrap](https://econews.com.au/frank-green-founder-declares-war-on-global-plastic-wrap/) - Benjamin Young The Australian entrepreneur who built frank green into a global re-usable powerhouse has launched a new venture to eliminate the millions of tonnes of single-use plastic wrap dumped into landfills every year. Australian companies use 100,000 tonnes of plastic pallet wrap every year – enough to wrap the Earth more than 270 times
- [Carlo Petrini, Founder of Slow Food, Passes Away at 76](https://econews.com.au/carlo-petrini-founder-of-slow-food-passes-away-at-76/) - Carlo Petrini Visionary leader behind the global movement for good, clean and fair food for all leaves an enduring legacy Yesterday, in the town of Bra (Italy), Carlo Petrini passed away at the age of 76. A visionary leader and public intellectual with a profound commitment to the common good, human relationships, and the natural
- [EDP secures ARENA grant for community energy resilience](https://econews.com.au/edp-secures-arena-grant-for-community-energy-resilience/) - EDP secures funding agreement from ARENA for the development of the Braidwood Renewable Microgrid Project, featuring 5MWac of solar capacity co-located with a 5MW/10MWh battery energy storage system (BESS). When successfully demonstrated in Braidwood, the microgrid solution could provide the basis for replication in areas where the grid is vulnerable to unplanned outages. EDP, through EDP
- [Navigating the Post-May 1 Battery Rebate: Why the Anker SOLIX X1 is the Perfect Match](https://econews.com.au/navigating-the-post-may-1-battery-rebate-why-the-anker-solix-x1-is-the-perfect-match/) - Australia’s household battery market officially entered a new era on May 1. With the baseline STC (Small-scale Technology Certificate) factor dropping from 8.4 to 6.4, the cost of installing a solar battery has noticeably increased across the board. However, the real game-changer isn’t just the baseline drop—it’s the newly introduced tiered subsidy structure. Under the current
- [Sydney Fish Market Celebrates Seafood Excellence at Inaugural Awards Night in New Home](https://econews.com.au/sydney-fish-market-celebrates-seafood-excellence-at-inaugural-awards-night-in-new-home/) - Sydney Fish Market last night celebrated the very best of Australia’s seafood industry at the 2026 Seafood Excellence Awards, honouring eight winners across categories spanning business innovation, environmental stewardship, primary production, research, restaurant excellence and leadership. For the first time, the event was held at the new Sydney Seafood School within the new Sydney Fish
- [C40 CITIES & UN-HABITAT URBAN PLANNING ACCELERATOR TAKES CENTRE STAGE DURING WORLD URBAN FORUM IN BAKU](https://econews.com.au/c40-cities-un-habitat-urban-planning-accelerator-takes-centre-stage-during-world-urban-forum-in-baku/) - 33 global cities commit to adopting a climate-responsive urban planning model by 2035 to cut emissions, reduce climate risks, and build more inclusive and resilient urban futures As cities around the world face escalating climate threats, housing shortages, and entrenched inequality, the C40 Cities and UN-Habitat Urban Planning Accelerator emerged as a major highlight of the World
- [APAC to dominate global HVDC converter station market through 2031, forecasts GlobalData](https://econews.com.au/apac-to-dominate-global-hvdc-converter-station-market-through-2031-forecasts-globaldata/) - The global high voltage direct current (HVDC) converter station market is entering a phase of unprecedented growth, fueled by a powerful combination of government policy mandates, renewable energy ambitions, and escalating investment in modern power infrastructure. The global HVDC converter station market is projected to experience robust growth from 2026 to 2031, dominated by the Asia-Pacific
- [Intium invests in specialist equipment to support  delivery reliability](https://econews.com.au/intium-invests-in-specialist-equipment-to-support-delivery-reliability/) - Strategic equipment ownership model supports project milestones and delivery resilience for the Parkes Special Activation Precinct. As Australia’s energy infrastructure market faces increasing levels of activity, placing greater pressure on specialist transmission resources and an already stretched hire market, Intium is investing in and deploying its own specialist transmission equipment to improve control over key
- [New project to study how things are heating up in the agriculture industry](https://econews.com.au/new-project-to-study-how-things-are-heating-up-in-the-agriculture-industry/) - Farms are having increases in water costs because of water spaying heat stressed cows. Picture: Kerstin Zander Charles Darwin University As Australia’s agricultural sector tries to navigate more frequent and intense heatwaves, a new project by Charles Darwin University (CDU) aims to better understand the impact of the climate extreme on this essential industry. The
- [REDEARTH EXPANDS INSTALLER SUPPORT WITH AUSTRALIAN-BASED QUALIFIED ELECTRICIANS](https://econews.com.au/redearth-expands-installer-support-with-australian-based-qualified-electricians/) - Left to Right: Derek Nicol, Senior Electrician, Izack Pitman, Electrical Technician Support Officer and Shazil Khan, Electrician. Australian made energy storage solutions provider, RedEarth Energy Storage (RedEarth) announced today that it has expanded its customer success team to 12 staff, including Australian-based qualified electricians, to support its installer partners. The expansion of the customer success
- [REFLECTIONS BYRON BAY RAISES THE ROOF ON TRENDING ACCOMMODATION](https://econews.com.au/reflections-byron-bay-raises-the-roof-on-trending-accommodation/) - View from deck, landscape – Byron Bay Signature Tiny Home TWO new beachfront tiny homes with luxe rooftop sun decks and unparalleled views over iconic destination Clarkes Beach and The Pass are turning heads as an “accommodation first” at Reflections Byron Bay and the village of Byron in northern New South Wales. Nick Baker, chief
- [Fast-food waste driven by wrong orders: study](https://econews.com.au/fast-food-waste-driven-by-wrong-orders-study/) - Associate Professor Li Ping Thong RMIT University A review into food waste in Australia’s quick service restaurants has found order mistakes are the biggest driver of food waste, with better staff training a key part of the solution. The quick service restaurant sector includes fast-food and takeaway outlets that serve quickly prepared meals with minimal
- [Why Australian Businesses Are Turning to Commercial Solar and Battery Storage in 2026](https://econews.com.au/why-australian-businesses-are-turning-to-commercial-solar-and-battery-storage-in-2026/) - By Prabhjeet Singh, Positive Carbon Australian businesses are facing a new energy reality in 2026. Rising electricity prices, growing pressure to reduce emissions, and increasing demand for energy independence are forcing commercial property owners to rethink how they power their operations. For many businesses, the solution is no longer just installing solar panels. The focus has
- [Weekly Update – Global Fertiliser Markets – w/e 15.05.2026: Global Fertilizer Markets Enter Holding Pattern Amid Hormuz Closure](https://econews.com.au/weekly-update-global-fertiliser-markets-w-e-15-05-2026-global-fertilizer-markets-enter-holding-pattern-amid-hormuz-closure/) - Global Fertilizer Markets enter Holding Pattern amid Hormuz-closure. • Global urea markets appear to be hibernating on the back of the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz and the mammoth India tender • Phosphate markets were less active this week, although prices continued to increase on the back of tight availability and the continued
- [Yarra Valley Water Reaches Major Digital Meter Milestone](https://econews.com.au/yarra-valley-water-reaches-major-digital-meter-milestone/) - Yarra Valley Water Customer, Simon Yarra Valley Water has now installed over 50,000 digital water meters across its network, with customers already benefiting from improved water?use information, as roll-out progresses across Melbourne’s northern and eastern suburbs. Building on the strong results of its trial phase, Yarra Valley Water is continuing its phased upgrade across its network, with around 900,000 digital meters due to
- [Macroscope: Markets in denial over AI and oil shock](https://econews.com.au/macroscope-markets-in-denial-over-ai-and-oil-shock/) - Markets may be underestimating the economic impact of the Hormuz disruption even as AI optimism accelerates — creating a growing disconnect between buoyant markets, fragile consumers and geopolitical risk, according to Sahil Mahtani, Director, Investment Institute. What does an investment strategist do? It is not an old profession and the analogy to military strategists is
- [CABI launches Global Partnership for Pesticide Risk Reduction](https://econews.com.au/cabi-launches-global-partnership-for-pesticide-risk-reduction/) - CABI and its partners will launch the “Global Partnership for Pesticide Risk Reduction” tomorrow, bringing together leading stakeholders from the public and private sector to advance a shared commitment to address pesticide risks worldwide. While synthetic pesticides have contributed significantly to protecting crop yields, growing evidence shows some ingredients pose risks to human and animal
- [Antarctic DNA offers vital clues to pinpointing rising sea levels](https://econews.com.au/antarctic-dna-offers-vital-clues-to-pinpointing-rising-sea-levels/) - Monash University Researchers say accurately predicting Antarctica’s impact on global sea levels is an urgent priority that can be achieved by analysing the DNA of tiny land animals, pinpointing the continent’s icy past to paint a clearer picture of the future. In the commentary published in the journal One Earth, co-authored by scientists from Monash University,
- [Australian National Maritime Museum welcomes the handover of Australia’s earliest boat from the NSW Government](https://econews.com.au/australian-national-maritime-museum-welcomes-the-handover-of-australias-earliest-boat-from-the-nsw-government/) - Australian National Maritime Museum Vessel is a gateway to the establishment of Sydney’s maritime economy – Business Sydney calls for support The Australian National Maritime Museum today welcomed the handover from the NSW Government of the Barangaroo Boat into the National Maritime Collection, marking an important step in preserving the vessel for future generations and
- [Smart soil design to stop Australia’s underground water pipelines from corroding](https://econews.com.au/smart-soil-design-to-stop-australias-underground-water-pipelines-from-corroding/) - AI-generated image Monash University Engineers are rethinking the soil surrounding buried pipelines in a bid to help reduce Australia’s billion-dollar annual corrosion problem and extend the lifespan of critical infrastructure. Monash research, published in Geotechnical and Geological Engineering, explores how specially designed backfill materials could be used as an active corrosion protection system rather than simply
- [Forestry plan sets direction for local jobs and long-term careers](https://econews.com.au/forestry-plan-sets-direction-for-local-jobs-and-long-term-careers/) - Tiwi Plantations Corporation Chair Gibson Farmer Illortaminni and CDU Northern Institute Research Associate Alicia Boyle with the Tiwi Forestry Workforce Plan 2026–2030. Charles Darwin University The month of May marks the approaching end of the fiscal year for many businesses and a rush to find receipts and finalise financials, but for one Tiwi Islands organisation,
- [CEFC invests $10 million to accelerate electric  refrigeration across Australian fleets](https://econews.com.au/cefc-invests-10-million-to-accelerate-electric-refrigeration-across-australian-fleets/) - Sunswap electric trucks The CEFC has committed up to $10 million to drive the introduction of low-emissions electric transport refrigeration in Australia to cut diesel use and reduce emissions across the cold chain logistics sector. Sunswap’s fully electric, solar-assisted refrigeration units, called Endurance, are designed to replace diesel powered units commonly fitted to refrigerated trailers.
- [EcoCeres and Bridge Data Centres Complete First HVO-Powered Backup Fuel Pilot for Data Centres in Asia Pacific](https://econews.com.au/ecoceres-and-bridge-data-centres-complete-first-hvo-powered-backup-fuel-pilot-for-data-centres-in-asia-pacific/) - EcoCeres, a global leader in the innovation and commercialization of renewable fuels and green molecules, and Bridge Data Centres (BDC), a Singapore-headquartered hyperscale data centre provider, have successfully completed Southeast Asia’s first pilot using hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) to power backup generators at BDC’s data centre campus. The pilot marks an important milestone in decarbonizing
- [UK Agritech Innovators Heading to New Zealand to Road-Test the Future of Farming](https://econews.com.au/uk-agritech-innovators-heading-to-new-zealand-to-road-test-the-future-of-farming/) - Auckland, NZ – Six UK agritech innovators developing technologies spanning AI-enabled livestock systems, digital-twin carbon tracking, circular agriculture, sustainable horticulture and on-farm energy generation are heading to New Zealand in 2026 as part of the Innovate UK Global Incubator Programme (GIP), creating new opportunities for local industry, investors and research institutions to collaborate on the
- [Keeping water meters cosy this winter](https://econews.com.au/keeping-water-meters-cosy-this-winter/) - As frosty mornings return, safeguarding your water meter can help protect your pipes, keep your water flowing and avoid unnecessary disruptions. Greater Western Water (GWW) is encouraging customers to safeguard their water meters against freezing as winter temperatures drop. When temperatures drop below 0°C and frost sets in, exposed water meters and above-ground pipes can
- [Construction begins on NSW’s first end-to-end green hydrogen hub](https://econews.com.au/construction-begins-on-nsws-first-end-to-end-green-hydrogen-hub/) - Penny Sharpe Minister for Climate Change Minister for Energy Minister for the Environment Minister for Heritage Leader of the Government in the Legislative Council Construction has started on NSW’s first end-to-end hydrogen and ammonia production plant, The Good Earth Green Hydrogen and Ammonia (GEGHA) project, near Moree. GEGHA’s plant will boost NSW’s ability to produce
- [Lions Club of Werribee’s new pilot to lead one of the most visible and scalable community-driven environmental initiatives within Lions Australia.](https://econews.com.au/lions-club-of-werribees-new-pilot-to-lead-one-of-the-most-visible-and-scalable-community-driven-environmental-initiatives-within-lions-australia/) - “The Werribee Lions Canopy Portal pilot project represents far more than a digital platform. It is an opportunity for the Lions Club of Werribee and it’s Eco Club to lead one of the most visible and scalable community-driven environmental initiatives within Lions Australia, ” said Tim Langdon, Publisher of Eco Voice and Treasurer of the
- [GCCEC TRACKS AHEAD ON KEY SUSTAINABILITY TARGETS](https://econews.com.au/gccec-tracks-ahead-on-key-sustainability-targets/) - GCCEC 10c Bottle Collection Program The Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCCEC) is tracking ahead of key targets in its five-year sustainability plan, delivering strong waste diversion results at the close of year two. A structured waste management plan is now embedded across all areas of the venue, driving a consistent approach to how
- [Foreshore rehabilitation partnership gets to the point](https://econews.com.au/foreshore-rehabilitation-partnership-gets-to-the-point/) - LMCC Deputy CEO David Hughes and Biraban LALC CEO Jamie Williams check out the rehabilitated site Lake Macquarie City Council has joined forces with Biraban Local Aboriginal Land Council to preserve one of the city’s most scenic stretches of lakeside land. Council project staff worked alongside Aboriginal heritage officers from the land council to rehabilitate
- [SMA Australia’s 2026 Federal Budget response: Investment certainty, grid stability and project bankability matter just as much as headline renewable targets.](https://econews.com.au/sma-australias-2026-federal-budget-response-investment-certainty-grid-stability-and-project-bankability-matter-just-as-much-as-headline-renewable-targets/) - SMA Australia Australia’s energy transition is entering a more mature investment phase: one where investment certainty, grid stability and project bankability matter just as much as headline renewable targets. Australia already has a strong pipeline of utility-scale solar and battery storage projects. The focus now must be on enabling high-quality projects to progress efficiently from
- [First $60 million in community benefits unlocked by the New England Renewable Energy Zone](https://econews.com.au/first-60-million-in-community-benefits-unlocked-by-the-new-england-renewable-energy-zone/) - Penny Sharpe Minister for Climate Change Minister for Energy Minister for the Environment Minister for Heritage Leader of the Government in the Legislative Council New England and Upper Hunter communities will share in an initial $60 million investment to deliver local infrastructure, services and employment opportunities as part of the New England Renewable Energy Zone.
- [GDM Fast-Tracks Cash Flow Through Historic Tailings Recovery at Challenger.](https://econews.com.au/gdm-fast-tracks-cash-flow-through-historic-tailings-recovery-at-challenger/) - Cashflow from historic mine waste at GDMs Challenger-Mine Great Divide Mining Ltd (ASX:GDM) (“GDM” or “the Company”) is pleased to advise that the Company is expanding the scale of recovery and processing of historic surface mine waste at its Challenger Gold Mine near Adelong, NSW. The Company has recently completed reconstruction of historical site access
- [Launch of ECOsmart sustainability certification Greengage Solutions in Australia](https://econews.com.au/launch-of-ecosmart-sustainability-certification-greengage-solutions-in-australia/) - Greengage Solutions CEO Andrew Perolls (5th from left) with the team from Discover the World (including CEO Ian Murray (4th from left) at a recent meeting in the UK. ECOsmart sustainability certification launches in Australia through partnership with Discover the World A new partnership between Greengage Solutions and Discover the World has brought the ECOsmart
- [Yarra Valley Water brings bill support pop?ups to Melbourne’s north and east](https://econews.com.au/yarra-valley-water-brings-bill-support-pop-ups-to-melbournes-north-and-east/) - Yarra Valley Water is bringing face-to-face financial support to Darebin, Manningham and Banyule households this May and June, making it easier for residents to get help with their water bills. Yarra Valley Water’s financial support team will host a series of pop?up events, giving customers the chance to have a friendly, in person chat about
- [Juveniles emerge as Woylies thrive across WA’s wider Wheatbelt](https://econews.com.au/juveniles-emerge-as-woylies-thrive-across-was-wider-wheatbelt/) - A Woylie bounces through the Wheatbelt. © Zarah Wessels Life beyond the fence is shaping up to be full of promise for the threatened Woylie (Brush-tailed Bettong), with initial surveys showing the marsupials are faring well almost a year after being moved outside a feral predator-free exclosure in Western Australia’s Wheatbelt. Their release was part of a trial to
- [SAFF® technology progresses to world-leading sewage PFAS trial](https://econews.com.au/saff-technology-progresses-to-world-leading-sewage-pfas-trial/) - Work-ready SAFF® PFAS remediation technology pictured arriving at a confidential sewage treatment plant. Australian company EPOC Enviro’s Surface-Active Foam Fractionation (SAFF®) technology has commenced a full-scale PFAS remediation trial at an Australian wastewater treatment facility following compelling bench-scale performance in sewage. Bench-scale testing demonstrated exceptional PFAS removal across both the liquid and solids phases of
- [Budget investment in consumer energy resources can unlock more ambitious visions for the sector](https://econews.com.au/budget-investment-in-consumer-energy-resources-can-unlock-more-ambitious-visions-for-the-sector/) - The Federal Government’s budget commitment to a new Consumer Energy Resources (CER) National Technical Regulator is a welcome announcement that can unlock more ambitious visions for the future of Australia’s grid, says the RACE for 2030 cooperative research centre. The 2026–27 Federal Budget allocates $25.3 million over four years to establish the national regulator, as part of a broader $97.3
- [Samsara Eco expands Nylon Materials Collective with Outdoor Industry Association and leading global brands](https://econews.com.au/samsara-eco-expands-nylon-materials-collective-with-outdoor-industry-association-and-leading-global-brands/) - Circular materials innovator, Samsara Eco today announced the expansion of its Nylon Materials Collective, welcoming the Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) alongside leading global brands including Burton, W. L. Gore & Associates, Black Diamond Equipment, Red Wing Shoe Company, and Big Agnes. The expansion marks a significant milestone for the Collective, which launched in November 2025
- [ARBS 2026 Closes on Record Numbers as Industry Gathers in Force](https://econews.com.au/arbs-2026-closes-on-record-numbers-as-industry-gathers-in-force/) - ARBS 2026 has closed its doors at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre following three days that drew record attendance and set a new benchmark for the biennial event. A total of 10,200 attendees made this the largest ARBS in the exhibition’s history, with more than 300 exhibitors filling a 19,000m² show floor — the largest
- [Schneider Electric reports strong early progress under new sustainability roadmap, Impact 2030](https://econews.com.au/schneider-electric-reports-strong-early-progress-under-new-sustainability-roadmap-impact-2030/) - Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, today published the 2026 first-quarter results of its new sustainability roadmap, Impact 2030. Building on Schneider Electric’s long-standing leadership and distinctive approach to sustainability, Impact 2030 structures the Group’s ambition around four strategic pillars – electrifying the world, reinventing the industry, unlocking human potential, and empowering local communities –
- [Using vessel movements to forecast invasive seaweed spread](https://econews.com.au/using-vessel-movements-to-forecast-invasive-seaweed-spread/) - Handfuls of Caulerpa. CREDIT: Richie Hughes, Earth Sciences NZ Australian Institute of Marine Science Key facts: Research led by AIMS used vessel movement analysis to predict the spread of invasive Caulerpa seaweed species in New Zealand’s coastal waters. Scientists identified high-risk locations, likely spread routes, and potential worst-case scenarios using data from 4,000 anchorage events
- [Epson named CitySwitch Champion for third consecutive year](https://econews.com.au/epson-named-cityswitch-champion-for-third-consecutive-year/) - (l-r) Epson Australia’s environment and sustainability manager Fatida Un and North Sydney Mayor Zoë Baker Recognising ongoing commitment to sustainability and carbon management Epson Australia has been recognised as a CitySwitch Champion for the third consecutive year, affirming the company’s long-term commitment to sustainability leadership, carbon management and practical climate action across its Australian operations. The CitySwitch Awards celebrate businesses
- [Weekly Update – Global Fertiliser Markets – w/e 08.05.2026: Global urea markets cool as affordability pressure builds across](https://econews.com.au/weekly-update-global-fertiliser-markets-w-e-08-05-2026-global-urea-markets-cool-as-affordability-pressure-builds-across/) - Global fertiliser markets softened this week as affordability constraints, geopolitical uncertainty, and diverging regional supply conditions continued to reshape nutrient pricing and trade flows. Nitrogen markets, particularly urea, showed signs of cooling following recent Indian tender activity, while phosphates remain fundamentally tight despite growing buyer resistance to higher prices. Potash prices continued to edge higher
- [Surplus food gets a second life as Australia looks for ways to cut landfill waste](https://econews.com.au/surplus-food-gets-a-second-life-as-australia-looks-for-ways-to-cut-landfill-waste/) - Leading Australian pet brand is revolutionising repurposed food and turning it into pup-approved goodness that’s also good for the planet Australia wastes at least 7.6 million tonnes of food each year*, but an Australian-first initiative is turning that problem into part of the solution, rescuing surplus market produce and transforming it into dog treats and meal boosters.
- [Strong field lines up for Gold Coast waste-to-energy project](https://econews.com.au/strong-field-lines-up-for-gold-coast-waste-to-energy-project/) - Gold Coast Mayor and ARRC Chair Tom Tate A who’s who of local and international residual waste-to-energy proponents have flagged their preliminary interest in working with the City of Gold Coast’s Advanced Resource Recovery Centre (ARRC) to deliver its residual waste-to-energy facility at Stapylton. In February 2026, the City of Gold Coast launched an international Open Expression of Interest (EOI) to identify partners to design, build,
- [Canopy Accelerator Cooperative is on a winning streak!](https://econews.com.au/canopy-accelerator-cooperative-is-on-a-winning-streak/) - Canopy Accelerator Cooperative is on a winning streak! We’re thrilled to share that Canopy Accelerator Cooperative took home the Runner-up prize at the 2026 Wyndham Pitch Competition! The Board is pictured here with Cr Larry Zhao and Past President of the Werribee Lion’s Club, Lion Raymond Loh, together with our winnings: $3,000 from Wyndham City
- [Beyond Bigger Batteries: How Anker SOLIX XE Signals a New Phase for Australia’s Home Energy Revolution](https://econews.com.au/beyond-bigger-batteries-how-anker-solix-xe-signals-a-new-phase-for-australias-home-energy-revolution/) - Symons Xie, General Manager APAC for Anker SOLIX By Jonathan Raymond Econews.com.au Australia’s residential battery market is entering a new era — one defined not by size, but by smarter energy management, faster payback, and systems designed for the realities of a rapidly changing grid. At Sydney’s Smart Energy Conference & Exhibition in May, Anker
- [Highlights of Federal Energy Minister, Hon. Chris Bowen’s address to the Smart Energy Conference, Sydney, 6 May 2026](https://econews.com.au/highlights-of-federal-energy-minister-hon-chris-bowens-address-to-the-smart-energy-conference-sydney-6-may-2026/) - Energy Minister Hon. Chris Bowen addresses Smart Energy Conference, Sydney, 6 May 2026 Well friends, a lot has happened since we gathered here last year. Last time I spoke at this conference it was a couple of days after we just announced our 2025 election commitment of a cheaper home battery policy for Australia. In
- [New supplier to run New Zealand Emissions Trading Scheme auctions](https://econews.com.au/new-supplier-to-run-new-zealand-emissions-trading-scheme-auctions/) - The Ministry for the Environment has contracted a new supplier to run Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) auctions. The new supplier is CBL Markets (Australia) Pty, a subsidiary of global environmental markets expert Xpansiv Limited, which trades as ‘Xpansiv’. The appointment follows an open tender process in line with Government procurement rules requiring the Ministry to
- [The Kennedy Foundation Welcomes Comms Declare as New Awards Partner](https://econews.com.au/the-kennedy-foundation-welcomes-comms-declare-as-new-awards-partner/) - The Kennedy Foundation is proud to welcome climate communications charity Comms Declare as a new partner in this year’s Kennedy Awards, further strengthening the Foundation’s commitment to recognising excellence in Australian journalism. Representing more than 100 organisations and hundreds of communications professionals across Oceania, Comms Declare brings a powerful and values-driven voice to the Kennedy community. The
- [Volvo Penta and Aus Ships have announced a landmark collaboration to develop Australia’s first 100% electric passenger ferry, marking a significant step.](https://econews.com.au/volvo-penta-and-aus-ships-have-announced-a-landmark-collaboration-to-develop-australias-first-100-electric-passenger-ferry-marking-a-significant-step/) - Volvo Penta and Aus Ships collaborate on Australia’s first fully electric passenger ferry. In a significant step forward for sustainable marine transport, Aus Ships and Volvo Penta have announced a landmark collaboration to develop Australia’s first 100% electric accessible passenger ferry. Currently under construction, with commissioning due to be complete in Q4 2026, after which
- [Council, primary school ‘Kermit’ to expanding frog habitat](https://econews.com.au/council-primary-school-kermit-to-expanding-frog-habitat/) - Wendy Gleen teaches Blacksmiths PS students about the importance of saving the froglet habitat The tiny wallum froglet is barely bigger than a fingernail, but its importance in gauging the health of fragile coastal ecosystems is enormous. Intrepid students at Blacksmiths Public School are joining forces with Lake Macquarie City Council to help conserve the
- [Gondwana Ecotours Launches NEW Antarctica Expedition Led by Veteran Polar Guide and Company Founder](https://econews.com.au/gondwana-ecotours-launches-new-antarctica-expedition-led-by-veteran-polar-guide-and-company-founder/) - Adventure travel company Gondwana Ecotours is proud to announce the launch of its newest small-group expedition, Antarctica: Penguins & Polar Frontiers. This journey redefines the trip to the Seventh Continent by blending the cultural depth of Argentina with a masterfully led voyage to the Antarctic Peninsula. Starting in the vibrant neighborhoods of Buenos Aires and moving
- [Tetra Pak to showcase how innovation drives growth and scalable outcomes at foodpro 2026](https://econews.com.au/tetra-pak-to-showcase-how-innovation-drives-growth-and-scalable-outcomes-at-foodpro-2026/) - Tetra Pak Control Room Tetra Pak Oceania will demonstrate how innovation moves beyond ideas and into real, scalable manufacturing outcomes – helping food and beverage manufacturers unlock new growth opportunities and bring products to market faster at Australia’s premier food and beverage industry event, foodpro 2026, taking place 26 – 29 July at the Melbourne
- [Sound waves create mist that can act like ‘plant sunscreen’](https://econews.com.au/sound-waves-create-mist-that-can-act-like-plant-sunscreen/) - An RMIT sound-wave nebuliser applies a fine mist coating to a plant leaf during laboratory testing. Credit: Will Wright, RMIT University RMIT University RMIT University researchers have developed a new way to coat fragile surfaces, including living plant leaves, using high?frequency sound waves to create a fine mist that can act like a plant sunscreen.
- [SMA Australia strengthens leadership structure to support next phase of large-scale energy transition](https://econews.com.au/sma-australia-strengthens-leadership-structure-to-support-next-phase-of-large-scale-energy-transition/) - John Alexander & Sam Wiggins SMA Australia, part of SMA Solar Technology AG, has appointed Sam Wiggins as Managing Director, as part of a new dual leadership structure, reflecting SMA Australia’s dedicated focus on its Large Scale business. SMA has been part of Australia’s renewable energy journey from the beginning, supplying technology to some of
- [Epson celebrates innovation and sustainable design at Australian Fashion Week 2026](https://econews.com.au/epson-celebrates-innovation-and-sustainable-design-at-australian-fashion-week-2026/) - (l-r) Epson Australia Managing Director Craig Heckenberg, Samantha Delgos, General Manager, Australian Fashion Council, Marianne Perkovic, Executive Chair, Australian Fashion Council and Epson Australia Corporate Marketing Manager, Priscilla Dickason As the official digital print and projector partner of the Australian Fashion Council (AFC), Epson Australia has announced its participation in Australian Fashion Week 2026, taking place from 11–15 May 2026 at the Museum of
- [As food costs climb, Victorian communities find new ways to put fresh food on the table](https://econews.com.au/as-food-costs-climb-victorian-communities-find-new-ways-to-put-fresh-food-on-the-table/) - Anton and Jayne at the farm Box Divvy With grocery prices continuing to stretch household budgets, and rising fuel costs placing pressure across the food supply chain, more Victorians are rethinking how they access food, turning to local, community-led models to make fresh, healthy eating more accessible. This shift comes as food security takes centre
- [BSC establishes national Battery Advisory Panel as stewardship enters critical next phase](https://econews.com.au/bsc-establishes-national-battery-advisory-panel-as-stewardship-enters-critical-next-phase/) - Australia’s battery stewardship system is entering a more complex and regulated phase, with the Battery Stewardship Council (BSC) establishing a new B-cycle Battery Advisory Panel to help guide the Scheme through its next stage of growth and reform. Bringing together leaders from across the battery value chain, the Panel will provide strategic insight, sector intelligence
- [Built and Wesfarmers form Built Living Joint Venture to provide national affordable  housing solutions](https://econews.com.au/built-and-wesfarmers-form-built-living-joint-venture-to-provide-national-affordable-housing-solutions/) - Built Group (Built) today has agreed to enter a 50:50 joint venture with Wesfarmers to establish Built Living, a new Australian offsite manufacturing business designed to deliver apartments faster, at a lower cost and at industrial scale. Built Living aims to transform Australia’s residential construction supply chain and accelerate housing delivery by using Design for
- [Critical renewable energy projects prioritised under new law](https://econews.com.au/critical-renewable-energy-projects-prioritised-under-new-law/) - Penny Sharpe Minister for Climate Change Minister for Energy Minister for the Environment Minister for Heritage Leader of the Government in the Legislative Council Paul Scully Minister for Planning and Public Spaces The Minns Labor Government will today introduce a new law to speed up the delivery of key renewable energy projects, to power large
- [Europe’s Food at a Crossroads: Choosing Agroecology](https://econews.com.au/europes-food-at-a-crossroads-choosing-agroecology/) - Terra Madre Europe (Brussels, 7-9 June) brings farmers and food communities from 27 countries to the heart of EU decision?making with concrete agroecological solutions and policy demands At a time of growing geopolitical uncertainty, Europe’s food system is facing a moment of reckoning. The dominant agricultural model remains structurally dependent on fossil fuels and synthetic
- [Fugro’s O-Cell® technology supports construction of Fanga’uta Lagoon Bridge in Tonga](https://econews.com.au/fugros-o-cell-technology-supports-construction-of-fangauta-lagoon-bridge-in-tonga/) - Fugro has supported McConnell Dowell’s construction of the new Fanga?uta Lagoon Bridge in Tonga by performing Osterberg Cell® (O-Cell®) pile testing to assess ground conditions and validate the design of the bridge piles and foundations. The 720?metre-long bridge, currently under construction across the Fanga?uta Lagoon, will provide a vital connection between Nuku?alofa and Tonga’s main island
- [CooperSurgical Launches sustainARTSM Pilot for IVF Laboratory Plastic Recycling](https://econews.com.au/coopersurgical-launches-sustainartsm-pilot-for-ivf-laboratory-plastic-recycling/) - CooperSurgical has launched sustainARTSM, a pilot initiative exploring how plastics associated with the IVF laboratory products it manufactures can be collected and recycled. The initiative reflects CooperSurgical’s commitment to taking responsibility for plastics associated with its products and exploring practical approaches for how those materials can be collected and recycled. The pilot brings together CooperSurgical, Adora Fertility
- [Australian investors remain committed to private markets as the asset class enters a new era driven by AI, evergreen funds and secondaries](https://econews.com.au/australian-investors-remain-committed-to-private-markets-as-the-asset-class-enters-a-new-era-driven-by-ai-evergreen-funds-and-secondaries/) - Hartley Rogers, Executive Co-Chairman at Hamilton Lane Private markets are experiencing a significant shift, driven in part by artificial intelligence, the rise of evergreen funds and strong growth in secondaries, according to private markets investment firm Hamilton Lane’s 2026 Market Overview. Recent gains in public markets have been strong but narrow, with a small group
- [Water Heroes Wanted: 2026 National Water Week Poster Competition Now Open](https://econews.com.au/water-heroes-wanted-2026-national-water-week-poster-competition-now-open/) - Yarra Valley Water has opened entries for the 2026 National Water Week poster competition, inviting preschools and schools across its service area to get creative around this year’s theme, Water Heroes: Make Every Drop Count. Students from Melbourne’s north and east are encouraged to design a poster that showcases how we can all be water heroes
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- [Zenob? and Winnings deliver everything and the kitchen sink with new electric trucks partnership](https://econews.com.au/zenobe-and-winnings-deliver-everything-and-the-kitchen-sink-with-new-electric-trucks-partnership/) - Zenob?, a global leader in fleet electrification and battery storage, and the Winning Group, a premium Australian appliance and logistics business dating back to 1906, today announced a strategic partnership to deploy 30 electric trucks across Australia. This partnership supports Winnings’ transition toward a fully electrified, end-to-end delivery network and accelerates the decarbonisation of home appliance deliveries nationwide, while showcasing Zenob?’s expertise in
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- [Pastoral Partners Australia commences Accounting for Nature journey with support from Bush Heritage Australia](https://econews.com.au/pastoral-partners-australia-commences-accounting-for-nature-journey-with-support-from-bush-heritage-australia/) - Last month the Pastoral Partners Australia (Pastoral Partners) team welcomed Bush Heritage Australia on site to prepare for the Accounting for Nature NV10 Integrated Vegetation Condition Method accreditation process by facilitating training sessions. The Accounting for Nature Framework provides a scientifically robust and independently verified way to measure changes in environmental condition over time. Under this framework, Pastoral Partners
- [RACV PROVIDES ADVICE FOR EV BUYERS AMID SURGE IN SALES](https://econews.com.au/racv-provides-advice-for-ev-buyers-amid-surge-in-sales/) - As fuel price pressures trigger a surge in electric vehicle interest, RACV is encouraging buyers to look past the panic and consider their lifestyle before buying the cheapest EV option. EV searches on RACV Car Match increased by 461 per cent in March, compared to the month prior, with brands BYD, MG and Chery among the most
- [Roland Juenemann appointed to lead Channels and Alliances for Secure Power,  Schneider Electric](https://econews.com.au/roland-juenemann-appointed-to-lead-channels-and-alliances-for-secure-power-schneider-electric/) - Roland Juenemann as Leader for Channels, Alliances and Distribution Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, has appointed Roland Juenemann as Leader for Channels, Alliances and Distribution for its Secure Power business in Australia, effective 1 April 2026. Roland Juenemann steps into the role following Astrid Groves departure and will lead Schneider Electric’s channel strategy
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- [With food pressures mounting, Food Ladder greenhouse helps Sydney school harvest above the city streets](https://econews.com.au/with-food-pressures-mounting-food-ladder-greenhouse-helps-sydney-school-harvest-above-the-city-streets/) - As farmers across Australia face rising uncertainty around whether they will be able to plant or harvest crops this year – driven by rising fuel and fertiliser costs, drought conditions and forecasts of a super El Niño – a public school in inner-city Sydney is demonstrating a practical, local solution to the nation’s growing food
- [Sustainable tuna now dominates Australian supermarkets](https://econews.com.au/sustainable-tuna-now-dominates-australian-supermarkets/) - Close to 70% of canned tuna sold in Australia is now certified to the MSC standard. Coles, Woolworths and ALDI have all switched to sourcing 100% of their home brand tuna ranges from Marine Stewardship Council (MSC)-certified fisheries. Australia has seen an increase in over 70% in MSC-labelled tuna products in stores, climbing from 128 in 2025 to more than 220 in 2026. Australia has ranked as the seventh-largest
- [Report: ChatGPT enters Australia’s top 10 most visited websites, user prompts reach 21B a year](https://econews.com.au/report-chatgpt-enters-australias-top-10-most-visited-websites-user-prompts-reach-21b-a-year/) - BestBrokers.com As concerns about the potential slowing down of business for ChatGPT have been sinking the stocks of companies working with OpenAI, the platform remains the most popular AI tool. To provide details about its usage around the world and in Australia, in particular, I am reaching out with our recent report that looks into the
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- [South Korea nuclear power generation to reach 219.2TWh by 2035, forecasts GlobalData](https://econews.com.au/south-korea-nuclear-power-generation-to-reach-219-2twh-by-2035-forecasts-globaldata/) - Power generation in South Korea is undergoing a strategic realignment as the government reinforces the role of nuclear energy in its electricity mix. The country operates as an energy island with no cross-border interconnections, making domestic generation reliability and energy security critical priorities. Following a policy reversal in 2022, South Korea has repositioned nuclear power
- [Adorable bandicoots complete first phase of ambitious reintroduction project in NSW](https://econews.com.au/adorable-bandicoots-complete-first-phase-of-ambitious-reintroduction-project-in-nsw/) - Shark Bay Bandicoot found during survey. © Audrey Beard A cohort of Shark Bay Bandicoots, described by some wildlife enthusiasts as the ‘cutest bandicoot’, has arrived in south-west NSW following a remarkable cross-country journey, marking a major milestone in efforts to return locally extinct mammals to the region. Two bandicoot species – the Golden, and the Barred
- [2026 National Trust (NSW) Heritage Awards Finalists Highlight Landscape Conservation and Environmental Stewardship](https://econews.com.au/2026-national-trust-nsw-heritage-awards-finalists-highlight-landscape-conservation-and-environmental-stewardship/) - 2026 judging panel image caption (L-R): Matt Devine, Chair of the National Trust Heritage Awards Jury (centre front), joined by (left to right): Julie Baird, Stirling Smith, David Burdon, Ingrid Mather, Steven Barry and Tamsin McIntosh. The shortlist for the 2026 National Trust (NSW) Heritage Awards has been revealed, spotlighting an exciting and diverse mix of heritage achievements
- [Global infrastructure survey: conviction is near-universal but the era of broad, undifferentiated infrastructure exposure is over](https://econews.com.au/global-infrastructure-survey-conviction-is-near-universal-but-the-era-of-broad-undifferentiated-infrastructure-exposure-is-over/) - Anish Butani, Managing Director and Head of Infrastructure at bfinance bfinance survey of more than 40 institutional investors managing over US$4 trillion finds broad enthusiasm giving way to greater selectivity and discipline Institutional investor conviction in infrastructure remains exceptionally strong – but the way capital is being deployed is changing materially, according to a major
- [It Takes More Than Expensive Petrol to Change How Australians Travel](https://econews.com.au/it-takes-more-than-expensive-petrol-to-change-how-australians-travel/) - Driving on Empty NIEIR (National Institute of Economic and Industry Research) Key facts: Despite a 20.9% increase in petrol prices in 2026, consumption is expected to only decrease by 2.4%, indicating price alone won’t reduce transport emissions Urban residents are four times more likely to own electric vehicles than rural Australians, highlighting an infrastructure gap
- [Canon Oceania opens 2026 Grants Program, marking 20 years of impact](https://econews.com.au/canon-oceania-opens-2026-grants-program-marking-20-years-of-impact/) - (Pictured: Top left – Image credit©?Camera Story, Sheraya Walagie, Sherayna Bangmorra and Dana Carlton, Mowanjum Aboriginal Art and Culture Centre, at the annual Mowanjum Festival Top right – Cerebral Palsy Alliance, 2023 Education Category Winner Bottom left – Rainforest Rescue, 2018 Environment Category Winner Bottom right – Hobart Rivulet Platypus, 2023 Environment & Overall Winner) Canon Oceania has
- [Doctors For Nutrition joins call for more plant-based foods at Woolworths](https://econews.com.au/doctors-for-nutrition-joins-call-for-more-plant-based-foods-at-woolworths/) - Doctors For Nutrition Doctors For Nutrition (DFN) has joined Vegan Australia and the Vegan Society of Aotearoa New Zealand in supporting a letter to Woolworths calling for the retailer to maintain or increase its plant-based product range. The move is important for public health because it encourages people to move away from animal-based foods and towards whole food plant-based diets.
- [Food Recycle launches Swarmer capital raise to accelerate Co-Op rollout and commercial food waste solution](https://econews.com.au/food-recycle-launches-swarmer-capital-raise-to-accelerate-co-op-rollout-and-commercial-food-waste-solution/) - Australian company Food Recycle Ltd has opened a new capital raise via equity crowdfunding platform Swarmer to accelerate the rollout of its Food Recycle Co-Op model and bring its patented food waste-to-animal-feed technology to market at scale. Food Recycle Founder and Managing Director Norm Boyle says the latest capital raise will help fast-track the first
- [Australians saving $3 billion a year on energy bills as hundreds of homes open for Sustainable House Day](https://econews.com.au/australians-saving-3-billion-a-year-on-energy-bills-as-hundreds-of-homes-open-for-sustainable-house-day/) - Average savings of $1,500 per home as local families cut energy bills, adapt to extreme weather, boost climate resilience, and inspire neighbours. Climate-smart home upgrades such as solar panels, batteries, insulation, heat pumps and passive design are already saving Australian households an estimated $3?billion a year, with average savings of around $1,500 per year, per
- [Fusion Signage achieves ISO 27001 certification and hits 20,000 user licence milestone](https://econews.com.au/fusion-signage-achieves-iso-27001-certification-and-hits-20000-user-licence-milestone/) - Fusion Signage MD James Ingram In what is turning out to be a month of major achievements Fusion Signage, often referred to as Australia’s user-friendliest digital signage software, has officially achieved ISO 27001 certification and hit their 20,000 user licence milestone all in the same week. ISO 27001 is the leading international standard for information security
- [Queensland reserve twice the size of Brisbane granted highest protection for cultural and environmental significance](https://econews.com.au/queensland-reserve-twice-the-size-of-brisbane-granted-highest-protection-for-cultural-and-environmental-significance/) - Pilungah Reserve protects the only known population of Fat-tailed Pseudantechinus in Queensland. Bush Heritage Australia A significant and remote stretch of Country in north-western Queensland – approximately twice the size of Brisbane – has been granted the highest level of legal protection for private land in Australia. Under legislation unique to Queensland, Bush Heritage Australia’s
- [Helcro Solar drives the shift to solar, as gas costs climb](https://econews.com.au/helcro-solar-drives-the-shift-to-solar-as-gas-costs-climb/) - Two installers fitting solar panels onto a residential rooftop Helcro Solar Key facts: Australian energy prices are rising, with small business electricity costs up 3% since 2025 Helcro Solar, established in 2006, offers a 7-step process to help businesses transition to solar power The company provides end-to-end solar solutions across retail, strata and facility-managed properties
- [Surprise find: Toothed platypuses swam with dolphins 25 million years ago](https://econews.com.au/surprise-find-toothed-platypuses-swam-with-dolphins-25-million-years-ago/) - OBDURODON life reconstruction Australia’s platypus, one of the world’s most enigmatic animals, had an exotic origin story, according to an exciting discovery by Flinders University palaeontologists. They have described rare 25-million-year-old fossils found east of the Flinders Ranges in remote outback South Australia which show an ancient platypus with well-formed teeth. It was able to munch
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- [Kiwa Initiative announces four new projects – including three regional projects led by WaterAid Australia, ActionAid Australia, and cChange – reinforcing Paci?c leadership in Nature-based Solutions for climate resilience](https://econews.com.au/kiwa-initiative-announces-four-new-projects-including-three-regional-projects-led-by-wateraid-australia-actionaid-australia-and-cchange-reinforcing-pacific-leadership-in-n/) - The Kiwa Initiative community including representatives from the Fijian Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, some donors – France/AFD,the European Union, New Zealand and Australia – and implementing partners, gathered in Suva, Fiji, on April 27, 2026, for the 12th SteeringCommittee Meeting © Kiwa Initiative, April 2026. Suva, Fiji – The Kiwa Initiative today announced the launch of four new projects at its 12th Steering Committee Meeting, held in Suva, Fiji. The announcement comes as the Initiative, a multi-donor programme managed by the Agence Française de Développement (AFD) and funded by
- [One whale song unlocks oceans of data](https://econews.com.au/one-whale-song-unlocks-oceans-of-data/) - UNSW Sydney Key facts: A UNSW-led study demonstrates how a new tool can detect blue whale calls with almost 100% accuracy, despite only being trained on one sample song. The tool has the potential to transform how scientists analyse rare and elusive species. Trying to find a whale song in the ocean is like trying
- [AI-enabled smart grids to accelerate power sector’s shift to clean energy, says GlobalData](https://econews.com.au/ai-enabled-smart-grids-to-accelerate-power-sectors-shift-to-clean-energy-says-globaldata/) - AI-enabled smart grids are revolutionizing energy production and distribution through real-time predictive analytics and machine learning, dynamically aligning supply with demand. AI is profoundly transforming grid ecosystems, optimizing operations, bolstering reliability and strengthening resilience. By integrating IoT-embedded infrastructure with advanced forecasting and optimization systems, utilities gain unprecedented efficiency, adaptability, and robustness. As AI-powered models project
- [From Vision to Impact: How Epson is turning environmental ambition into measurable action](https://econews.com.au/from-vision-to-impact-how-epson-is-turning-environmental-ambition-into-measurable-action/) - As the global sustainability agenda accelerates, the challenge facing multinational organisations is no longer defining ambition, it is delivering measurable, system-wide change. For Epson that ambition is clearly articulated in its Environmental Vision 2050, “to become carbon negative and underground resource free, while enriching communities and operating within the planet’s ecological limits”. What distinguishes Epson’s
- [Organic industry welcomes Government support to examine much needed policy reform for organics](https://econews.com.au/organic-industry-welcomes-government-support-to-examine-much-needed-policy-reform-for-organics/) - Australian Organic Limited (AOL) has welcomed the announcement from the Australian Government that it is open to working with Australia’s organic industry and its stakeholders to explore the need for domestic regulation reform and how it might be applied in practise. This announcement is encouraging news for the organic sector and its consumers who have
- [The Red Way Report 2024/25 – LFC reaches global sustainability milestone](https://econews.com.au/the-red-way-report-2024-25-lfc-reaches-global-sustainability-milestone/) - Liverpool FC has today published its latest The Red Way report, highlighting the club’s continued commitment to building a better future for its people, planet and communities. Launched in 2021, The Red Way is Liverpool FC’s award-winning sustainability strategy. This season’s report highlights a major milestone, with LFC now aligning to all 17 of the
- [Corporate Australia backs climate disclosure as readiness rises but gaps remain](https://econews.com.au/corporate-australia-backs-climate-disclosure-as-readiness-rises-but-gaps-remain/) - Half of Australian business leaders now back mandatory climate disclosure, Schneider Electric research shows, signalling growing alignment between corporate and policy priorities. The study cites capability and funding gaps as major hurdles to climate disclosure, with only one in eight businesses fully ready to meet new reporting standards. More than half of leaders believe the
- [RINA Grants ST Engineering Marine Approval in Principle for Hydrogen Fuel Cell Retrofit on a Fast Passenger Ferry](https://econews.com.au/rina-grants-st-engineering-marine-approval-in-principle-for-hydrogen-fuel-cell-retrofit-on-a-fast-passenger-ferry/) - The Approval in Principle was formally presented to ST Engineering Marine during Singapore Maritime Week RINA has granted an Approval in Principle (AiP) to ST Engineering Marine for a retrofit concept involving the installation of a hydrogen?powered fuel cell system onboard Asean Raider I, a 25?metre aluminium fast passenger ferry operated by BatamFast. The AiP
- [The 2026 Edition of PepsiCo’s APAC Greenhouse Program Shifts Beyond Pilots to Fast-Track Startups into its Supply Chain](https://econews.com.au/the-2026-edition-of-pepsicos-apac-greenhouse-program-shifts-beyond-pilots-to-fast-track-startups-into-its-supply-chain/) - The IMPACT Edition introduces a more structured integration model, bringing proven alumni solutions into PepsiCo’s operations through coordinated execution, commercial pathways, and an expanded partner ecosystem. Two Australian start-ups, Adiona and X-Centric, will join three other finalists to take part in the IMPACT edition. PepsiCo has announced the next edition of its regional innovation platform with the
- [Australia’s first ‘Blue Loan’ signals next wave of sustainable finance](https://econews.com.au/australias-first-blue-loan-signals-next-wave-of-sustainable-finance/) - A $170.5 million refinancing of the Mundaring Water Treatment Plant (MWTP) in Western Australia signals a new phase of maturity for sustainable finance in Australia, with the debt facility becoming the country’s first ‘Blue Loan’ aligned to recognised Blue Finance Guidelines Version 2.0 from World Bank subsidiary the International Finance Corporation (IFC). Widely considered an extension of
- [Groundbreaking First Nations’ Solar Microgrid Project secures catalytic ARENA Funding –  Project to launch mid-2026](https://econews.com.au/groundbreaking-first-nations-solar-microgrid-project-secures-catalytic-arena-funding-project-to-launch-mid-2026/) - The Borroloola community’s Ngardara Solar Microgrid project in the Northern Territory has achieved a major milestone with the awarding of $8.347M in funding from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency Regional Microgrid Program’s First Nations’ stream today. The grant funding also helps unlock access to private and philanthropic investment, placing the project on track to achieve
- [Ecosia hits milestone of 250 million trees plan](https://econews.com.au/ecosia-hits-milestone-of-250-million-trees-plan/) - Tanzania Ecosia is the world’s largest planter of native trees with a portfolio of 1,600 native species – 144 being on the endangered or vulnerable list Ecosia has financed 125 organisations that work with more than 200,000 tree planters worldwide The tech company has invested over €100 million into climate action including €1 million in
- [CATL Unveils Six Major Innovations: Multi-Chemistry Systems to Redefine New Energy Mobility Experience](https://econews.com.au/catl-unveils-six-major-innovations-multi-chemistry-systems-to-redefine-new-energy-mobility-experience/) - Wu Kai, Chief Scientist of CATL CATL today hosted its Super Technology Day in Beijing, unveiling third-generation Shenxing Superfast Charging Battery, third-generation Qilin Battery, Qilin Condensed Battery, second-generation Freevoy Super Hybrid Battery, Naxtra Sodium-ion Battery and a fully integrated supercharging and battery-swapping solution. These innovations are designed to address diverse mobility needs across different usage
- [Australian Climate Charity Corena Hits $1 Million Donation Milestone – And Doubles It Through Revolving Fund](https://econews.com.au/australian-climate-charity-corena-hits-1-million-donation-milestone-and-doubles-it-through-revolving-fund/) - Climate action financing charity Corena has achieved two extraordinary funding milestones in April 2026: more than $1 million in total donations from ordinary Australians, and a unique revolving fund that has transformed those donations into more than $2 million in interest-free loans for community organisations. KEY FACTS AT A GLANCE Total donations raised: $1,001,860.43 — contributed
- [Bees pass the maths test: study confirms insects aren’t just winging it](https://econews.com.au/bees-pass-the-maths-test-study-confirms-insects-arent-just-winging-it/) - Image credit: Dr Scarlett Howard Monash University We’ve done the numbers and the verdict is in: honeybees do have the ability to process numerical information. New research led by Monash University has now addressed recent international debate over whether bees are truly assessing numbers or simply reacting to visual patterns. The study highlights the necessity
- [Tech visionaries gather as Indonesia’s digital and creative economy booms](https://econews.com.au/tech-visionaries-gather-as-indonesias-digital-and-creative-economy-booms/) - Tech leaders, advocates and entrepreneurs are convening in Sydney this week to create new opportunities in Indonesia’s digital and creative industries. AI The Next Chapter : Your Future in Indonesia’s Evolving Landscape, an event hosted by Macquarie University in a collaboration with AI Forum Indonesia (AIFI), Indonesia Creative Cities Network (ICCN), and the AI for
- [CARE calls for increased focus on climate issues facing the Pacific, ahead of global feminist conference taking place this month](https://econews.com.au/care-calls-for-increased-focus-on-climate-issues-facing-the-pacific-ahead-of-global-feminist-conference-taking-place-this-month/) - Margarida using a water tank installed near her home Photo Credit: Jaime da Costa International women and girls NGO, CARE Australia, is calling for increased focus on the climate crisis in the Pacific region, ahead of the global feminist conference, Women Deliver, which begins in Melbourne next week. This year marks the first time that the gender
- [California upholds kangaroo trade ban, rejecting push to reopen market](https://econews.com.au/california-upholds-kangaroo-trade-ban-rejecting-push-to-reopen-market/) - Credit: Paul Jeffers/AP Content Services for Humane World for Animals. Humane World for Animals Australia Lawmakers vote down bill that would have allowed sale of kangaroo skins and meat products. Humane World for Animals applauds a Californian legislative committee for rejecting a bill that would have reopened the state to the commercial trade in kangaroo
- [Australian-first research hub dedicated to solar panel recycling opens at UNSW Sydney](https://econews.com.au/australian-first-research-hub-dedicated-to-solar-panel-recycling-opens-at-unsw-sydney/) - Hub Director Professor Yansong Shen said his team’s goal was to move solar panel recycling away from landfill and towards a circular economy, where materials are recovered and reused. Photo: Deppicto UNSW Sydney UNSW leads the national research initiative addressing the urgent challenge of managing end-of-life solar panels. The Australian Research Council (ARC) Hub for
- [10k Apartments Now Connected to Solar with Australian-Made Cleantech](https://econews.com.au/10k-apartments-now-connected-to-solar-with-australian-made-cleantech/) - Allume customer Ed lives with his partner and cat, Mio, in Sydney. Allume Against a backdrop of rising energy prices, Melbourne-based cleantech company Allume has reached the milestone of unlocking solar energy for 10,000 apartments, delivering electricity bill savings to residents across Australia, UK, USA and Germany. In Australia, an estimated 2 million people live in low to
- [UNESCO sites offer a lifeline to biodiversity, new report shows](https://econews.com.au/unesco-sites-offer-a-lifeline-to-biodiversity-new-report-shows/) - UNESCO’s latest report highlights the extraordinary contribution of its sites for both people and nature. While global wildlife populations have declined by 73% since 1970, those within UNESCO-protected areas have remained comparatively stable. These sites represent over 1,000 languages, and a quarter of them overlap with Indigenous Peoples’ territories. People and Nature in UNESCO-Designated Sites: Global
- [Major Adelaide office tower undergoes digital optimisation to cut energy use and improve operational performance](https://econews.com.au/major-adelaide-office-tower-undergoes-digital-optimisation-to-cut-energy-use-and-improve-operational-performance/) - A digital services program leveraging predictive analytics and remote monitoring has reduced overall annual energy demand by almost 50 per cent, while gas consumption is down 5 per cent year?on?year. Targeted Energy Conservation Measures, have improved HVAC responsiveness, strengthened system visibility and enhanced overall building efficiency. By shifting from reactive maintenance to proactive optimisation, the
- [Our Power, Our Planet: Research shows hybrid working can cut carbon emissions by up to 90%](https://econews.com.au/our-power-our-planet-research-shows-hybrid-working-can-cut-carbon-emissions-by-up-to-90/) - This World Earth Day, IWG puts a spotlight on how reduced commuting and more localised working can support the environment Study by International Workplace Group and Arup quantifies the hybrid model’s true potential as a means of reducing work-related carbon emissions Allowing people to work close to home has the potential to reduce a worker’s
- [Huskisson Businesses Unite to Launch HUSKY CO.](https://econews.com.au/huskisson-businesses-unite-to-launch-husky-co/) - From Coastal Destination to Coordinated Precinct: Huskisson Unveils HUSKY CO. Huskisson has entered a new phase of coordinated economic and cultural growth with the launch of HUSKY CO., a collective of local businesses working together to guide the future of the precinct supported by grant funding from the NSW Government’s Uptown Grant Program, delivered by
- [H2O.ai Showcases Safe, Secure, and Responsible AI Innovation for Government at Australian Government Data Summit 2026](https://econews.com.au/h2o-ai-showcases-safe-secure-and-responsible-ai-innovation-for-government-at-australian-government-data-summit-2026/) - H2O.ai, a global leader in enterprise Agentic AI for on-premise, air-gapped, and sovereign deployments, today announced its participation in the Australian Government Data Summit — underscoring its commitment to delivering safe, sovereign, and responsible AI for government and regulated industries. As public sector organisations accelerate digital transformation while navigating increasingly complex data sovereignty and compliance
- [NEW C40 CITIES REPORT SHOWS HOW CITIES CAN UNLOCK PRIVATE INVESTMENTS FOR URBAN CLIMATE ACTION](https://econews.com.au/new-c40-cities-report-shows-how-cities-can-unlock-private-investments-for-urban-climate-action/) - New analysis provides real-world evidence on how cities can develop investable project pipelines, reduce risk, and mobilise private finance for climate adaptation A new report launched by C40 Cities, “Building the Financial Case for Urban Adaptation: Guidance and Case Studies,” provides practical guidance to help cities unlock private investment in climate adaptation, one of the
- [Bank of Sydney Grant for Good applications now open in Australia](https://econews.com.au/bank-of-sydney-grant-for-good-applications-now-open-in-australia/) - Bank of Sydney is pleased to announce applications are now open for its $20,000 Grant for Good community grant. Australia organisations and initiatives that promote social inclusion activities, health and wellbeing, sports and other fields that support local communities are encouraged to apply. Since 2021, Bank of Sydney’s annual Grant for Good has provided a range of
- [1000+ coral reefs ‘discovered’ in northern Australia](https://econews.com.au/1000-coral-reefs-discovered-in-northern-australia/) - Australian Institute of Marine Science’s Dr Eric Lawrey with some of the newly charted coral reefs. Photo: Luke Lythgoe. Australian Institute of Marine Science Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) scientists have unveiled and mapped more than 1000 previously uncharted coral reefs in northern Australia, all without setting foot on a boat, or even leaving
- [LFC becomes first football club to receive global recognition for food sustainability](https://econews.com.au/lfc-becomes-first-football-club-to-receive-global-recognition-for-food-sustainability/) - Liverpool FC has become the first football club to achieve the Food Made Good Standard across its entire food and beverage operation, earning a two-star rating in its first evaluation across five key sites. Delivered by The Sustainable Restaurant Association, the Food Made Good Standard, is a globally recognised certification that assesses organisations across three pillars; Sourcing, Society and Environment. The achievement reflects the club’s ongoing commitment to delivering a more sustainable food experience through its
- [Vaccine sparks baby boom in one of Queensland’s most diseased koala populations](https://econews.com.au/vaccine-sparks-baby-boom-in-one-of-queenslands-most-diseased-koala-populations/) - Cassidy with her third joey Casiope © Currumbin Wildlife Hospital WWF-Australia 500 koalas vaccinated in 5 years, 75% drop in hospital admissions for chlamydia In a remarkable turnaround, 41 joeys and 13 grand-joeys have been born in one of Queensland’s most diseased koala populations. The baby boom among koalas from Elanora on the Gold Coast
- [Intium scales for the future with an in-house engineering model](https://econews.com.au/intium-scales-for-the-future-with-an-in-house-engineering-model/) - Babu Kumar, General Manager of Engineering and Delivery of Intium By vertically integrating engineering with procurement and operations, Intium has achieved 70% in-house engineering capacity to drive 20% faster project delivery While Australia faces a projected shortfall of 42,000 workers by 2030, threatening the nation’s net-zero transition, Intium is moving against the grain, streamlining the
- [Return and Earn is even more convenient in Wollondilly](https://econews.com.au/return-and-earn-is-even-more-convenient-in-wollondilly/) - Recycler using a Return and Earn machine. Wollondilly?residents will soon have a new location to recycle their eligible bottles,?cans?and cartons with the installation of a Return and Earn machine at Silverdale Shopping Centre. The?Silverdale Shopping Centre Return?and Earn machine will be the?5th?return point in the?Wollondilly Shire Council area,?making it easier than ever?to recycle eligible containers and
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- [Latest Safeguard Mechanism data shows Australia’s centrepiece climate policy is primarily a clearinghouse for low-integrity offsets](https://econews.com.au/latest-safeguard-mechanism-data-shows-australias-centrepiece-climate-policy-is-primarily-a-clearinghouse-for-low-integrity-offsets/) - The Australian Government’s Clean Energy Regulator (CER) has today published data on the operation of the Safeguard Mechanism over 2024-2025, which shows the nation’s flagship climate policy is underperforming its own poor design. The latest data published by the CER shows industrial emitters relying heavily on the use of offsets to meet emissions reductions under
- [Epson Earns AAA in MSCI ESG Ratings for the Third Consecutive Year](https://econews.com.au/epson-earns-aaa-in-msci-esg-ratings-for-the-third-consecutive-year/) - Epson facility at Yennora, NSW Epson has been awarded a AAA rating, the highest rating in the MSCI ESG Ratings, for the third consecutive year in 2026. MSCI ESG Ratings is a global ESG investment index provided by MSCI. MSCI researches and analyses a company’s response to ESG-related risks and opportunities and assigns one of
- [Tenterfield husband & wife conservationists welcome visitors to their wildlife sanctuary](https://econews.com.au/tenterfield-husband-wife-conservationists-welcome-visitors-to-their-wildlife-sanctuary/) - For Steve and Bianca Haslam, maintaining a 400-acre fenced wildlife sanctuary is — quite literally — a labour of love. This nature-loving pair are two of the Directors of the Northern Tablelands’ only fenced wildlife sanctuary, Quoll Headquarters. On Sunday 19 April (from 11am to 3pm) they’re inviting locals and interstate visitors inside the sanctuary to learn about
- [Community food network steps into soft plastics gap with circular recycling model](https://econews.com.au/community-food-network-steps-into-soft-plastics-gap-with-circular-recycling-model/) - When Australia’s largest supermarket soft plastics scheme collapsed in 2022, it exposed a structural weakness in the country’s recycling system. Millions of households had been encouraged to separate “scrunchable” plastics, yet the infrastructure behind that promise proved fragile. Flexible plastics such as bread bags, produce bags, chip packets and bubble wrap cannot go in kerbside
- [World Vision Australia secures rare Green Climate Fund accreditation](https://econews.com.au/world-vision-australia-secures-rare-green-climate-fund-accreditation/) - World Vision Australia has been accredited by the Green Climate Fund (GCF), becoming one of a select group of global humanitarian NGOs to earn the status. The accreditation allows the organisation to apply directly for millions of dollars in funding to deliver major scale, climate adaptation and mitigation programs across the Pacific, Southeast Asia, Africa and
- [Pet adoption rates hit lowest on record, new PetRescue data reveals](https://econews.com.au/pet-adoption-rates-hit-lowest-on-record-new-petrescue-data-reveals/) - As Australia’s most trusted pet adoption platform marks one million adoptions, it warns housing insecurity and cost of living pressures are pushing the rescue sector to breaking point PetRescue, Australia’s first national pet adoption platform, today reveals monthly pet adoption rates have fallen to the lowest point since its records began – dropping more than
- [Research calls for Indigenous agency in academic publishing](https://econews.com.au/research-calls-for-indigenous-agency-in-academic-publishing/) - Uncle Bob Muir – Photo: Lior Cohen New research is calling for a fundamental shift in how Australian universities and scientists publish research that draws on Indigenous Knowledges (sum of the understandings, skills, and philosophies developed by Indigenous societies with long histories of interaction with and custodianship of their natural surroundings), warning that current academic practices
- [Computational “time machine” shows solar and wind on track for 2°C target but not for 1.5°C](https://econews.com.au/computational-time-machine-shows-solar-and-wind-on-track-for-2c-target-but-not-for-1-5c/) - Image Credit: Chalmers University of Technology Wind and solar power have grown faster than almost anyone predicted but projecting their future expansion remains surprisingly difficult. Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden, have developed what they call a computational “time machine” – a model that outperforms existing projection methods by using AI techniques to analyse historical
- [HESTA announces CEO appointment](https://econews.com.au/hesta-announces-ceo-appointment/) - Incoming HESTA CEO Robbie Campo HESTA The HESTA Board today announced the appointment of Robbie Campo as CEO of the $100 billion profit-to-members industry fund, effective August 2026*. HESTA Chair Nicola Roxon congratulated Ms Campo on the appointment, saying her wide-ranging leadership experience across a 26-year career in the superannuation sector made her a standout
- [The Road to Net Zero: How Australia Can Accelerate EV Adoption](https://econews.com.au/the-road-to-net-zero-how-australia-can-accelerate-ev-adoption/) - By Sylvain Borré, Managing Director, mycar Our journey towards a greener transport system is at an important crossroads. In 2024, Australia produced around 446 million tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions, up almost seven million tonnes on the previous year. Transport accounted for roughly 20 percent of that total and remains one of the fastest-growing sources – projected to become the
- [Yarra Valley Water’s smart monitoring helps Yarra Trams cut water use by 70 per cent](https://econews.com.au/yarra-valley-waters-smart-monitoring-helps-yarra-trams-cut-water-use-by-70-per-cent/) - Yarra Trams cut water use at its New Preston Depot by almost 70 per cent, saving 6.6 million litres of water a year, enough to fill 20 E-class trams after joining the WaterSmart program. The savings come after Yarra Valley Water installed data loggers at the depot as part of the Victorian Government’s program. The
- [Hidden in Plain Sight: Meet Australia’s Newly Identified Skink Species](https://econews.com.au/hidden-in-plain-sight-meet-australias-newly-identified-skink-species/) - Kungaka. Credit: Tom Parkin Australian Museum A lizard known to Wiimpatja Aboriginal Owners as Kungaka “the Hidden One” has been formally described as a new species, acknowledged in research published today in Zootaxa. With fewer than 20 individuals of the species known to exist, the Kungaka is also now one of Australia’s most threatened reptiles. Through
- [Capral Secures ARENA Funding to Electrify Bremer Park Furnace and Reduce Emissions](https://econews.com.au/capral-secures-arena-funding-to-electrify-bremer-park-furnace-and-reduce-emissions/) - Capral Aluminium has secured up to $3.45 million in funding from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) to support a major upgrade at its Bremer Park extrusion facility in Queensland, advancing the company’s ongoing focus on lower-emissions manufacturing. The funding will be used to replace a 40-year-old gas-fired log furnace with a fully electric furnace
- [Biofuels and the road to cleaner, more secure freight in Australia](https://econews.com.au/biofuels-and-the-road-to-cleaner-more-secure-freight-in-australia/) - By Shayne Commons, Director, Product Strategy & Driver Development, Volvo Group Australia Low carbon liquid fuels can help Australia cut freight emissions, reduce exposure to volatile diesel prices and improve energy security while electrification scales up. Recent events have made it clear how exposed Australia is to global oil shocks. Conflict in the Middle East
- [Epson to Emphasise ROIC and Seek Sustained Growth by Redesigning Its Business Portfolio and Focusing Resources on Growth Domains](https://econews.com.au/epson-to-emphasise-roic-and-seek-sustained-growth-by-redesigning-its-business-portfolio-and-focusing-resources-on-growth-domains/) - Epson introduces the ENGINEERED FUTURE 2035 Long-Term Corporate Vision and Mid-Term Business Plan, Phase 1 Epson has unveiled ENGINEERED FUTURE 2035, a Long-Term Corporate Vision that maps out the company’s strategy to 2035, along with a new Mid-Term Business Plan (2026-2028) that represents the first phase of work under the vision. In line with this
- [Shaping the future of Australia’s HVAC workforce as industry enters a new era](https://econews.com.au/shaping-the-future-of-australias-hvac-workforce-as-industry-enters-a-new-era/) - Daikin Australia calls for accelerated skills development, as digital technologies and artificial intelligence reshape heating and cooling systems nationwide. While the fundamentals of refrigeration and air conditioning are important, Daikin believes the industry must modernise training to keep pace with technological change. As heating and cooling systems become more intelligent and integrated into building management,
- [North West Queensland unearths the ancient giants during Queensland Dinosaur Week 2026](https://econews.com.au/north-west-queensland-unearths-the-ancient-giants-during-queensland-dinosaur-week-2026/) - Queensland Dinosaur Week is shaping up to be an unforgettable adventure, and Queensland’s North West is one of the places to be From the reef to the red dirt: North West Queensland unearths the ancient giants Queensland Dinosaur Week 4-10 May 2026 Queensland Dinosaur Week is shaping up to be an unforgettable adventure, and Queensland’s
- [National roadshow to bring hands-on electrical training to 80 locations across Australia](https://econews.com.au/national-roadshow-to-bring-hands-on-electrical-training-to-80-locations-across-australia/) - 80-stop national tour launches May 2026, bringing hands-on training directly to electricians on the job Mobile learning centre showcases next-gen tech including EV charging, digital switchboards and smart systems Expands access to critical skills and expertise for both metro and regional electrical professionals More than 80 locations across Australia will host a new mobile training
- [How the Push for Green Power is Changing The Transportable Industry](https://econews.com.au/how-the-push-for-green-power-is-changing-the-transportable-industry/) - Managing Director Scott Rawson An Australian transportable building manufacturer says renewable power solutions in building and toilet-block assets are no longer a ‘nice to have’, amid growing consumer demand for green power. Instant Products Group has been designing and manufacturing transportable building and ablution facilities for purchase and hire for more than two decades. It’s
- [Cathay continues to advance its sustainability priorities through strategic investments and collaborative actions](https://econews.com.au/cathay-continues-to-advance-its-sustainability-priorities-through-strategic-investments-and-collaborative-actions/) - Cathay’s Sustainability Report 2025 outlines continued progress across its priority areas Cathay is pleased to release its Sustainability Report 2025, reflecting a year of continuous progress in its sustainability journey and reaffirming its support to the aviation industry’s long-term decarbonisation vision. Chief Executive Officer Ronald Lam said: “This year marks a meaningful milestone for Cathay
- [Urgent action needed to protect emperor penguins from extinction, warns WWF](https://econews.com.au/urgent-action-needed-to-protect-emperor-penguins-from-extinction-warns-wwf/) - A group of emperor penguin chicks with adults in the Snow Hill Island colony, Antarctica. © naturepl.com / Bryan and Cherry Alexander / WWF WWF-Australia Key facts: * The emperor penguin has now been listed as Endangered due to climate change * Climate change in Antarctica is leading to changes in sea-ice that are projected to cause
- [Upgrade Your Home Smarter: Why Heat Pump Hot Water Systems Are Gaining Popularity in Victoria](https://econews.com.au/upgrade-your-home-smarter-why-heat-pump-hot-water-systems-are-gaining-popularity-in-victoria/) - A smarter way to think about home improvement When most homeowners plan an update, they typically consider making noticeable modifications. Lighting, flooring, and kitchens typically come first. These improvements enhance a home’s comfort and attractiveness, but they don’t always address how well it functions on a daily basis. Enhancements that prioritise functionality above appearance are
- [EDP signs long-term contract with major technology company for new 28MWp solar project in Japan](https://econews.com.au/edp-signs-long-term-contract-with-major-technology-company-for-new-28mwp-solar-project-in-japan/) - A rendering of EDP Renewables APAC’s 28MWp Motoyoshi Solar Farm when completed, with over 42,000 solar panels highlighted in blue. With more than 16 GW in PPAs signed globally, EDP continues to be the partner of choice for the world’s leading companies seeking long-term renewable energy solutions tailored to their evolving needs. EDP, through EDP
- [Norway to Deploy World’s Largest Fleet of ‘Flying’ Electric Ferries Along Its Coastline](https://econews.com.au/norway-to-deploy-worlds-largest-fleet-of-flying-electric-ferries-along-its-coastline/) - Candela P-12, already in production, will soon hit the Norwegian fjords, providing zero-emission, silent transport for tourists and commuters alike. Soon, tourists and commuters along Norway’s stunning coastline will travel aboard “flying” electric ferries. Norwegian operator Boreal AS—a leader in sustainable transport—has ordered 20 Candela P-12 electric hydrofoil vessels from Sweden’s Candela Technology, marking the
- [Using ‘art as evidence’: Climate change research on display at CDU](https://econews.com.au/using-art-as-evidence-climate-change-research-on-display-at-cdu/) - Artist Andrew Doyle’s ‘Bright to White’, included in the Climate Impacts on Country exhibition. Charles Darwin University A Charles Darwin University (CDU) research project exploring the impacts of climate change is using “art as evidence”, alongside traditional data, to convey the lived experience of First Nations communities in relation to this global crisis. Led by
- [Armstrong Fluid Technology Appoints Danilo Elez as Chief Executive Officer](https://econews.com.au/armstrong-fluid-technology-appoints-danilo-elez-as-chief-executive-officer/) - Seasoned global executive to lead Armstrong’s next phase of growth, innovation, and system-level performance Armstrong Fluid Technology, a global leader in intelligent, energy-saving fluid flow and whole building mechanical solutions, today announced the appointment of Danilo Elez as Chief Executive Officer. In this role, Danilo will lead the company’s next phase of growth and innovation. Danilo
- [From Fossils to Flooring: How Mineral-Led Design is Eliminating Microplastics in Australian Homes](https://econews.com.au/from-fossils-to-flooring-how-mineral-led-design-is-eliminating-microplastics-in-australian-homes/) - For most Australians, stepping out of the shower is a simple daily ritual. However, it often involves a quiet compromise: the traditional fabric bath mat. Despite being a household staple, these mats are notorious for holding moisture long after use, creating the damp, humid conditions where bacteria and mould naturally develop. While faster-drying synthetic alternatives
- [New hydrogen fuel cell design could unlock key clean energy technology](https://econews.com.au/new-hydrogen-fuel-cell-design-could-unlock-key-clean-energy-technology/) - Dr Quentin Meyer says hydrogen fuel cells have long been touted as a way to decarbonise various difficult-to-abate industries, including freight and aviation. Photo: UNSW UNSW researchers have redesigned hydrogen fuel cells to solve a critical flaw, bringing clean energy for aviation, heavy transport and beyond closer to reality. Hydrogen fuel cells, using locally produced
- [TrusTrace’s One Retail Hub Gains Strong Early Traction as Fashion Brands Build Shared Infrastructure for Supply Chain Compliance](https://econews.com.au/trustraces-one-retail-hub-gains-strong-early-traction-as-fashion-brands-build-shared-infrastructure-for-supply-chain-compliance/) - Seven weeks after launch, leading fashion brands report significant time savings and accelerated alignment through shared due diligence infrastructure TrusTrace, whose enterprise platform helps the world’s leading fashion brands capture, validate, and act on supply chain traceability data, today announced strong early traction for One Retail Hub, its free industry infrastructure for supply chain compliance. Seven
- [EV sales hit all time high as drivers hit the road for the Easter long weekend in big numbers](https://econews.com.au/ev-sales-hit-all-time-high-as-drivers-hit-the-road-for-the-easter-long-weekend-in-big-numbers/) - Julie Delvecchio, CEO of the Electric Vehicle Council. Electric vehicles reached 22.9% of new car sales in March 2026 – the highest on record – as more Australians chose EVs for long weekend travel, supported by lower running costs. EVC and publicly recorded data showed that 24,054 (15,839 BEVs and 8,215 PHEVs) sold in March, with
- [Real world data reveals how much Australian electric vehicle owners save on fuel](https://econews.com.au/real-world-data-reveals-how-much-australian-electric-vehicle-owners-save-on-fuel/) - Australians save nearly $100 in fuel costs per month by making the switch to an electric vehicle, new data from Swedish electric performance brand Polestar has revealed. A survey of 1015 motorists in Australia reveals 62% of electric vehicle owners spend well under $100 per month charging their cars, with a median monthly cost of $60 compared
- [New hydrogen fuel cell design could unlock clean energy technology for freight, transport, and aviation](https://econews.com.au/new-hydrogen-fuel-cell-design-could-unlock-clean-energy-technology-for-freight-transport-and-aviation/) - UNSW researchers have redesigned hydrogen fuel cells to solve a critical flaw, bringing clean energy for aviation, heavy transport and beyond closer to reality. Hydrogen fuel cells, using locally produced green hydrogen as the only fuel, have long been viewed as the ultimate clean energy source, but their commercialisation has been difficult. A multidisciplinary team
- [The Dormancy Gap: Why Infrastructure Alone is Not Enough for Clean-Tech Recovery in Australia](https://econews.com.au/the-dormancy-gap-why-infrastructure-alone-is-not-enough-for-clean-tech-recovery-in-australia/) - By Kesewa Opoku Agyemang Australia has invested significantly in clean technology and recycling infrastructure. Collection points for batteries and e-waste are now more widely distributed across urban environments. Yet recovery rates for batteries and e-waste remain persistently low. This raises an important question: If infrastructure exists, why are materials not flowing through the system?
- [WORLD-LEADING PALAEONTOLOGIST DR DEAN LOMAX TO MAKE FIRST EVER AUSTRALIAN VISIT FOR QUEENSLAND DINOSAUR WEEK 2026](https://econews.com.au/world-leading-palaeontologist-dr-dean-lomax-to-make-first-ever-australian-visit-for-queensland-dinosaur-week-2026/) - One of the world’s LEADING palaeontologists Dr Dean Lomax Dinosaur Experiences Australia Queensland Dinosaur Week is proud to announce that internationally acclaimed palaeontologist Dr Dean Lomax will headline the 2026 statewide celebration, marking his first-ever visit to Australia. Running 4–10 May 2026 (and including National Dinosaur Day on Thursday May 7) Queensland Dinosaur Week will welcome the multi-award-winning British scientist,
- [Sowing AlUla’s Green Future: 1 Million Native Plants Initiative to Transform AlUla’s Ecological Restoration and Sustainable Tourism Landscape](https://econews.com.au/sowing-alulas-green-future-1-million-native-plants-initiative-to-transform-alulas-ecological-restoration-and-sustainable-tourism-landscape/) - More than 140,000 native plants have been installed across projects outside of nature reserves, including tourism developments, cultural sites and visitor infrastructure. Prince William recently planted an acacia tree inside Sharaan National Park as part of AlUla’s land restoration programme. Marking a monumental step in its sustainable development and tourism ambitions, AlUla has produced more
- [CCEP strengthens producer responsibility and expands national RVM rollout with new Return and Earn machine at Northmead](https://econews.com.au/ccep-strengthens-producer-responsibility-and-expands-national-rvm-rollout-with-new-return-and-earn-machine-at-northmead/) - Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) Australia has strengthened its longstanding leadership in Australia’s circular economy with the installation of a new Return and Earn Reverse Vending Machine (RVM) at its Northmead production site in Western Sydney. The installation advances CCEP’s national strategy to expand access and convenience to recycling without increasing the cost to consumers. This
- [Asia Pacific Maritime 2026 concludes with strong success, driving momentum ahead with continued focus on next energy and technological innovations](https://econews.com.au/asia-pacific-maritime-2026-concludes-with-strong-success-driving-momentum-ahead-with-continued-focus-on-next-energy-and-technological-innovations/) - APM 2026 attendees on the exhibition floor The 19th Asia Pacific Maritime (APM) held its largest-ever edition in Singapore last week, welcoming 19,431 attendees, alongside more than 819 exhibitors from 41 regions and countries, including 20 pavilions, and 112 speakers from across the globe. Amid the strong turnout, APM saw a significant number of announcements, covering
- [New global model reveals hidden UV risk for next-generation solar panels](https://econews.com.au/new-global-model-reveals-hidden-uv-risk-for-next-generation-solar-panels/) - UNSW Sydney Engineers from UNSW have created a worldwide UV radiation map for solar panels, highlighting major differences in exposure depending on climate and mounting systems. A new global study has revealed that ultraviolet (UV) radiation may be quietly shortening the lifespan of next-generation solar panels by up to 10 years — and current industry
- [EnviroInvest Investment Fund Launches to Capture Australia’s Environmental Investment Opportunity](https://econews.com.au/enviroinvest-investment-fund-launches-to-capture-australias-environmental-investment-opportunity/) - EnviroInvest has launched the EnviroInvest Investment Fund, providing investors with access to Australia’s rapidly expanding environmental investment landscape, as global capital continues to shift toward energy transition and decarbonisation. The launch follows record levels of investment into the sector, with global energy transition capital reaching approximately US$2.3 trillion in 2025, reflecting a structural reallocation of
- [RUNNATION FILM FESTIVAL RETURNS WITH 30+ SCREENINGS ACROSS AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND IN 2026](https://econews.com.au/runnation-film-festival-returns-with-30-screenings-across-australia-and-new-zealand-in-2026/) - Real stories. Running connections. A film night to inspire. RunNation Film Festival returns for its 12th year in 2026, touring more than 30 locations across Australia and New Zealand from July to August. Bringing together runners, filmmakers, and communities, RunNation showcases a curated selection of films that explore running beyond the finish line. The program
- [$1.2m partnership for robots to fix roads](https://econews.com.au/1-2m-partnership-for-robots-to-fix-roads/) - Ali Rajabipour is the Director of CDU’s Centre for Asphalt and Road Technologies. Charles Darwin University An AI-powered robotic system will soon detect and repair cracked roads thanks to a $1.2 million partnership between Charles Darwin University (CDU), Civiltech Solutions, and the Additive Manufacturing Cooperative Research Centre (AMCRC). The industry-research partnership will combine LiDAR road
- [NRMA Insurance reports record jump in EV quote requests as fuel prices surge](https://econews.com.au/nrma-insurance-reports-record-jump-in-ev-quote-requests-as-fuel-prices-surge/) - New NRMA Insurance data shows quotes for electric vehicles (EVs) jumped 42% in March 2026, and by 81% year on year, as more Australian’s consider EVs amid rising crude oil prices and concerns over fuel supply. The events in the Middle East and its impact on fuel prices in early March saw monthly EV insurance
- [Grants plant seed for environmental glow-ups](https://econews.com.au/grants-plant-seed-for-environmental-glow-ups/) - Organisations with ideas to improve the environment and inspire sustainable behaviour across Lake Macquarie are encouraged to apply for a Community Environment Grant. The grants offer up to $5000 for projects that reduce waste, improve biodiversity, lower carbon emissions or promote environmentally sustainable practices in the community. Recent projects the program has supported include a
- [Financial BooST for homeowners in Boroondara](https://econews.com.au/financial-boost-for-homeowners-in-boroondara/) - The City of Boroondara has unveiled a new initiative, BooST (Boroondara’s Sustainable Transition), giving residents access to free expert advice and generous financial support to make their homes more energy efficient. As part of an expanded Solar Savers program, BooST offers free home energy assessments alongside subsidies of up to $2,000 for energy upgrades, with total funding of
- [Origin reaches major milestone on journey to make EVs more accessible and affordable for Australians](https://econews.com.au/origin-reaches-major-milestone-on-journey-to-make-evs-more-accessible-and-affordable-for-australians/) - Origin has officially surpassed 2,000 electric vehicles (EVs) under management, cementing its position as Australia’s largest dedicated EV subscription and fleet provider. Major brands and partners who have come on board in Australia include AON, Australian Super, Gilbert + Tobin, Mantel, Ventia and Tesla. This represents a collective movement among corporations in Australia, making EVs more
- [Flight Centre Travel Group launches global giving initiative  powered by The Intrepid Foundation](https://econews.com.au/flight-centre-travel-group-launches-global-giving-initiative-powered-by-the-intrepid-foundation/) - Flight Centre Travel Group has partnered with The Intrepid Foundation, the not-for-profit arm of Intrepid Travel, to launch a global giving program, FCTG Gives. The partnership will expand Flight Centre’s philanthropic reach beyond its current long-term local charity partners by tapping into The Intrepid Foundation’s strong network of more than 50 grassroots not-for-profit organisations across 40+ countries. Through FCTG Gives, Flight
- [LIV Golf Launches LIV For Good, Committing to Impact Five Million Youth Through Initiatives tied to the Game, Community, and Planet](https://econews.com.au/liv-golf-launches-liv-for-good-committing-to-impact-five-million-youth-through-initiatives-tied-to-the-game-community-and-planet/) - Southern Guards GC’s Charl Schwartzel and Dean Burmester participate with attendees of the Southern Guards GC Youth Clinic ahead of LIV Golf South Africa. In February 2026, Southern Guards partnered with LIV Golf and Steyn City Golf Academy to launch the Southern Guards GC Academy Programme to develop and implement golf initiatives for youth across
- [SolaX X3-Pro-G2 Delivers 100% Renewable Operations for Australian Distillery](https://econews.com.au/solax-x3-pro-g2-delivers-100-renewable-operations-for-australian-distillery/) - Precisely specified 20kW commercial installation cuts Brunswick Aces’ energy bills by nearly 80% and highlights solar’s growing role in small business/food and beverage manufacturing SolaX Power Australia has completed a solar storage installation at Brunswick Aces, Australia’s first moderation distillery, delivering 100% renewable energy during production operations and reducing the distillery’s overall energy bills by
- [20¢ Refund Push: More Money for Aussies, Charities, and Our Environment](https://econews.com.au/20¢-refund-push-more-money-for-aussies-charities-and-our-environment/) - Environmental groups, community organisations and recycling industry leaders are calling on State and Territory governments to increase their container deposit schemes’ refund amounts from 10c to 20c to increase the number of bottles and cans returned and give more money back to consumers, charities and community groups. The launch of the 20 Cents Makes Sense campaign today
- [Return and Earn is even more convenient in Parramatta](https://econews.com.au/return-and-earn-is-even-more-convenient-in-parramatta/) - Return and Earn Parramatta?residents have even more locations to recycle their eligible bottles,?cans?and cartons with the opening of a new Return and Earn machine. The?Northmead Return?and Earn machine is the?16th return point in the?City of Parramatta Council area,?making it easier than ever to recycle eligible containers and get your 10c refund. The new machine is?located?at?128 Briens Road, Northmead.?It
- [Ministers move towards national battery stewardship as fire risks](https://econews.com.au/ministers-move-towards-national-battery-stewardship-as-fire-risks/) - Australia’s Environment Ministers have signalled a shift towards nationally harmonised battery stewardship, prioritising exploration of a mandatory approach as battery-related fire risks continue to increase. At last week’s Environment Ministers’ Meeting, ministers agreed to assess options for nationally consistent product stewardship arrangements at their next meeting, with batteries identified as a priority area. The communique
- [Circular economies should work for communities, not against them](https://econews.com.au/circular-economies-should-work-for-communities-not-against-them/) - Charles Darwin University The circular economy concept is often thought of as a model to eliminate waste and pollution – but when applied thoughtfully, circular approaches can create jobs, strengthen local economies, improve public health and more, according to new research led by Charles Darwin University (CDU). Circular economies – a system which aims to minimise waste by keeping materials, products and resources
- [Global Tensions and Energy Bills: Prices Are Easing – But Volatility Isn’t Off the Table](https://econews.com.au/global-tensions-and-energy-bills-prices-are-easing-but-volatility-isnt-off-the-table/) - By Sophie Ryan, Comparison Expert at iSelect Australians could finally feel some much-needed cost-of-living relief in their electricity bills, with benchmark pricing forecast to fall in most parts of the country. Early signs for local demand and wholesale costs have been positive, but just as the clouds start to part, a new storm may be
- [RAIL FREIGHT: MAKING AUSTRALIA’S FUEL STOCKS LAST LONGER](https://econews.com.au/rail-freight-making-australias-fuel-stocks-last-longer/) - The Freight on Rail Group (FORG) today called on the Federal Government to prioritise freight rail as an essential service in response to heightened fuel prices and supply risks. FORG said freight rail plays a critical role in maintaining Australia’s economic resilience, food security and export competitiveness, particularly during periods of fuel scarcity. “Freight rail
- [Landmark 3.5 million MiQ Methane Certificate Transaction Settled on Xpansiv CBL](https://econews.com.au/landmark-3-5-million-miq-methane-certificate-transaction-settled-on-xpansiv-cbl/) - Bilateral block transaction settled via CBL secure platform demonstrates robust market infrastructure to support market-based solutions Methane certificates are emerging as a key solution to meet European methane and US data center requirements with independently validated methane emissions intensity data Xpansiv, the leading infrastructure provider for the global energy transition markets, and MiQ, the not-for-profit
- [Yarra Valley Water’s 2026 Community Grants Program Now Open](https://econews.com.au/yarra-valley-waters-2026-community-grants-program-now-open/) - Yarra Valley Water’s 2026 Community Grants Program opens today, offering up to $15,000 for community-led initiatives that use water wisely, strengthen community connection, and restore and protect our natural environment. The program is one of the many ways Yarra Valley Water partners with local organisations to create positive and lasting outcomes across Melbourne’s north and
- [Seize the moment to accelerate electrification of Australian economy](https://econews.com.au/seize-the-moment-to-accelerate-electrification-of-australian-economy/) - With Australia in the grips of the third global energy crisis in six years, we – a coalition of energy, industry and consumer advocacy organisations – comprising the Energy Consumers Australia, Energy Efficiency Council, Electric Vehicle Council, Green Building Council of Australia, Rewiring Australia and Australian Alliance for Energy Productivity – call on Australian governments
- [Australia’s Greater Bilby population quadruples in time for Easter](https://econews.com.au/australias-greater-bilby-population-quadruples-in-time-for-easter/) - Close-up of a Bilby at Scotia Wildlife Sanctuary. © Hannah Nichols Australia’s threatened Greater Bilby, affectionately known as the Easter Bilby, has recorded its biggest population increase in recent years. New data from Australian Wildlife Conservancy’s (AWC) Annual Bilby Census reveals the population on AWC sanctuaries and partnership sites is now more than four times larger than
- [Global human population pushing Earth past breaking point](https://econews.com.au/global-human-population-pushing-earth-past-breaking-point/) - Matthew Flinders Professor of Global Ecology Corey Bradshaw, from Flinders University The Earth has already exceeded its ability to support the global population sustainably, with new research warning of increasing pressure on food security, climate stability, and human wellbeing. However, slowing population growth and raising global awareness could still offer humanity some hope. Published in Environmental Research
- [Australia’s sustainable seafood champions recognised for advancing responsible production and safeguarding the future of seafood  Retailers, producers and innovators honoured at the Australian Sustainable Seafood Awards 2026](https://econews.com.au/australias-sustainable-seafood-champions-recognised-for-advancing-responsible-production-and-safeguarding-the-future-of-seafood-retailers-producers-and-innovators-honoured-at-the-australian/) - Australia’s seafood leaders have been recognised for setting the benchmark in responsible seafood production at the 2026 Sustainable Seafood Awards. An initiative of the Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) and the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), two global non-profit organisations that set internationally recognised standards for seafood farming and wild capture fisheries, the awards celebrate farms, fisheries, retailers and individuals
- [Veolia strengthens its leadership in PFAS treatment in Australia with AUD 220M acquisition of the country’s major soil remediation player](https://econews.com.au/veolia-strengthens-its-leadership-in-pfas-treatment-in-australia-with-aud-220m-acquisition-of-the-countrys-major-soil-remediation-player/) - Veolia reinforces its position as a pioneer in the fight against PFAS contamination in Australia, with this acquisition acting as a double growth booster – accelerating both its geographic expansion in Australia and its capabilities in hazardous waste treatment – fully aligned with its global GreenUp strategy. The transaction, part of usual tuck-ins, is valued
- [Grants of $1 million available for Recycling Solutions](https://econews.com.au/grants-of-1-million-available-for-recycling-solutions/) - Sustainability Victoria is inviting businesses, local government, social enterprises and not-for-profits to apply for up to $1 million in funding under Round 6 of the Victorian Circular Economy Recycling Modernisation Fund (CERMF). The CERMF combines Australian and Victorian government investment to support projects that strengthen Victoria’s recycling capability, build capacity and improve the resilience of
- [Damselfish pick-up lines could have a regional accent](https://econews.com.au/damselfish-pick-up-lines-could-have-a-regional-accent/) - A damselfish (Dascyllus Reticulatus). Image: Juan Carlos Azofeifa-Solano Australian Institute of Marine Science Key facts: Two species of Damselfish on Australian coral reefs produce distinct courtship pulse sounds with regional ‘accents’ Fish at Lizard Island (Queensland) make shorter, faster pulses while those at Coral Bay (Western Australia) produce slower, more drawn-out calls Environmental factors, particularly
- [The End of Single-Use Plastics? Pacific Tourism Takes a Big Step](https://econews.com.au/the-end-of-single-use-plastics-pacific-tourism-takes-a-big-step/) - The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) has launched a landmark ‘This for That’ single-use plastic innovation drive at the South Pacific Tourism Exchange (SPTE) 2026, the region’s premier travel trade event. The campaign, aimed at eliminating single-use plastics from the Pacific tourism industry, was officially launched by the Honourable Viliame Gavoka, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for
- [Australia’s Youth Agenda: A little less conversation, a little more climate action](https://econews.com.au/australias-youth-agenda-a-little-less-conversation-a-little-more-climate-action/) - Climate change could deal a $165,000 blow to the lifetime incomes of young Australians unless three urgent outcomes are delivered to realise a new, green growth model, a report released today warns. Developed by a team of young economists from Deloitte Access Economics, Australia’s Youth Agenda: A little less conversation, a little more climate action is the
- [Council program a hopping good win](https://econews.com.au/council-program-a-hopping-good-win/) - City of Moreton Bay has been recognised by the Australasian Network for Ecology and Transportation for its nation-leading Green Infrastructure Network Delivery Program The program has delivered safe fauna crossing infrastructure, including canopy bridge connections and wildlife underpasses, wildlife exclusion fencing, fauna escape hatches, and vehicle activated LED signs along more than 3800km of Council’s
- [Homeowners urged to act fast ahead of home battery rebate changes](https://econews.com.au/homeowners-urged-to-act-fast-ahead-of-home-battery-rebate-changes/) - VoltX Energy Chief Operating Officer David Sedighi New data shows Sydney’s outer suburbs are leading a surge in demand for home batteries amid warnings March could be the last chance to secure installations before major changes take effect in the Federal Government’s Cheaper Home Batteries Rebate program. Leading energy solutions provider VoltX Energy admits this month is
- [RELA unveils new tools to empower landowners in renewable energy planning.](https://econews.com.au/rela-unveils-new-tools-to-empower-landowners-in-renewable-energy-planning/) - Assess 2.0, backed by ARENA, is a free, independent platform that helps landowners evaluate their land’s renewable energy potential and plan how energy and agriculture can thrive together, supporting both energy and food security. Canberra, ACT | 26 March 2026 – RELA today launched Assess 2.0, the next generation of its land assessment software platform,
- [‘WE THE WILD’ SCORES AT THE INTERNATIONAL MELBOURNE FLOWER & GARDEN SHOW](https://econews.com.au/we-the-wild-scores-at-the-international-melbourne-flower-garden-show/) - ‘We the Wild,’ a 310 sqm installation inspired by Victoria’s iconic southern coastline and designed by national planning, transport and landscape consultancy, Ratio Consultants, has received a gold medal, the Best Use of Plant Life and the Best in Show awards at the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show this week. The installation has been designed as an ecological
- [Vital step in region’s Dark Sky Reserve journey](https://econews.com.au/vital-step-in-regions-dark-sky-reserve-journey/) - Milky Way Credit: Dr Ken Wishaw The Sunshine Coast is a major step closer to protecting its starry future, with Sunshine Coast Council applying for international designation to establish a Dark Sky Reserve in the Sunshine Coast hinterland. At Council’s March Ordinary Meeting, Councillors endorsed the application and adopted the Sunshine Coast Dark Sky Reserve
- [$20 million crap’s given: Who Gives a Crap proves that profit-for-purpose can scale](https://econews.com.au/20-million-craps-given-who-gives-a-crap-proves-that-profit-for-purpose-can-scale/) - Who Gives A Crap surpasses $20m AUD in total contributions to global water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) efforts. Through its profit-for-purpose business model, the Aussie company does good with its bottom line, donating 50% of its profits. With a 19.97% year-on-year growth in Woolworths, more Australians than ever are swapping their traditional rolls for toilet paper that does good. Australian social
- [One year on from Cyclone Alfred: what have we learnt?](https://econews.com.au/one-year-on-from-cyclone-alfred-what-have-we-learnt/) - With Cyclone Narelle’s impact already being felt in Queensland and now threatening to reach as far south as Perth, local communities and businesses are bracing for its severity and financial impact. It follows the recent anniversary of Cyclone Alfred which also struck Queensland, causing almost $2 billion in damages. One year on, The Insurance Council of Australia and has renewed their call for urgent
- [BIG W Leads the Way for Cotton Transparency as First Australian Retailer to Adopt Oritain’s Gold Verification](https://econews.com.au/big-w-leads-the-way-for-cotton-transparency-as-first-australian-retailer-to-adopt-oritains-gold-verification/) - Gemma Lynch, Chief Customer Officer at Oritain BIG W, one of Australia’s most trusted retailers, is raising the bar for ethical sourcing by becoming the first Australian retail brand to join Oritain’s global Membership Program as Gold Members. This commitment expands BIG W’s three-year partnership with Oritain and its promise to source and sell sustainable and
- [Australian households worth over $26B in rooftop value, new analysis reveals](https://econews.com.au/australian-households-worth-over-26b-in-rooftop-value-new-analysis-reveals/) - AI platform launches to help Australian households unlock billions in rooftop solar and battery value If all Australian homes had rooftop solar and battery systems installed, the nation could be saving more than $26 billion in annual electricity bills, according to new research released today. The Australian Rooftop Valuation Report, published alongside the official launch of AI-powered
- [New heights reached with project on mountaineering activities on the world’s highest peaks?](https://econews.com.au/new-heights-reached-with-project-on-mountaineering-activities-on-the-worlds-highest-peaks/) - Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, Africa, is the most recent climb for the Seven Summits Sustainability Project lead researcher.? Picture: Chrystie Watson Charles Darwin University A research project exploring the impacts of mountaineering activities on the Seven Summits has reached a new peak, with three climbs thus far undertaken. The project, led by Charles Darwin University (CDU)
- [Schneider Electric deepens building security offering through new Gallagher Security partnership](https://econews.com.au/schneider-electric-deepens-building-security-offering-through-new-gallagher-security-partnership/) - Scott Johnstone, National Sales Manager – Australia, Gallagher Security Schneider Electric has formed a strategic partnership with Gallagher Security to deliver integrated security and building management solutions. The partnership with Gallagher Security adds greater depth and flexibility to Schneider Electric’s security offering. The collaboration is in response to growing demand for connected, future-ready infrastructure across
- [Community Groups Invited to Apply for Plico Future Fund Grants Supporting Sustainability and Community Resilience](https://econews.com.au/community-groups-invited-to-apply-for-plico-future-fund-grants-supporting-sustainability-and-community-resilience/) - Community organisations across Western Australia, New South Wales and Victoria are being encouraged to apply for funding through the Plico Future Fund, with the latest round of grants now open. The Fund supports community groups, schools, charities, sports clubs, grassroots organisations and beyond in delivering projects that strengthen sustainability, community resilience and environmental stewardship. Established by
- [The food commodities driving deforestation globally](https://econews.com.au/the-food-commodities-driving-deforestation-globally/) - Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden, have produced a comprehensive global survey of how different commodities are causing deforestation. The image shows forest loss in the Appalachian Mountains. Photo: Alex Diaz on Unsplash. Maize, rice and cassava drive more deforestation than major export-oriented crops like cocoa, coffee, and rubber. This has been shown by researchers from
- [Return and Earn is even more convenient in Forster](https://econews.com.au/return-and-earn-is-even-more-convenient-in-forster/) - Breese Parade Return and Earn machine. Return and Earn Forster?residents have even more locations to recycle their eligible bottles,?cans?and cartons with the opening of a new Return and Earn machine. The?Breese Parade Return?and Earn machine is the?15th?return point in the?MidCoast Council area,?making it easier than ever?to recycle eligible containers and get your 10c refund. The new machine
- [Grundfos Joins Danish Royal Delegation to Drive Australian Water Security and Green Building Transition](https://econews.com.au/grundfos-joins-danish-royal-delegation-to-drive-australian-water-security-and-green-building-transition/) - Grundfos team with John Warlters from Rural Aid during the Danish State Visit business delegation in Melbourne Grundfos participated in the Green Buildings track as part of the business delegation attending the official Danish State Visit to Australia. As part of the visit, Grundfos announced a new partnership with Rural Aid, supported by the Grundfos
- [Energy Shake-Up: Australians should rethink their energy plan as refreshed electricity pricing heats up competition](https://econews.com.au/energy-shake-up-australians-should-rethink-their-energy-plan-as-refreshed-electricity-pricing-heats-up-competition/) - Nectr tops the list of best electricity pricing in NSW and QLD, offering more affordable energy to Australians looking for a better deal Australian energy users are set to benefit from new electricity pricing hitting the market. Today, Australian energy retailer and solutions provider Nectr has released top electricity rates, offering much needed power bill relief for
- [140 years on, CPAs face the AI era – trust and ethics remain irreplaceable](https://econews.com.au/140-years-on-cpas-face-the-ai-era-trust-and-ethics-remain-irreplaceable/) - Chris Freeland AM, CEO at CPA Australia. CPA Australia Australia’s largest accounting body CPA Australia marked a milestone for the accounting profession, using its 140th Anniversary Gala Dinner in Sydney last night to reflect on the forces shaping its future – including the rapid rise of AI. Keynote speaker Peter Tonagh, Chair of Nine, Executive Chair
- [SANY and OCHA Sign Partnership Agreement at HNPW 2026](https://econews.com.au/sany-and-ocha-sign-partnership-agreement-at-hnpw-2026/) - Shen Danxi, Secretary-General of SANY Foundation During the 2026 Humanitarian Networks and Partnerships Week (HNPW), SANY Foundation and the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) , formalizing a cooperation framework covering disaster preparedness, emergency response, and early recovery for people in crisis worldwide. The agreement was
- [The next challenge for Australia’s energy transition is coordination](https://econews.com.au/the-next-challenge-for-australias-energy-transition-is-coordination/) - By Thomas Deschler, Vice President, Power Systems at Schneider Electric Australia and New Zealand’s electricity networks are entering a new phase of the energy transition. For more than a decade the focus has been on building renewable generation and connecting it to the grid. That effort continues, and it will remain essential. But for many
- [EcoCeres and Chinese Aviation Partners  Launch SAF Pilot Program in China](https://econews.com.au/ecoceres-and-chinese-aviation-partners-launch-saf-pilot-program-in-china/) - EcoCeres Inc., a leading pure-play renewable fuels producer, has launched a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) pilot program in China, codenamed “Project Spark”, together with The Second Research Institute of Civil Aviation Administration of China (CASRI), China National Aviation Fuel Group (CNAF), China Southern Airlines, Air China Cargo, Sichuan Airlines, and Huarong Chemical, completing a closed
- [Time to supercharge efficient electrification to protect against global shocks](https://econews.com.au/time-to-supercharge-efficient-electrification-to-protect-against-global-shocks/) - The Energy Efficiency Council has called on Australian governments to ramp up support for the electrification of Australian homes, to bolster their resilience to global energy shocks. With Australians facing their third major disruption to the global energy market in the last six years, the International Energy Agency (IEA) has cautioned that it may take
- [AI’s growth is colliding with a physical reality: heat](https://econews.com.au/ais-growth-is-colliding-with-a-physical-reality-heat/) - By Farokh Ghadially, Vice President IT and Data Centres, Schneider Electric Artificial intelligence is often framed as a software breakthrough. In practice, it is also an energy and infrastructure challenge. A single AI query can consume roughly ten times the electricity of a typical internet search, and demand is climbing rapidly. By 2030, data centres are projected
- [Oaktree and Macquarie Asset Management back RELA as it takes Prepay international, acquiring one of the UK’s largest renewable energy lease portfolios.](https://econews.com.au/oaktree-and-macquarie-asset-management-back-rela-as-it-takes-prepay-international-acquiring-one-of-the-uks-largest-renewable-energy-lease-portfolios/) - RELA, the Australian renewable energy land specialist, has completed the acquisition of a portfolio of renewable energy lease interests, marking the formal launch of RELA Prepay in the United Kingdom. The acquisition and launch is backed with equity from funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management, L.P. (“Oaktree”) and debt financing provided by Macquarie Asset Management
- [New Data: Australian EV Drivers Save $32,000 in Fuel Costs Over Lifetime of Car](https://econews.com.au/new-data-australian-ev-drivers-save-32000-in-fuel-costs-over-lifetime-of-car/) - Ed Harvey, CEO of Evnex As the Middle East crisis continues to push petrol prices around $2 a litre for Australian drivers, new data released from Evnex has revealed that the average electric vehicle driver saves $2,820 in fuel costs compared to a petrol car, every single year. The EV charger manufacturer says that saving adds up
- [Celebrating a century of Australian Eco-Tourism: O’Reilly’s marks 100 years](https://econews.com.au/celebrating-a-century-of-australian-eco-tourism-oreillys-marks-100-years/) - Australia’s oldest family-owned ecotourism retreat, O’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat in the Scenic Rim in Queensland, is turning 100 this year, a milestone that celebrates a century of adventure, innovation, and a deep connection to nature. Since 1926, when the O’Reilly family opened their remote guesthouse in the heart of Lamington National Park, they’ve been pioneers of
- [Epson showcases education innovation as Platinum Sponsor of the Australian Secondary Principals’ Association National Summit (ASPA)](https://econews.com.au/epson-showcases-education-innovation-as-platinum-sponsor-of-the-australian-secondary-principals-association-national-summit-aspa/) - Epson DS-32000 A3 high-speed document scanner Held from 24–25 March 2026 at Gandel Hall in the National Gallery of Australia, Canberra Epson Australia will take centre stage as a Platinum Sponsor at the upcoming Australian Secondary Principals’ Association (ASPA) National Summit, bringing some of its latest education technology solutions to one of the country’s most influential gatherings of
- [Plant a tree in memory of your pet and help save Australia’s koalas](https://econews.com.au/plant-a-tree-in-memory-of-your-pet-and-help-save-australias-koalas/) - Australian Koala Foundation Key facts: For $10, supporters can plant a tree through the Australian Koala Foundation (AKF) to memorialise a pet or loved one AKF’s 100-acre Quinlans sanctuary is being restored from former cattle grazing land to native bush habitat for koalas Trees planted by staff are now mature enough for koala feeding, though
- [Renewables and batteries herald lower electricity prices for East Coast households and businesses](https://econews.com.au/renewables-and-batteries-herald-lower-electricity-prices-for-east-coast-households-and-businesses/) - Solar Citizens welcomes the news from the Australian Energy Regulator (AER) today that electricity prices are expected to fall by up to 10% for households and up to 20% per year for businesses on the east coast. “The great news is that increased renewable energy and battery storage is starting to drive down the wholesale
- [Melbourne businesses strengthen sustainability commitments and water efficiency goals with WaterSmart](https://econews.com.au/melbourne-businesses-strengthen-sustainability-commitments-and-water-efficiency-goals-with-watersmart/) - Melbourne Zoo’s 110-year-old Ficus Macrophylla tree at Carousel Park. Greater Western Water Greater Western Water is encouraging businesses with high water needs to join Victoria’s WaterSmart program to track and target their water usage. Now in its second year, Greater Western Water is already supporting more than 20 businesses in Melbourne’s north and west regions
- [EDP recognised by Ethisphere as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies](https://econews.com.au/edp-recognised-by-ethisphere-as-one-of-the-worlds-most-ethical-companies/) - In the year it celebrates its 50th anniversary, EDP is one of the 138 companies recognised by Ethisphere and the only Portuguese company included in the World’s Most Ethical Companies list. This is the 15th time EDP has been globally recognised for its ethical business practices. EDP has once again been recognised as one of the World’s
- [Swift action delivers major win for endangered Little Terns at Blacksmiths Beach](https://econews.com.au/swift-action-delivers-major-win-for-endangered-little-terns-at-blacksmiths-beach/) - Little Tern nestling rescue Community Environment Network Lucas Grenadier @NSW DCCEEW Six newly hatched Little Terns are helping boost the population of their endangered species, following a successful and unexpected breeding season at Blacksmiths Beach this summer. Lake Macquarie City Council Manager Environmental Systems Brendan Callander said the colony, which laid 22 eggs, was the
- [Historic Golden Heritage Pipeline plans resurface after 128 years](https://econews.com.au/historic-golden-heritage-pipeline-plans-resurface-after-128-years/) - Scott Aiken – Binnies MD, Glen Hardy – Binnies Regional Director, Pat Donovan CEO or Water Corporation Two original 19th-century engineering reports that shed new insight into Western Australia’s mammoth Golden Heritage Pipeline have been rediscovered by water engineering consultancy Binnies, an RSK Australia company. Binnies has donated the reports to Water Corporation to ensure the historical documents take their
- [Hitachi, The University of Technology Sydney and NTT DATA Sign MoU to Accelerate Green Transformation in Australia](https://econews.com.au/hitachi-the-university-of-technology-sydney-and-ntt-data-sign-mou-to-accelerate-green-transformation-in-australia/) - Hitachi, The University of Technology Sydney and NTT DATA Sign MoU to Accelerate Green Transformation in Australia Establishing UTS as a Living Lab to verify the value of integrated ESG data management and AI-driven energy optimisation for the Australian market Hitachi, Ltd. (TSE:6501, “Hitachi”), The University of Technology Sydney (UTS) and NTT DATA, a global
- [Analytik Jena Celebrates 40 Years of Biometra – A Success Story in Molecular Biology](https://econews.com.au/analytik-jena-celebrates-40-years-of-biometra-a-success-story-in-molecular-biology/) - The Team – Biometra Analytik Jena, together with its subsidiary Biometra, is celebrating four decades of technological excellence in molecular biology. Since its founding in 1985, Biometra has had a significant impact on laboratory practice – from early electrophoresis systems to pioneering PCR thermocyclers and modern platforms enabling automated, highly precise workflows. This success story
- [The “Environmental Memories” in Museum Jars](https://econews.com.au/the-environmental-memories-in-museum-jars/) - Yellow-bellied water skinks (Eulamprus heatwolei) ethanol_collection_AustralianNationalWIldlifeCollection.jpg – Caption: Spirit-preserved specimens like these yellow-bellied water skinks are now being used to unlock molecular “snapshots” of Australia’s environmental history. Credit: CSIRO. How 100-Year-Old Specimens Are Saving Australian Species By Sarah Hard Inside the sterile, climate-controlled vaults of the CSIRO’s new “Diversity” building in Canberra, millions of preserved
- [European Investment Bank (EIB) backs €260 million solar portfolio across Ireland with a €100 million project finance loan to Dolmen Solar Ltd, a holding company of Power Capital Renewable Energy](https://econews.com.au/european-investment-bank-eib-backs-e260-million-solar-portfolio-across-ireland-with-a-e100-million-project-finance-loan-to-dolmen-solar-ltd-a-holding-company-of-power-capital-renewable-energy/) - Four new solar farms totalling 395 MW to power nearly 80,000 homes and support Ireland’s 2030 climate targets – construction starts in coming months Landmark financing combines long-term EIB backing with commercial co-lending to unlock 395 MW of renewable capacity EIB provides €100 million in Ireland’s first fully non-recourse solar project financing Record solar investment
- [BICYCLE NETWORK AND RACV HELP OVER 1600 VICTORIAN STUDENTS LEARN TO RIDE BIKES AHEAD OF RIDE2SCHOOL DAY](https://econews.com.au/bicycle-network-and-racv-help-over-1600-victorian-students-learn-to-ride-bikes-ahead-of-ride2school-day/) - Source: Bicycle Network More than 1600 Victorian primary school students have gained critical bike riding and road safety skills through a partnership between RACV and Bicycle Network, as the organisations gear up for National Ride2School Day this Friday 20 March 2026. More than 350,000 students across the nation are expected to ride, walk, scoot and
- [NEW REPORT: CHINA’S $120bn INVESTMENT BLITZ INTO GLOBAL CRITICAL MINERALS LEAVES AUSTRALIA EXPOSED – THE CLOCK IS TICKING](https://econews.com.au/new-report-chinas-120bn-investment-blitz-into-global-critical-minerals-leaves-australia-exposed-the-clock-is-ticking/) - Climate Energy Finance New CEF report warns Australias dig-and-ship economy faces a clear and present threat as China systematically diversifies away from Australian supply across lithium, iron ore and critical minerals A major new report released today by independent think tank Climate Energy Finance (CEF) – Raw Power: China locks-in global dominance of critical minerals and
- [Epson projectors and printers win the iF DESIGN AWARD 2026](https://econews.com.au/epson-projectors-and-printers-win-the-if-design-award-2026/) - Each year since 1954, iF International Forum Design GmbH, headquartered in Germany, organises the iF DESIGN AWARD, now recognised internationally as one of the most prestigious design competitions. A jury selects the best and most innovative industrial product designs. This award honours only products that meet a wide range of strict criteria, including practicality, craftsmanship,
- [Bowen backs Clean Energy Regulator to oversee rooftop solar, batteries and EVs](https://econews.com.au/bowen-backs-clean-energy-regulator-to-oversee-rooftop-solar-batteries-and-evs/) - Energy and Climate Change Minister Chris Bowen Solar Citizens welcomes the commitment from Energy and Climate Change Minister Chris Bowen to establish a national technical regulator for consumer energy resources (CER), with the Clean Energy Regulator announced to oversee the new framework. “Millions of Australians already own rooftop solar, and home batteries and EVs are
- [InCommodities secures $200m battery deal with Vena Group to expand Australian energy footprint](https://econews.com.au/incommodities-secures-200m-battery-deal-with-vena-group-to-expand-australian-energy-footprint/) - Andrew Koscharsky, InCommodities Head of Australia – Owen Sela, Country Head, Vena Group – Their Majesties Danish energy trading company InCommodities has signed a landmark $200 million long-term battery storage agreement with Vena Group for the Bellambi Heights Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Beryl, New South Wales. The deal was announced during the Danish Royal State visit to
- [CH4 Global wins global AgTech award for the third straight year](https://econews.com.au/ch4-global-wins-global-agtech-award-for-the-third-straight-year/) - CH4 Global founder and CEO Dr Steve Meller CH4 Global has been selected as one of the THRIVE Top50 AgTech companies of 2026, an international award recognising the international companies redefining innovation across the agricultural landscape. SVG Ventures, an international innovation platform which supports advancement in the food and agriculture industry, identifies standout businesses distinguished
- [Epson on CDP A List for Water Security](https://econews.com.au/epson-on-cdp-a-list-for-water-security/) - Epson has been selected as an A List company, the highest possible rating, in the Water Security category of the CDP assessment conducted by the international non-profit organisation CDP. In addition, Epson received an A- rating in the Climate Change category. These ratings reflect CDP’s recognition of Epson’s leadership in addressing issues related to water
- [Fuel price hikes spark 15% surge in EV quote requests: NRMA Insurance finds](https://econews.com.au/fuel-price-hikes-spark-15-surge-in-ev-quote-requests-nrma-insurance-finds/) - Rising petrol prices are accelerating interest in electric vehicles (EVs), with new data from NRMA Insurance showing a sharp increase in drivers seeking EV insurance quotes. New data shows a 15% increase in EV insurance quote requests in the first two weeks of March compared with the same period in February 2026, and a 56%
- [Two in Three Australians Say Op-Shopping Is More Exciting Than Buying New, New Salvos Stores Research Reveals](https://econews.com.au/two-in-three-australians-say-op-shopping-is-more-exciting-than-buying-new-new-salvos-stores-research-reveals/) - New national study reveals op-shopping has become a ‘treasure hunt’ experience, with Australians twice as likely to regret missing out on an op-shop find than a regular retail item. Nearly two in three Australians (68%) say op-shopping is more exciting than buying new, according to new national research commissioned by Salvos Stores, highlighting the growing appeal
- [Steel Roofing Is Leading Australia’s Push Toward Sustainable Construction](https://econews.com.au/steel-roofing-is-leading-australias-push-toward-sustainable-construction/) - Australia’s construction sector is wasting materials at an unprecedented scale, with a new national report revealing the average building project discards 141 kilograms of material for every square metre built. That’s the equivalent of throwing away a fully stocked fridge for every square metre of floor space. The top categories wasted include concrete, masonry, tiles, lighting and
- [Essential Energy targets biggest barrier to plug the regional, remote EV charging gap](https://econews.com.au/essential-energy-targets-biggest-barrier-to-plug-the-regional-remote-ev-charging-gap/) - Essential Energy Plug and Play program to use existing network infrastructure to boost private enterprise Essential Energy is positioning itself as a catalyst for electric vehicle (EV) charging in regional, rural and remote NSW in a bid to attract private investment into towns where a sustainable market has yet to emerge. Through its Plug and
- [Workiva Bolsters APJ Investment with Strategic Executive Appointment Amid Period of Sustained Growth](https://econews.com.au/workiva-bolsters-apj-investment-with-strategic-executive-appointment-amid-period-of-sustained-growth/) - Kristen “KP” Pimpini as Vice President of Sales and General Manager, APJ Workiva Inc. (NYSE: WK), a leading, AI-powered platform for trust, transparency, and accountability, is fueling its investment in Asia-Pacific and Japan (APJ), announcing the appointment of Kristen “KP” Pimpini as Vice President of Sales and General Manager, APJ. The appointment comes on the
- [Australian food-tech platform Saveful makes its India debut at  Australian High Commission](https://econews.com.au/australian-food-tech-platform-saveful-makes-its-india-debut-at-australian-high-commission/) - Saveful India Launch Matt Morna and Sanjeev Kapoor with Australian High Commissioner Phillip Green Saveful, Australia’s social enterprise and food-tech platform, has marked a major milestone in its global expansion with an official India launch, unveiled at the Australian High Commission’s ‘Plates with Purpose’ event, held on the sidelines of AAHAR 2026 in New Delhi.
- [B Lab opens new B Corp standards to businesses worldwide](https://econews.com.au/b-lab-opens-new-b-corp-standards-to-businesses-worldwide/) - At a time when corporate sustainability claims face growing scrutiny from regulators, investors and consumers, B Lab has officially opened its new standards for B Corp Certification to businesses around the world. The updated standards, launched on 11 March, represent the most significant evolution of the certification in B Lab’s history. They will shape how
- [Fusion Signage achieves SOC 2 Type II attestation and launches Trust Centre](https://econews.com.au/fusion-signage-achieves-soc-2-type-ii-attestation-and-launches-trust-centre/) - In a major achievement Fusion Signage, often referred to as Australia’s user-friendliest digital signage software, has officially achieved SOC 2 Type II attestation. The new SOC 2 Type II attestation is very highly regarded and critical to all users of digital signage software. The company’s SOC 2 Type II audit was completed by Sensiba, an independent
- [Electric Hydrofoiling Passenger Vessels Set for Swan River as Vessev Enters Australian Market](https://econews.com.au/electric-hydrofoiling-passenger-vessels-set-for-swan-river-as-vessev-enters-australian-market/) - New Zealand marine technology innovator Vessev has announced its expansion into the Australian market, with the Enautic Group set to introduce Vessev’s electric hydrofoiling passenger vessels to Western Australia. Several Vessev VS–9 vessels have been reserved and are expected to operate on the Swan River in Perth, initially offering premium tourism experiences including Swan Valley
- [Top 10 postcodes driving EV uptake revealed](https://econews.com.au/top-10-postcodes-driving-ev-uptake-revealed/) - NALSPA chief executive Rohan Martin NALSPA New data released by Australia’s peak body for novated leasing reveals the Electric Car Discount has been booming in the outer suburbs over the past year. National Automotive Leasing and Salary Packaging Association (NALSPA) data for 2025 shows outer-suburban postcodes dominate the top locations for battery electric vehicle (BEV)
- [The ‘audacious’ plan building a national industry around rare earths refinement in Australia](https://econews.com.au/the-audacious-plan-building-a-national-industry-around-rare-earths-refinement-in-australia/) - Jan Kwak is Brisbane-based Director of Climate Change at Hatch The culmination of unique market conditions has primed Australia for a resource boom, with a global expert appointed to a major Australian rare earths project urging the country to seize the opportunity now to build an enviable rare earths refinement economy. Jan Kwak is Brisbane-based Director
- [WinDC and Armada Join Forces to Turn Australia’s Renewable Energy Advantage into a Global AI Hub](https://econews.com.au/windc-and-armada-join-forces-to-turn-australias-renewable-energy-advantage-into-a-global-ai-hub/) - Australia’s first portable AI factory has arrived in Australia, built on clean energy that the national grid cannot absorb and positioned to attract global technology investment to Australian soil WinDC today announced a strategic partnership with Armada to deploy Australia’s first network of portable AI factories powered by renewable energy. The partnership is designed to
- [Call continues for Koala Protection Act (KPA)](https://econews.com.au/call-continues-for-koala-protection-act-kpa/) - Australian Koala Foundation The Australian Koala Foundation (AKF) is still fighting for a national Koala Protection Act (KPA), grounded in a simple principle: the rule of law must protect Australia’s wildlife. For four decades the Foundation has argued that the Koala, and all other species that call these forests home, deserve their own dedicated legislation
- [Gayini: where science meets traditional knowledge in restoring former cotton country](https://econews.com.au/gayini-where-science-meets-traditional-knowledge-in-restoring-former-cotton-country/) - A view of the Murrumbidgee River where UNSW researchers study how flooding and grazing shape surrounding ecosystems. Picture: UNSW Sydney/Richard Freeman UNSW Sydney Traditional Owners, UNSW scientists, government and conservation groups join forces to get Gayini wetlands thriving again. Gayini – meaning “water” in the Nari Nari language – is part of 80,000 hectares of
- [APCO and SPSA partner to accelerate Australia’s soft plastics stewardship pathway](https://econews.com.au/apco-and-spsa-partner-to-accelerate-australias-soft-plastics-stewardship-pathway/) - New partnership gives brands and retailers a clear, practical route into soft plastics stewardship as collection and recycling pathways expand. The Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) and Soft Plastic Stewardship Australia (SPSA) have announced a partnership to support the next phase of soft plastics stewardship in Australia, giving brands and retailers a clear and coordinated
- [Global renewable energy installed capacity to double to 8.4TW by 2031, forecasts GlobalData](https://econews.com.au/global-renewable-energy-installed-capacity-to-double-to-8-4tw-by-2031-forecasts-globaldata/) - Global renewable energy installed capacity is set to expand at a rapid pace over the next five years, driven by the high scalability of solar PV deployment, persistent cost deflation, and increasingly robust policy tailwinds. Worldwide renewable energy installed capacity is forecast to more than double, from 4.1TW in 2025 to 8.4TW by 2031, registering
- [Australia mapped into global sharks and rays database](https://econews.com.au/australia-mapped-into-global-sharks-and-rays-database/) - The juvenile Largetooth Sawfish is found in northern Australia. Picture Credit: Peter Kyne Charles Darwin University A global database documenting the location of critical habitats for sharks, rays, and chimaeras has recently expanded to include Australia, with years of extensive research by Charles Darwin University (CDU) contributing to this crucial digital record. The Important Shark and
- [1KOMMA5° introduces energy optimisation platform Heartbeat AI in Australia, accelerating battery payback for homeowners by up to $1,500 annually](https://econews.com.au/1komma5-introduces-energy-optimisation-platform-heartbeat-ai-in-australia-accelerating-battery-payback-for-homeowners-by-up-to-1500-annually/) - Heartbeat AI optimises home solar and battery systems, automatically trading energy on the wholesale electricity market on behalf of households, making New Energy available for hundreds of thousands of Australian homeowners. The intelligent optimisation can accelerate battery payback for Australian households by up to $1,500 per year – and potentially more. Heartbeat AI arrives after
- [AUSTRALIAN FASHION COUNCIL AND R.M.WILLIAMS DELIVER FIRST-EVER INDUSTRY-BACKED PLAN TO SCALE AUSTRALIA’S FASHION & TEXTILE MANUFACTURING SECTOR](https://econews.com.au/australian-fashion-council-and-r-m-williams-deliver-first-ever-industry-backed-plan-to-scale-australias-fashion-textile-manufacturing-sector/) - The National Manufacturing Strategy for Australian Fashion and Textiles 2026 – 2036 launch at Parliament House in Canberra The Australian Fashion Council (AFC) and R.M.Williams have launched the National Manufacturing Strategy for Australian Fashion and Textiles 2026 – 2036 at Parliament House in Canberra – the first coordinated national roadmap to rebuild targeted domestic manufacturing
- [James Dyson Award 2026: Calling the next generation of problem-solvers](https://econews.com.au/james-dyson-award-2026-calling-the-next-generation-of-problem-solvers/) - The James Dyson Award, a global design engineering competition that has supported more than 400 inventions, opens for submissions today for 2026. The Award invites current and recent design and engineering students across 28 countries and regions to present ideas that tackle real-world problems. Shortlisted entries will be reviewed by national judging panels of design
- [BLOOMS THE CHEMIST PORT COOGEE JOINS THE B CORP COMMUNITY](https://econews.com.au/blooms-the-chemist-port-coogee-joins-the-b-corp-community/) - As part of B Corp Month, we are proud to announce that Blooms The Chemist Port Coogee has become a B Corp Certified company, joining nearly 750 Australian and Aotearoa New Zealand purpose-led businesses working towards a more inclusive, equitable and regenerative economy. The B Corp Certification of Blooms The Chemist Port Coogee marks a
- [Despite ANZ Renewable Infrastructure Investment Surging 52% YoY, Region Ranks Lowest in Projected Growth](https://econews.com.au/despite-anz-renewable-infrastructure-investment-surging-52-yoy-region-ranks-lowest-in-projected-growth/) - Justin Smith, Managing Director at Ansarada New Ansarada report reveals ANZ investment jumps to US$21.2 billion in 2025 Only 7% of global executives rank Australia and New Zealand as a top region for projected renewable infrastructure growth, the lowest of all regions surveyed Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) reforms and acute supply chain pressures are reshaping
- [Candela and Canopy Power Partner on Floating Solar Charging for Electric Vessels in Asia-Pacific](https://econews.com.au/candela-and-canopy-power-partner-on-floating-solar-charging-for-electric-vessels-in-asia-pacific/) - Candela P-12 is cutting energy usage by 80%, allowing long range and efficient charging from floating solar chargers. Canopy Power’s floating charging stations, powered by Ocean Sun’s patented floating solar technology, will charge Candela’s electric hydrofoil ferries deployed in remote locations, freeing islands from dependence on diesel generators. Candela, the global leader in electric hydrofoil
- [Vivid Sydney 2026 – Museum Celebrates Torres Strait Artist Brian Robinson](https://econews.com.au/vivid-sydney-2026-museum-celebrates-torres-strait-artist-brian-robinson/) - Australian National Maritime Museum In 2026 the Australian National Maritime Museum is proud to announce its largest Vivid Sydney program to date, celebrating Indigenous artforms and storytelling. From 22 May to 13 June, the Museum will be championing the incredible work of renowned Zenadth Kes (Torres Strait Island) artist Brian Robinson, with the precinct being illuminated
- [Epson NZ grows Trees that Count initiative](https://econews.com.au/epson-nz-grows-trees-that-count-initiative/) - Havelock Hills Planting Programme Epson NZ has expanded its support for Trees That Count | Te Rahi o T?ne, the environmental not-for-profit dedicated to enabling native forest restoration throughout the motu. Epson NZ marketing manager Nika Osbourne explained, “Our support for Trees That Count began in 2023 as part of our commitment to environmental responsibility. During
- [New AEMC rules will reduce the impact of data centres on Australia’s grid](https://econews.com.au/new-aemc-rules-will-reduce-the-impact-of-data-centres-on-australias-grid/) - New draft rules for grid connection, published by the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) today, will reduce the impact of data centres and other large loads on Australia’s grid. The AEMC has proposed changes that will influence how large electricity users connect to the grid and the impact they have on the power system, especially
- [Perfectly Matched](https://econews.com.au/perfectly-matched/) - With her signature wit and warmth, author and former Australian of the Year finalist Rachel Jayne Cassidy has released two books in the last twelve months, In a Heartbeat and Perfectly Matched, featuring former Perfect Match host Greg Evans. Having survived a critical heart event herself, Rachel Jayne wrote In a Heartbeat through the lens
- [Indigenous rangers find rarely seen animals in first camera survey of Truwana](https://econews.com.au/indigenous-rangers-find-rarely-seen-animals-in-first-camera-survey-of-truwana/) - A blonde echidna and a white-footed dunnart photographed on Truwana/Cape Barren Island © Truwana Rangers WWF-Australia The first camera survey ever conducted on Truwana/Cape Barren Island off Tasmania has recorded two rarely seen animals – white-footed dunnarts and blonde echidnas. A vulnerable shorebird – the Latham’s Snipe – was also photographed. The project was led
- [On the road to cheaper, safer commutes with CDU’s new research hub](https://econews.com.au/on-the-road-to-cheaper-safer-commutes-with-cdus-new-research-hub/) - CDU Senior Lecturer of Engineering Dr Ali Rajabipour will lead the University’s new Centre for Asphalt and Road Technologies (CART). Charles Darwin University The Northern Territory is on the road to smoother, safer commutes with innovative support and research from Charles Darwin University’s (CDU) new Centre for Asphalt and Road Technologies (CART). CART will expand
- [Coo-ee! Scientists tap into the inner workings of long-distance animal calls](https://econews.com.au/coo-ee-scientists-tap-into-the-inner-workings-of-long-distance-animal-calls/) - Photo: Ben JJ Walker. UNSW Sydney UNSW Sydney researchers have traced the evolution of over 100 animal calls – including from lions, koalas and whales – to learn more about how mammals communicate over distances. From whale songs to lion roars, animals have evolved to stretch their voices across distances so that friends – and
- [New funding and renewable gas project signal momentum at Renewable Fuels Summit](https://econews.com.au/new-funding-and-renewable-gas-project-signal-momentum-at-renewable-fuels-summit/) - (L-R) Eric Kimmel, NSW DCCEEW – Ivan Baadsgaard, GrainIT – Jarrod Leak, Australian Alliance for Energy Productivity – Jim Snow, Oakley Greenwood The opening day of the 2026 Renewable Fuels Summit has delivered a major funding signal and a new project announcement, highlighting growing momentum behind Australia’s emerging renewable fuels industry. Analysis shows Australia has sufficient feedstock
- [NSW PREMIER JOINS OCTOPUS AUSTRALIA TO BREAK GROUND ON  $900 MILLION BLIND CREEK SOLAR AND BATTERY PROJECT](https://econews.com.au/nsw-premier-joins-octopus-australia-to-break-ground-on-900-million-blind-creek-solar-and-battery-project/) - NSW Premier Chris Minns has today joined Octopus Australia to officially break ground on the $900 million Blind Creek Solar Farm and Battery project, marking a major milestone for regional infrastructure and energy security in New South Wales. The project combines a 300MW solar farm with a 243MW / 486MWh battery, capturing energy during the
- [Thermal drones boost detection of entangled seals](https://econews.com.au/thermal-drones-boost-detection-of-entangled-seals/) - Cape Fur Seal entanglement trail Photo by Claire Taylor, Two Oceans Aquarium Monash University Key points: Colour and thermal-infrared technology in drones was used to detect marine debris entanglements in fur seals The technology can also detect shark bites and other injuries on fur seals that showed up as elevated temperatures Researchers combined colour and
- [$6 million boost for community projects in the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone](https://econews.com.au/6-million-boost-for-community-projects-in-the-central-west-orana-renewable-energy-zone/) - Billy Dunn Adventure Playground Penny Sharpe Minister for Climate Change Minister for Energy Minister for the Environment Minister for Heritage Leader of the Government in the Legislative Council Tara Moriarty Minister for Agriculture Minister for Regional New South Wales Minister for Western New South Wales The Minns Labor Government is giving another $6 million to
- [NSW Health upgrades hospital EV charging to meet 2030 fleet mandate](https://econews.com.au/nsw-health-upgrades-hospital-ev-charging-to-meet-2030-fleet-mandate/) - NSW Health upgrades hospital EV charging to meet 2030 fleet mandate Schneider Electric and Master eMobility EcoXpert Aeron Group partner to deliver EV charging upgrade for NSW Health Project supports NSW Government target of 100% electric passenger fleet by 2030, with 50% adoption by 2026 Dynamic Load Management enables scalable charging across live hospital sites
- [Sydney researchers build ultra-compact AI chip operating at speed of light](https://econews.com.au/sydney-researchers-build-ultra-compact-ai-chip-operating-at-speed-of-light/) - Australian researchers have built an ultra-compact artificial intelligence (AI) chip that is able to make calculations using the power of light, at the speed of light. The nano photonic chip prototype, which harnesses the power of light particles (photons) is built completely in-house at the Sydney Nano Hub at the University of Sydney. The researchers say the prototype
- [Adam Bandt to DJ at Lime Green Festival](https://econews.com.au/adam-bandt-to-dj-at-lime-green-festival/) - Adam Bandt at the decks Photo Credit: Kristoffer Paulsen Australian Conservation Foundation Australian Conservation Foundation CEO Adam Bandt will do a guest DJ set at the Lime Green Festival in Adelaide on Saturday 18 April. Lime Green will feature performances by Lime Cordiale, The Dreggs, aleksiah, PASH, TONIX and Sticky Beak. The festival aims to put
- [Shipowners set to steer the next phase of maritime transformation at Asia Pacific Maritime 2026](https://econews.com.au/shipowners-set-to-steer-the-next-phase-of-maritime-transformation-at-asia-pacific-maritime-2026/) - Asia Pacific Maritime 2024 Weichai The transition towards digitalisation and automation is speeding up in the maritime industry, and a comprehensive strategy is emerging to turbo-charge efficiency, safety and sustainability. Yet key questions remain about the adoption of technologies and solutions to enhance operational performance, future-proof fleets while remaining commercially competitive, and ultimately realise the
- [Surfing on renewables: world-first fins made from recycled wind turbine blades launch on the Gold Coast](https://econews.com.au/surfing-on-renewables-world-first-fins-made-from-recycled-wind-turbine-blades-launch-on-the-gold-coast/) - Recycled wind turbine blades are hitting the waves, with renewable energy company ACCIONA partnering with Australian surf brand Bolero Surf to launch what they say are the world’s first commercially available surfboard fins made from turbine blade material. The fins debuted on the Gold Coast at the 2026 Aussie Boardriders Battle, where professional surfer Darcy
- [Now is the time to prepare for the next big flood: Why Australia needs to rethink how it tackles climate change](https://econews.com.au/now-is-the-time-to-prepare-for-the-next-big-flood-why-australia-needs-to-rethink-how-it-tackles-climate-change/) - Newcastle – March flooding 2022 By Ben Patterson, Technical Director and Civil/Water Resources Engineer at Haskoning Australia has just endured the wettest decade since records began, culminating in devastating flooding across much of Australia’s East Coast. Engineers Australia (ARR, 2019) and the Bureau of Meteorology have both indicated that flood intensity and frequency will continue
- [Limited edition gin to help save Australia’s beloved Easter Bilby](https://econews.com.au/limited-edition-gin-to-help-save-australias-beloved-easter-bilby/) - Greater Bilby at Scotia. © Wayne Lawler This Easter, raise a glass and boost hope for Australia’s very own Easter Bilby. Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) has teamed up with Brisbane-based craft distillery BY.ARTISANS to create a limited-edition gin called ‘Burrow & Bloom’, with each bottle supporting AWC’s conservation work through a per-bottle contribution. The unique and innovative collaboration raises
- [QBE Foundation partners with Centre for Women’s Economic Safety to expand financial support for women across Australia](https://econews.com.au/qbe-foundation-partners-with-centre-for-womens-economic-safety-to-expand-financial-support-for-women-across-australia/) - The QBE Foundation is proud to announce a new community partnership with the Centre for Women’s Economic Safety (CWES), an organisation dedicated to supporting women experiencing economic abuse and driving systemic change to improve economic safety. The partnership aims to support the expansion of CWES’s Money Clinics program, which offers free and confidential financial guidance to
- [Innovative green hydrogen and ammonia project to cut emissions for Moree farms](https://econews.com.au/innovative-green-hydrogen-and-ammonia-project-to-cut-emissions-for-moree-farms/) - Penny Sharpe Minister for Climate Change Minister for Energy Minister for the Environment Minister for Heritage Leader of the Government in the Legislative Council Paul Scully Minister for Planning and Public Spaces Tara Moriarty Minister for Agriculture Minister for Regional New South Wales Minister for Western New South Wales Moree farms will soon
- [KMART POWERS AHEAD TO 100% RENEWABLE ELECTRICITY](https://econews.com.au/kmart-powers-ahead-to-100-renewable-electricity/) - L-R_ Hon Josh Wilson MP,Kmart Chief Corporate Affairs and Sustainability Officer – Alexandra Staley Federal Assistant Minister for Climate Change and Energy Josh Wilson visits Kmart DC Kmart Group has hit a major milestone on its sustainability journey, announcing today at the Kmart Distribution Centre in Jandakot with the Assistant Minister for Climate Change and Energy,
- [Parkside extends compostable packaging range with new metallised filmic structures suitable for home compostability](https://econews.com.au/parkside-extends-compostable-packaging-range-with-new-metallised-filmic-structures-suitable-for-home-compostability/) - Parkside, the leading flexible packaging manufacturer, has announced three new materials have been added to its accredited compostable flexible packaging range to help break through barriers commonly associated with compostable films. The new materials mark a step-change in the company’s sustainable flexible packaging, which have largely focused on paper-based packaging or industrially compostable films. To
- [International Women’s Day: Celebrating the strength behind the Koala fight](https://econews.com.au/international-womens-day-celebrating-the-strength-behind-the-koala-fight/) - Deborah Tabart OAM Chair of the Australian Koala Foundation Australian Koala Foundation Key facts: Deborah Tabart OAM has dedicated nearly 40 years to koala conservation as Chair of the Australian Koala Foundation (AKF), which celebrates its 40th anniversary this year Under her leadership, she helped secure endangered status recognition for koalas in Queensland, NSW and
- [Nectr secures solar partnership with The Panthers Group at Pullman Penrith](https://econews.com.au/nectr-secures-solar-partnership-with-the-panthers-group-at-pullman-penrith/) - Nectr expands off-field partnership with the Panthers, delivering renewable energy solutions for the group’s commercial venues Australian energy specialists Nectr, through Nectr Solar and Battery, has secured a new agreement with The Panthers Group to deliver solar energy solutions for the Pullman Hotel and Western Sydney Convention Centre in Penrith. The agreement marks another milestone in
- [If food must list every ingredient, why shouldn’t clothing?](https://econews.com.au/if-food-must-list-every-ingredient-why-shouldnt-clothing/) - RMIT University Confusing textile language can mislead consumers and obscure the real environmental impacts of what we wear and use in our homes. An RMIT expert explains. Dr Rebecca Van Amber, Senior Lecturer Fashion and Textiles “Everyday consumers are being asked to make responsible choices in a landscape saturated with vague claims, greenwashing, and unsubstantiated
- [Thirty weedy seadragons in a single dive: What South Australia’s divers are seeing underwater](https://econews.com.au/thirty-weedy-seadragons-in-a-single-dive-what-south-australias-divers-are-seeing-underwater/) - Divers for Climate South Australia’s harmful algal bloom has entered its second year, local divers are witnessing dramatic shifts in marine life. A national community of dive operators, divers and marine scientists take these stories into classrooms, forums, and screenings across South Australia this week. Marlene has been diving Rapid Bay and Second Valley
- [Melburnians encouraged to embrace smarter gardening habits as dry conditions persist](https://econews.com.au/melburnians-encouraged-to-embrace-smarter-gardening-habits-as-dry-conditions-persist/) - With extended heat and dry conditions continuing into early autumn, Yarra Valley Water is encouraging households across Melbourne to adopt smarter gardening habits that help gardens recover, use water more efficiently and stay resilient heading into the cooler months. Around 15 per cent of the average household’s water use is outdoors, and with drier conditions
- [Dental Aligner Recycling Program Launches Across Australia and New Zealand](https://econews.com.au/dental-aligner-recycling-program-launches-across-australia-and-new-zealand/) - Angel Aligner and TerraCycle’s Zero Waste Box in-clinic TerraCycle Launched by Angel Alignerand TerraCycle®, the initiative provides a recycling solution for used clear dental aligners Angelalign Technology Inc. (“Angel Aligner”) has partnered with international recycling leader TerraCycle to launch the Angel Aligner Recycling Program across Australia and New Zealand – giving orthodontic and dental practices a practical
- [Targeted policy reform needed to unlock clean manufacturing opportunity](https://econews.com.au/targeted-policy-reform-needed-to-unlock-clean-manufacturing-opportunity/) - Pre consumer scrap Australian Aluminium Council Key facts: The aluminium industry has been operating in Australia since 1955, and over the decades has been a significant contributor to the national economy. It includes six mines which collectively produce over 100 Mt per annum making Australia one of the world’s largest producers of bauxite. Australia is
- [Australia Post sets new 2030 targets to reduce carbon emissions and enhance circularity](https://econews.com.au/australia-post-sets-new-2030-targets-to-reduce-carbon-emissions-and-enhance-circularity/) - Australia Post has launched its 2030 Sustainability Framework, setting new targets to reduce carbon emissions and keep resources in use across its fleet, properties and operations over the next five years. Having already achieved a 20% emissions reduction and a 39% reduction in waste to landfill from FY19, Australia Post’s new 2030 Framework sharpens its
- [New Savanna Fire Management methods near approval following ERAC review](https://econews.com.au/new-savanna-fire-management-methods-near-approval-following-erac-review/) - Corporate Carbon Executive Director Gary Wyatt has welcomed remarks from Assistant Minister for Climate Change and Energy Josh Wilson at the National Indigenous Carbon Forum, signalling that approval of two new Savanna Fire Management (SFM) methods under the Australian Carbon Credit Unit (ACCU) scheme is imminent. Assistant Minister Wilson confirmed that public consultation on the proposed emissions-only
- [Young Northern Quolls bring hope on World Wildlife Day](https://econews.com.au/young-northern-quolls-bring-hope-on-world-wildlife-day/) - A Northern Quoll at Brooklyn Wildlife Sanctuary. Credit: Kate Borgo On World Wildlife Day (3 March 2026), conservationists are celebrating records of juvenile Northern Quolls in Far North Queensland. The finding provides a deeper understanding of the species’ unique breeding behaviour and will help inform plans for a proposed reintroduction of the quolls to the Coane Range.
- [POWERING THE FAMILY CLUB: HAWTHORN FC NAMES ANKER SOLIX AS PROUD OFFICIAL HOME BATTERY PARTNER](https://econews.com.au/powering-the-family-club-hawthorn-fc-names-anker-solix-as-proud-official-home-battery-partner/) - Leading home battery provider joins forces with the Hawks to deliver energy independence and exclusive member benefits. Melbourne, Australia – The Hawthorn Football Club has announced a major premier partnership with Anker SOLIX, naming the global home battery leader as the club’s Proud Official Home Battery Partner. With Australian households facing rising electricity costs, the
- [Good Food for All – Does Europe Have a Food Access Problem?](https://econews.com.au/good-food-for-all-does-europe-have-a-food-access-problem/) - Slow Food: We think it does, that’s why we support the European Citizens’ Initiative on the Right to Food. Europe does not lack food. According to Eurostat, in 2024 alone, the EU produced 258 million tons of cereals, 162 million tons of raw milk, and 21 million tons of pork, generating a €36 billion trade surplus
- [WWF sounds the alarm on nature loss with Challenge 60 launch ahead of Earth Hour’s 20th anniversary](https://econews.com.au/wwf-sounds-the-alarm-on-nature-loss-with-challenge-60-launch-ahead-of-earth-hours-20th-anniversary/) - Challenge 60 participants running past the Sydney Opera House and along the Circular Quay promenade, and doing yoga under the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Australians are being challenged to get active outdoors for 60 minutes a day this March as part of the 20th year of Earth Hour. Credit – thinkMammoth In just one hour, Australia
- [Solahart named 2026 Canstar Most Satisfied Customers in the Solar Installers Category](https://econews.com.au/solahart-named-2026-canstar-most-satisfied-customers-in-the-solar-installers-category/) - Australia’s solar pioneers recognised as the nation’s most trusted solar installer in an increasingly crowded category. Solahart has been awarded the 2026 Canstar ‘Most Satisfied Customers – Solar Installers’ award, marking the company’s fourth win in this category. This sought-after accolade reflects the confidence Australians have in Solahart’s expert service – reaffirming the company’s legacy
- [Schneider Electric completes its Sustainability Impact (SSI) 2021–2025 program, setting the stage for the next chapter](https://econews.com.au/schneider-electric-completes-its-sustainability-impact-ssi-2021-2025-program-setting-the-stage-for-the-next-chapter/) - Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, has published its 2025 extra-financial results, marking the conclusion of its Schneider Sustainability Impact (SSI) 2021–2025 program. Over the past five years, the Group has reported measurable progress across climate, social, and governance dimensions, supporting customers, partners, and communities in their transition toward a more sustainable and inclusive
- [BEAKER STREET FESTIVAL RETURNS TO HOBART FOR ITS 10TH YEAR 6–17 August 2026](https://econews.com.au/beaker-street-festival-returns-to-hobart-for-its-10th-year-6-17-august-2026/) - VAST Marks First Major Reveal of Beaker Street Festival’s 2026 Program For ten years, Beaker Street Festival has transformed Hobart each winter into a playground for big ideas. From 6–17 August 2026, the Festival enters its Second Act — a bold new chapter celebrating a decade of science after dark, cultural collision, and boundary-pushing experiences in Lutruwita/Tasmania. To celebrate, tickets are on sale now for the Festival’s first event, VAST:
- [CADILLAC EXPANDS ALL-ELECTRIC LUXURY SUV LINE-UP IN AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND WITH OPTIQ AND VISTIQ](https://econews.com.au/cadillac-expands-all-electric-luxury-suv-line-up-in-australia-new-zealand-with-optiq-and-vistiq/) - Leading into Cadillac’s inaugural Formula 1® Grand Prix race in Melbourne, General Motors revealed two new vehicles to join Cadillac’s all-electric line-up in Australia and New Zealand. With the OPTIQ and VISTIQ joining the LYRIQ, Cadillac now offers customers in Australia and New Zealand three all-electric luxury SUVs to suit their lifestyle, said GM Australia
- [TERA-Award Programme Expands Global Reach with  Prestigious New International Collaborations](https://econews.com.au/tera-award-programme-expands-global-reach-with-prestigious-new-international-collaborations/) - Applications for TERA-Award 2026 are now open. Innovators are invited to submit their entries via the official website at www.tera-award.com. Collaboration with United Nations and University of Cambridge Institute Accelerates Programme’s Mission to Deploy Breaking Technology to Find Climate Solutions The TERA-Award 2026 programme has significantly expanded its global reach by forming two prestigious new international partnerships
- [SWAP YOUR DESK FOR A DAY IN NATURE: CORPORATE VOLUNTEERING IN NSW NATIONAL PARKS AVAILABLE](https://econews.com.au/swap-your-desk-for-a-day-in-nature-corporate-volunteering-in-nsw-national-parks-available/) - The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) offers a Corporate Volunteering program for organisations and their employees, combining meaningful conservation work, guided learning and fun team-building activities. The program is currently available at 3 spectacular national park locations in the Sydney region including: Sydney Harbour National Park (Middle Head) Kamay Botany Bay National Park
- [CLEAN UP AUSTRALIA DAY –  Australians join over 8,000 Clean Up events across the nation on Sunday 1st March](https://econews.com.au/clean-up-australia-day-australians-join-over-8000-clean-up-events-across-the-nation-on-sunday-1st-march/) - Now in its 36th year, Clean Up Australia Day has once again had an incredible attendance with over 750,000 volunteers coming together to help keep their local communities clean across more than 8,000 Clean Up events. While registrations are still being received, it has been another inspiring effort from volunteers right across Australia. The number
- [Canberra’s electricity network builds digital grid capability](https://econews.com.au/canberras-electricity-network-builds-digital-grid-capability/) - Evoenergy is delivering a digital grid program in partnership with Schneider Electric, introducing new digital capability across parts of Canberra’s electricity network. The program introduces scalable infrastructure and advanced grid management systems, enabling real-time network monitoring and improved operational decision-making. New connected kiosks, advanced switchgear and digital controls are being installed to improve voltage regulation
- [BLOOMS THE CHEMIST CELEBRATES 130TH STORE MILESTONE](https://econews.com.au/blooms-the-chemist-celebrates-130th-store-milestone/) - Blooms The Chemist has celebrated a major national milestone of reaching 130 stores in the network, with the opening of Blooms The Chemist Douglas. As part of the local community for over a decade, the Douglas pharmacy recently joined the Blooms network, strengthening its ability to deliver high-quality expert care. Blooms The Chemist Douglas Pharmacist-owner
- [Huge program revealed for Climate Action Week Sydney 2026 as new research shows Australians want more local climate action](https://econews.com.au/huge-program-revealed-for-climate-action-week-sydney-2026-as-new-research-shows-australians-want-more-local-climate-action/) - Climate Action Week Sydney Climate Action Week Sydney Key facts: Climate Action Week Sydney features over 250 community-led events across Sydney from 9-15 March Opening Day at UTS will bring together government leaders, energy experts, First Nations representatives, youth advocates, and business leaders to promote local climate action New national polling conducted in the lead
- [Climate Charity announces Innovation Award Winner](https://econews.com.au/climate-charity-announces-innovation-award-winner/) - Winner of the CORENA Innovation Award Farahan Wazer, founder of CrowdVision.ai with CORENA chair Georgia Cooke. Citizens Own Renewable Energy Network Australia (CORENA) is delighted to announce CrowdVision.ai as the winner of the second CORENA Innovation Award. The award recognises the most innovative and creative emission reduction project or initiative, as assessed by a judging sub-committee of CORENA.
- [SMART DONATES OVER $40,000 TO STEWART HOUSE](https://econews.com.au/smart-donates-over-40000-to-stewart-house/) - Jade Miller, Bianca Bates, Paul Somers & Olga Cahill Australia’s leading salary packaging provider Smart has donated more than $40,000 to Northern Beaches based children’s charity Stewart House, supporting the charity as it marks 95 years of service in 2026. The donation will help Stewart House continue its long-standing work providing health, wellbeing and support services to disadvantaged
- [REMONDIS Australia expands medical waste services with acquisition of VetraHealth](https://econews.com.au/remondis-australia-expands-medical-waste-services-with-acquisition-of-vetrahealth/) - Shirley Affoo, Mike Arnold, Shaune Affoo REMONDIS AUSTRALIA REMONDIS Australia has continued expanding its presence in the medical, biosecurity and clinical waste sector, having acquired Brisbane-based VetraHealth. The acquisition is strategically important given REMONDIS’s inroads to the sector nationally, drawing on expertise from its existing local and global operations. VetraHealth is an established family-run business
- [Uranium Super-Cycle Emerging as Shaw and Partners Lifts Price Forecast to US$200/lb](https://econews.com.au/uranium-super-cycle-emerging-as-shaw-and-partners-lifts-price-forecast-to-us200-lb/) - Andrew Hines, Head of Research at Shaw and Partners Shaw and Partners Financial Services Shaw and Partners has released a comprehensive new sector report forecasting a multi-year uranium price spike to US$200 per pound, arguing that structural supply deficits, accelerating nuclear demand and tightening fuel contracting cycles are setting the stage for a powerful and
- [Elusive phascogale adapting to life in feral-free refuge](https://econews.com.au/elusive-phascogale-adapting-to-life-in-feral-free-refuge/) - Red-tailed Phascogale Credit Image: Brad Leue/AWS Once extinct in the mallee woodland of south west NSW, the pint-sized, carnivorous Red-tailed Phascogale is now being recorded leaping around one of Australia’s largest feral predator-free fenced areas. This marks a remarkable turnaround for the species that had been wiped out in NSW for over a century by introduced cats
- [HASKONING COMPLETES THIRD OUTER-ISLAND WORKBOAT HARBOUR IN TUVALU, IMPROVING ACCESSIBILITY AND RESILIENCE](https://econews.com.au/haskoning-completes-third-outer-island-workboat-harbour-in-tuvalu-improving-accessibility-and-resilience/) - Nuitao Island (Tuvalu) completed harbour Climate-resilient maritime infrastructure improves safe access, connectivity and opportunity for Tuvalu Consulting engineering company Haskoning has marked the completion of Tuvalu’s third and final outer-island harbour under the Outer Island Maritime Investment Project, with the opening of the new Niutao harbour. This critical piece of climate-resilient maritime infrastructure has been
- [Unlocking the fertiliser potential of Australia’s bioenergy industry](https://econews.com.au/unlocking-the-fertiliser-potential-of-australias-bioenergy-industry/) - Key points: Anaerobic digestion is increasingly being used to recycle organic by-products to produce renewable energy and nutrient-rich biofertiliser around the world, making a dual contribution to emission reductions and soil health. Australia lacks tailored digestate regulations, limiting its use as a biofertiliser and creating uncertainty for investors and farmers. This project will map and
- [Shell shock! Peanut waste can be turned into high-quality futuristic graphene](https://econews.com.au/shell-shock-peanut-waste-can-be-turned-into-high-quality-futuristic-graphene/) - The UNSW team have produced small quantities of high-quality graphene via a new process that uses waste peanut shells. Image from Guan Yeoh/UNSW UNSW Sydney UNSW Sydney engineers have developed a cheaper and greener way to make graphene from leftover peanut shells. Researchers at UNSW have discovered a new way to make graphene, a remarkable
- [Cause for shell-ebration: UN-recognised shellfish reefs thriving in Gippsland Lakes](https://econews.com.au/cause-for-shell-ebration-un-recognised-shellfish-reefs-thriving-in-gippsland-lakes/) - TNC’s Andy Bossie among the flourishing shellfish reefs. The Nature Conservancy Key facts: Restored shellfish reefs in Gippsland Lakes show significant recovery after three years, with mature mussels, native oysters and diverse marine life flourishing Project spans 17 reef patches across 2.5 hectares and has become the first Australian initiative recognised as a UN World
- [Research and innovation partnership boosting food productivity, expansion into India](https://econews.com.au/research-and-innovation-partnership-boosting-food-productivity-expansion-into-india/) - La Trobe University A world-first food productivity system partly funded by La Trobe Eagle Fund has reached a significant milestone with the launch of its first production greenhouse and an agreement to establish the system in India. The innovative hydroponic system was originally engineered with the help of researchers from La Trobe’s School of Computing, Engineering and Mathematical Sciences (SCEMS) and the
- [Deakin and Bellarine Foods partner to turn marine waste into the future of wellness](https://econews.com.au/deakin-and-bellarine-foods-partner-to-turn-marine-waste-into-the-future-of-wellness/) - L-R: Bellarine Foods CEO Murray de Jong with Deakin University’s Chair in Biotechnology Distinguished Professor Colin Barrow at Bellarine Foods plant. Is salmon skin a magic ingredient for wellness protein products and anti-aging cosmetics? In a move to transform Australia’s health, wellness, and cosmetics industries, Deakin University and Bellarine Foods have partnered to explore how high-value protein products from local marine byproducts, including collagen, can supplement protein powders
- [Sustainability is becoming the new standard in facilities and cleaning services: How to put it into practice](https://econews.com.au/sustainability-is-becoming-the-new-standard-in-facilities-and-cleaning-services-how-to-put-it-into-practice/) - George Manoussakis, Group Executive Chairman and Managing Director at SKG Services By George Manoussakis, Group Executive Chairman and Managing Director at SKG Services, a family-owned Australian company with a 50-year history delivering cleaning, maintenance and security services across the country Sustainability is being pushed to the forefront of discussion across industries and the cleaning and facilities services
- [Firmus Technologies Group Selects VAST AI Operating System to Power Sovereign, Energy-Efficient AI Factories in Asia Pacific](https://econews.com.au/firmus-technologies-group-selects-vast-ai-operating-system-to-power-sovereign-energy-efficient-ai-factories-in-asia-pacific/) - Daniel Kearney, Chief Technology Officer at Firmus Infrastructure built on the NVIDIA Cloud Partner (NCP) reference design supporting large-scale AI training and inference for public-sector and regulated workloads VAST Data, the AI Operating System company, today announced that Firmus Technologies Group, an AI infrastructure specialist founded in Australia with operations across Asia Pacific, has selected the VAST
- [Madagascar hit by two cyclones in two weeks – over 400,000 affected](https://econews.com.au/madagascar-hit-by-two-cyclones-in-two-weeks-over-400000-affected/) - Madagascar has been struck by two successive cyclonic systems — Cyclone Fytia and Intense Tropical Cyclone Gezani — in late January and early February 2026. Occurring less than two weeks apart, the storms have sharply increased humanitarian needs across the country and affected more than half a million people. Preliminary reports indicate that more than
- [Sales open for Australia’s premier Indigenous business event](https://econews.com.au/sales-open-for-australias-premier-indigenous-business-event/) - Supply Nation is pleased to announce ticket sales open today for Australia’s premier event for the Indigenous business sector – Connect. This year’s event will be held on the lands of the Whadjuk people of the Noongar Nation in Boorloo on 11 and 12 August 2026 at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre. For sales
- [The Alchemy of Fire and the Soul of Wood: Leonardo da Vinci’s Material Prophecy in 21st?Century Bioarchitecture](https://econews.com.au/the-alchemy-of-fire-and-the-soul-of-wood-leonardo-da-vincis-material-prophecy-in-21st-century-bioarchitecture/) - In the hushed silence of the Biblioteca Nacional de España, among the yellowed pages of Codex Madrid II, a brief annotation has waited more than half a millennium to be understood in its astonishing prophetic significance. The hand is that of Leonardo da Vinci, the universal genius whose mirror?writing seems to shield his deepest intuitions from the
- [Technology, collaboration and investment drives Australia’s energy transition, ABB research shows](https://econews.com.au/technology-collaboration-and-investment-drives-australias-energy-transition-abb-research-shows/) - Aaron Trueman, Vice President of ABB’s Energy Industries division in Australia Survey of Australian businesses conducted by ABB’s Energy Industries division indicates technology advancements (68 per cent) and AI and automation (51 per cent) are key drivers of the energy transition Almost all (99 per cent) of respondents plan to boost energy transition investment, with
- [Climate-resilient urban garden takes centre stage at Melbourne Flower & Garden Show](https://econews.com.au/climate-resilient-urban-garden-takes-centre-stage-at-melbourne-flower-garden-show/) - National planning, transport and landscape consultancy, Ratio Consultants is set to unveil a future-ready urban garden at this year’s Melbourne Flower & Garden Show, showcasing how compact spaces can deliver measurable environmental gains in dense cities. The 310 sqm installation, titled We the Wild, has been designed as an ecological micro-system, featuring a series of innovative indoor-outdoor spaces, including 100% Australian native
- [How early insight data could help NT flood evacuees bounce back](https://econews.com.au/how-early-insight-data-could-help-nt-flood-evacuees-bounce-back/) - CDU Northern Hub Knowledge Broker David Gallacher said early insight datasets could improve recovery efforts in communities that have suffered natural disasters and financial hardships. Charles Darwin University Gathering timely data is the first step to rebuilding a community’s resilience after natural disasters, and a new workshop series in March will put power in the
- [Woodford Folk Festival turns trash to trees with record recycling result](https://econews.com.au/woodford-folk-festival-turns-trash-to-trees-with-record-recycling-result/) - Woodford Folk Festival 2025–26 saved a record-breaking 120,000 containers from landfill, smashing the previous year’s collection of 90,000 containers. As part of its commitment to keep its waste footprint to a minimum, Woodfordia Inc, the organisation behind the festival, has partnered with Containers for Change since 2022 to recycle more than 340,000 containers. Woodfordia has
- [Goulburn welcomes region’s first Return and Earn depot](https://econews.com.au/goulburn-welcomes-regions-first-return-and-earn-depot/) - The new Goulburn Return and Earn Depot is open. Return and Earn Goulburn is now home to a new Return and Earn depot designed to make recycling large numbers of eligible bottles, cans and cartons easier than ever before. The Goulburn Return and Earn Depot – the first depot and the 4th return point in
- [Australia’s Longest-Standing Solar Installer Raises $4100 for The Hunger Project Australia](https://econews.com.au/australias-longest-standing-solar-installer-raises-4100-for-the-hunger-project-australia/) - Solargain partners with The Hunger Project Australia (Image Credit: Sujata Khanna) Solargain Key facts: Hunger Project estimates that 45 million children under 5 are suffering from acute malnutrition worldwide. Solargain donates $200 or more for every solar package installed in a Solar Dwellings home. The partnership has generated a running total of $4,100 since July
- [Seabird conservation starts upstream, scientists say](https://econews.com.au/seabird-conservation-starts-upstream-scientists-say/) - Conceptual model of river influences on seabird foraging, health and demography Monash University New research from Monash University, in collaboration with Phillip Island Nature Parks, has found conclusive evidence that rivers are vital drivers of food and habitat for seabirds around the world. The research, published in Biological Reviews, examined 51 scientific studies that looked at
- [From trash to treasure: turning high-emissions waste into fertiliser](https://econews.com.au/from-trash-to-treasure-turning-high-emissions-waste-into-fertiliser/) - UNSW Sydney Key facts: New research from UNSW Sydney could transform one of the world’s most pollution-heavy chemical industries, turning waste products into fertiliser while cleaning up waterways and cutting emissions. UNSW engineers have tackled a longstanding problem at the heart of global agriculture: how to make urea for fertiliser without the intensity of emissions
- [Sea Eagles Partner with VoltX Energy to Power a More Sustainable Future](https://econews.com.au/sea-eagles-partner-with-voltx-energy-to-power-a-more-sustainable-future/) - (left to right) CEO VoltX David Sedihi, Aaron Schoupp, Nathan Brown, CEO Jason King and Ethan Bullemor Manly Warringah Sea Eagles are proud to welcome VoltX Energy as the Club’s exclusive Solar Energy Partner ahead of the 2026 Season. Aussie-owned and operated, VoltX Energy specialises in providing Solar Battery Solutions, making dependable power simple, safe and accessible.
- [Australian First: ENGIE Stadium switches to reusable cups for every pour](https://econews.com.au/australian-first-engie-stadium-switches-to-reusable-cups-for-every-pour/) - Sydney Showground Stadium – Giants vs Swans From the first pour to the final siren, ENGIE Stadium will go fully reusable, becoming the first major venue in Australia to serve beer, wine and spirits in reusable cups, in a major step forward led by Sydney Showground and WOSUP. From March 7, wine and spirits at
- [Green hydrogen to command 88.6% share of low-carbon production by 2030, reveals GlobalData](https://econews.com.au/green-hydrogen-to-command-88-6-share-of-low-carbon-production-by-2030-reveals-globaldata/) - Low?carbon hydrogen production grew slowly for years and was largely flat until recently. However, the trend has changed in the past couple of years, with production increasing to 0.84 million tonnes per annum (mtpa) in 2024. The low-carbon hydrogen production capacity is anticipated to reach 65.3mtpa in high case scenario and 42mtpa in low case scenario
- [‘Incredibly resilient’ nylon device creates electricity under tonnes of pressure](https://econews.com.au/incredibly-resilient-nylon-device-creates-electricity-under-tonnes-of-pressure/) - A tough and flexible invention generates electricity from compression and keeps working even after being run over by a car multiple times, opening the door to self-powered sensors on our roads. Credit: Will Wright, RMIT University RMIT University RMIT University researchers have developed a flexible nylon-film device that generates electricity from compression and keeps
- [National project a quantum leap in sustainable data centres](https://econews.com.au/national-project-a-quantum-leap-in-sustainable-data-centres/) - La Trobe University La?Trobe University will lead a major national project aimed at optimising energy use and emissions of Australia’s data centres using next?generation quantum and artificial intelligence technologies. Funded with a $1.1 million grant under the Federal Government’s National Critical Technologies Challenge Program (CTCP) and announced by the Federal Member for Jagajaga Kate Thwaites MP, the project brings together La?Trobe researchers with leading industry and
- [Arup appoints Peter Brunt as Victorian Water Business Leader](https://econews.com.au/arup-appoints-peter-brunt-as-victorian-water-business-leader/) - Peter Brunt Global built environment consultancy Arup has appointed Peter Brunt as the new Victorian Water Business Leader, strengthening the firm’s water capability in Victoria. Peter brings nearly 20 years’ experience across consulting and utilities, with a strong track record delivering major water infrastructure projects and leading multidisciplinary teams across the full asset lifecycle. His
- [Genesis showcases algae breakthrough at Climate Investor Forum](https://econews.com.au/genesis-showcases-algae-breakthrough-at-climate-investor-forum/) - Agri-climate innovator Genesis has taken centre stage at Australia’s largest climate investment conference, presenting its scalable algae-based technology as a proven and commercially viable pathway to lowering agricultural emissions without compromising productivity. By doing so, Genesis positions itself as one of the available climate technologies in the market capable of delivering both environmental and economic returns at
- [White sharks vs. killer whales: white sharks not always fearful of killer whales](https://econews.com.au/white-sharks-vs-killer-whales-white-sharks-not-always-fearful-of-killer-whales/) - While killer whales (Orcinus orca) can trigger immediate departure of white sharks (Carcharodon carcharias), extended absences from their aggregation sites are also part of the sharks’ natural behaviour, new research reveals. Using 12 years of acoustic telemetry and wildlife tourism sighting data, the Flinders University-led study found that the prolonged disappearance of white sharks from South Australia’s
- [Poor community engagement is putting Australia’s renewable energy rollout at risk](https://econews.com.au/poor-community-engagement-is-putting-australias-renewable-energy-rollout-at-risk/) - Matthew Gordon Australia’s clean energy rollout is accelerating, with billions being committed to solar, wind and storage projects in rural and regional areas. But as delays persist across rural and regional Australia, leading community engagement consultancy Capire, an RSK Group company, says the biggest bottleneck isn’t funding or technology – it’s community trust. Too often, developers fail to
- [Australia’s largest Antarctic art exhibition opens at RMIT Gallery and Design Hub Gallery](https://econews.com.au/australias-largest-antarctic-art-exhibition-opens-at-rmit-gallery-and-design-hub-gallery/) - Keith Jack ‘Mt Erebus Ross Is.’, 1914-1917 RMIT University Creative Antarctica: Australian Artists and Writers in the Far South, a major new exhibition opening at RMIT Gallery and Design Hub Gallery on 20 February 2026, brings together historical and contemporary Australian artists and writers who have shaped how Antarctica is imagined, documented and understood. Containing artwork spanning more than 100 years, the exhibition
- [Saputo Dairy Australia biogas to energy project goes live](https://econews.com.au/saputo-dairy-australia-biogas-to-energy-project-goes-live/) - Saputo Dairy Australia (SDA) is pleased to announce a key milestone in its environmental sustainability efforts with the go-live of its purpose-built biogas to energy solution at its Allansford manufacturing facility. This innovative project is set to significantly enhance the site’s environmental performance by removing up to 14,000 tonnes of CO2 annually from the environment,
- [Government Intervention Driving Structural Shift in Commodity Markets: ANZ’s Daniel Hynes](https://econews.com.au/government-intervention-driving-structural-shift-in-commodity-markets-anzs-daniel-hynes/) - Chapter One Advisors Rising government intervention is fundamentally reshaping global commodity markets, compressing supply responses, distorting pricing signals and lifting capital risks across the resources sector, according to ANZ Senior Commodity Strategist Daniel Hynes. Speaking on the second day of the 25th RIU Explorers Conference in Fremantle, Hynes said markets are adjusting to what he
- [Get the picture? High-tech, low-cost lens focuses on global consumer markets](https://econews.com.au/get-the-picture-high-tech-low-cost-lens-focuses-on-global-consumer-markets/) - The days of dropping a thermal imaging camera and replacing an expensive lens are coming to an end with a new repairable lens developed by Flinders University scientists. A high-performance lens for infrared cameras invented by Flinders researchers is emerging as a lower cost, more sustainable option for industries whish use thermal imaging cameras, including
- [Driving positive change: SeaLink’s growing commitment to ecotourism and environmental protection](https://econews.com.au/driving-positive-change-sealinks-growing-commitment-to-ecotourism-and-environmental-protection/) - Australians are increasingly choosing holidays that do more than offer an escape, seeking experiences that respect the environment, benefit local communities and create a deeper connection to place. Recent insights from Virtuoso’s 2026 Luxe Report for Australia and New Zealand highlight this shift. Drawing on feedback from more than 300 local travel advisors, the research found that
- [The Magnum Ice Cream Company partners with Seabin to monitor and reduce ice cream packaging waste in Sydney Harbour](https://econews.com.au/the-magnum-ice-cream-company-partners-with-seabin-to-monitor-and-reduce-ice-cream-packaging-waste-in-sydney-harbour/) - The Magnum Ice Cream Company (TMICC), owner of Streets ice cream in Australia, has announced a new partnership with Seabin to help prevent and reduce marine pollution and strengthen efforts to help protect Australia’s coastlines. The partnership reflects TMICC’s commitment to reducing its plastic footprint and improving sustainability outcomes as it continues to define its
- [Indigenous plant could have handy health benefits](https://econews.com.au/indigenous-plant-could-have-handy-health-benefits/) - Samiddhi Gunathilake and Dr Mahsa Majzoobi with a beaker of saltbush powder. RMIT University New research suggests an Australian desert plant could help food manufacturers improve protein quality and reduce reliance on added salt in staple foods. The drought-tolerant shrub affectionately known as Old Man Saltbush is mostly used as stock fodder, but can also be added to salads or cooking and has been used as bush tucker by Indigenous Australian for thousands of years. Now, early
- [Gold and Silver Defy the Rulebook as Structural Forces Drive Historic Rally](https://econews.com.au/gold-and-silver-defy-the-rulebook-as-structural-forces-drive-historic-rally/) - ABC Refinery Global Head of Institutional Markets Nicholas Frappell Chapter One Advisors Gold and silver prices have surged to extraordinary highs in recent months, defying many of the traditional metrics that typically govern precious metals markets. Speaking at the RIU Explorers Conference in Fremantle, ABC Refinery Global Head of Institutional Markets Nicholas Frappell said the
- [“The Everything Bull Market”: Canaccord Calls Start of Multi-Commodity Supercycle](https://econews.com.au/the-everything-bull-market-canaccord-calls-start-of-multi-commodity-supercycle/) - Canaccord Genuity Head of Mining Research Reg Spencer Chapter One Advisors A powerful new commodity bull market may already be underway, according to Canaccord Genuity Head of Mining Research Reg Spencer, who delivered the call during the opening session of the 25th RIU Explorers Conference at The Esplanade in Fremantle. Speaking to a packed auditorium,
- [Camel Milk Gains Attention for Its Unique Nutritional Profile and Potential Multitude of Health Benefits](https://econews.com.au/camel-milk-gains-attention-for-its-unique-nutritional-profile-and-potential-multitude-of-health-benefits/) - Summer Land Camels CEO Paul Martin with one of his prized camels Camel milk is emerging as a nutrient-rich alternative dairy product in Australia, attracting growing interest from nutrition researchers and consumers seeking options for digestive sensitivities. Produced under Australia’s strict food-safety and animal-health standards, camel milk differs significantly from cow’s milk in its protein structure,
- [Butterfly on the move: social media reveals rapid spread of invasive species into Australia](https://econews.com.au/butterfly-on-the-move-social-media-reveals-rapid-spread-of-invasive-species-into-australia/) - Monash University A fast-moving butterfly is helping scientists prove that Facebook and Flickr aren’t just for holiday snaps, they could be key allies in tracking invasive species and monitoring biodiversity shifts in real time. In a new study published in Conservation Biology, an international team of researchers led by Monash University School of Biological Sciences have shown
- [One of Australia’s rarest birds found thriving on Queensland pastoral land](https://econews.com.au/one-of-australias-rarest-birds-found-thriving-on-queensland-pastoral-land/) - Plains wanderer on NAPCo-Station © Hayden DeVilliers For the first time, Australia’s critically endangered Plains-wanderer has been both seen and heard on a pastoral station in western Queensland, an exciting discovery that confirms the species is surviving in an area where it had never been recorded before. Once widespread across the grasslands of eastern Australia, the Plains-wanderer
- [Supernode Stage 1 Commences Commercial Operations](https://econews.com.au/supernode-stage-1-commences-commercial-operations/) - One of Australia’s largest battery storage campuses achieves commercial operations for its initial stage, with full power export to the Queensland Grid Quinbrook, a specialist investment manager focused exclusively on delivering the infrastructure needed for the energy transition, today announced the successful start of commercial operations for Stage 1 of its Supernode battery storage project located
- [Australia’s Next Global Sport and Wellness Destination Hits the Market](https://econews.com.au/australias-next-global-sport-and-wellness-destination-hits-the-market/) - Render Following a record-breaking Australian Open that once again cemented Melbourne’s status as one of the world’s great sporting capitals, global attention is now turning to what comes next for sport, wellness and destination-led investment in Victoria. As the Australian Open draws to a close after weeks of elite competition, international broadcast exposure and unprecedented
- [Boral completes product development of Australian-first  low carbon calcined clay concrete](https://econews.com.au/boral-completes-product-development-of-australian-first-low-carbon-calcined-clay-concrete/) - The next-generation solution follows successful product development and field trials Leading construction materials company Boral Limited (Boral) has successfully completed product development for a low-carbon concrete incorporating Australian calcined clay. It marks the first Australian company to achieve this milestone and is a significant step in next-generation innovative solutions that reduce carbon emissions in concrete production and infrastructure. The
- [GET YOUR GLOVES ON AUSTRALIA – JOIN A CLEAN UP EVENT OR REGISTER YOUR OWN](https://econews.com.au/get-your-gloves-on-australia-join-a-clean-up-event-or-register-your-own/) - CLEAN UP AUSTRALIA DAY RETURNS 1 MARCH 2026 Clean Up Australia Day returns on Sunday 1 March 2026, and we’re calling on individuals, families, schools, and community groups across the country to join a Clean Up event near them or register their own to be part of Australia’s largest environmental movement. Since its inception, over
- [Rocky start to relationship but Lake Mac crew makes Valentine’s day](https://econews.com.au/rocky-start-to-relationship-but-lake-mac-crew-makes-valentines-day/) - A Lake Macquarie City Council crew has leapt into action after a wallaby found itself stuck between a rock and a hard place at Valentine. Staff from the Natural Areas Project Team found the swamp wallaby wedged between rocks on Wednesday 11 February while working to remove lantana in remote bushland off Ruston Road. “We
- [Sigenergy expands into commercial energy storage with CEC approval for new Commercial & Industrial inverter range](https://econews.com.au/sigenergy-expands-into-commercial-energy-storage-with-cec-approval-for-new-commercial-industrial-inverter-range/) - Sigenergy has officially expanded into commercial energy storage, with its Commercial & Industrial inverter range now CEC-listed and available to order in Australia. The Clean Energy Council approval, granted last week, confirms Sigenergy inverters meet Australia’s highest safety and performance standards and enables immediate use across commercial-scale solar and hybrid energy projects. The CEC approval
- [Paddling for a purpose: Lake Mac locals gear up to clean up](https://econews.com.au/paddling-for-a-purpose-lake-mac-locals-gear-up-to-clean-up/) - Elena Babazogli picking up rubbish at Naru Beach One of Australia’s largest community environmental events is fast approaching, and Lake Macquarie City Council is encouraging residents, schools, businesses and community groups to register a Clean Up Australia Day site for Sunday 1 March. Lake Macquarie Mayor Adam Shultz encouraged locals to get involved – whether
- [Stockholm’s electric flying ferry successful on all parameters, according to official report](https://econews.com.au/stockholms-electric-flying-ferry-successful-on-all-parameters-according-to-official-report/) - The world’s first hydrofoiling ferry, Candela P-12 Nova, foiling at 22 knots after departing Stockholm City Hall, bound for Ekerö centrum The novel flying electric Candela P-12 ferry in Stockholm’s public transport system has been declared a major success in the Swedish Transport Administration’s official report. Halved travel times, drastically reduced emissions, very satisfied passengers,
- [Registrations Open – 2026 AORA Annual Conference](https://econews.com.au/registrations-open-2026-aora-annual-conference/) - Registrations are now open for the most anticipated event in the organics recycling calendar for 2026, the Australian Organics Recycling Association (AORA) Annual Conference. Join us in Melbourne from 22–24 April 2026 at the Pullman Melbourne Albert Park for three days of insight, innovation and connection across the organics recycling sector. Early bird pricing is
- [Fugro completes artificial reef installation for Woodside and Recfishwest](https://econews.com.au/fugro-completes-artificial-reef-installation-for-woodside-and-recfishwest/) - Lifting pyramid Reef module on the Etive vessel. Image credit: Fugro Fugro has successfully installed an artificial reef off the coast of Dampier, Western Australia, on behalf of Woodside Energy and Recfishwest, creating a new habitat to support local fish species and enhance recreational fishing opportunities for the community. The project involved the deployment of
- [Betolar, EcoGraf and GTK collaborate to transform Epanko mine tailings using Betolar’s metal extraction technology](https://econews.com.au/betolar-ecograf-and-gtk-collaborate-to-transform-epanko-mine-tailings-using-betolars-metal-extraction-technology/) - From left: EVP Jyri Talja, Betolar Plc. Director General Kimmo Tiilikainen, GTK Managing Director Andrew Spinks, EcoGraf Tanzgraphite Director Christer Mhingo, EcoGraf/TanzGraphite Photographer: Photo credit: Betolar Betolar has entered into a strategic collaboration with the Geological Survey of Finland (GTK) and Australian company EcoGraf Limited in the Epanko graphite project in Tanzania. The aim of the
- [ANSTO Celebrates its Incredible Women in Science](https://econews.com.au/ansto-celebrates-its-incredible-women-in-science/) - Australian Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO) ANSTO is privileged to be home to an incredible array of outstanding women in science. On the International Day of Women and Girls in Science we wanted to thank each one. Thank you! ANSTO employs around 190 women in science related roles. It’s impossible to highlight them all, but here’s a small
- [Schneider Electric launches EVlink Pro DC 720: High-Power EV charging for all road users](https://econews.com.au/schneider-electric-launches-evlink-pro-dc-720-high-power-ev-charging-for-all-road-users/) - EVlink Pro DC 720 Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, has introduced EVlink Pro DC 720, a next generation electric vehicle (EV) charging solution designed for commercial and industrial sites, public charging hubs, and fleet operators. Delivering up to 720 kW of power and capable of charging up to 12 vehicles simultaneously, the system
- [Australia’s first Passive House in a retirement village open](https://econews.com.au/australias-first-passive-house-in-a-retirement-village-open/) - Keyton’s Passive House The Grove, Ngunnawal ACT (exterior) Keyton Keyton, one of Australia’s leading retirement living operator-developers has showcased Australia’s first Passive House built in a retirement village, following strong interest from last year’s announcement of the innovative pilot program. “The Passive House at The Grove is the first of its kind in an Australian
- [Flagship whales facing climate-driven decline in Australia](https://econews.com.au/flagship-whales-facing-climate-driven-decline-in-australia/) - Courtesy Richard Twist, Current Environmental Australian Right Whale Research @southernrightwhales. Drone Permit Number M26085-13. The tide has turned on the conservation success story of the southern right whale. Once considered a global conservation success story, the species is now emerging as a warning signal of how climate change is impacting threatened marine life, according to
- [Will and Wind and the Australian Marine Conservation Society launch new dolphin beach towel supporting ocean protection](https://econews.com.au/will-and-wind-and-the-australian-marine-conservation-society-launch-new-dolphin-beach-towel-supporting-ocean-protection/) - Australian towel brand Will and Wind has partnered with the Australian Marine Conservation Society to release a new Bottlenose Dolphin Mother and Calf Travel Towel and Multi Towel that blends art, utility, sustainability and conservation. The design features a striking photograph by award-winning underwater photographer Brooke Pyke and reflects the growing shift toward products with
- [Epson makes progress with sustainability plans and initiatives in Australia and New Zealand](https://econews.com.au/epson-makes-progress-with-sustainability-plans-and-initiatives-in-australia-and-new-zealand/) - We recently sat down with Epson Australia’s Environment and Sustainability Manager Fatida Un to discuss the company’s sustainability plans and initiatives in Australia and New Zealand and their recently published, second Sustainability Impact Report What prompted Epson Australia to begin publishing annual Sustainability Impact Reports and how has this practice evolved? Sustainability has always been part
- [Automotive Expert, Raffy Sgroi, Warns: Australia is Building Snowflakes in the Desert with EV Policy](https://econews.com.au/automotive-expert-raffy-sgroi-warns-australia-is-building-snowflakes-in-the-desert-with-ev-policy/) - Raffy Sgroi With the National Electric Vehicle Strategy due for a comprehensive review during 2026, automotive expert and senior government advisor, Raffy Sgroi, warns that Australia is rushing electric vehicle (EV) adoption without the workforce, infrastructure, or regulatory framework needed to ensure a safe and sustainable transition. A vocal advocate for independent repairers, Raffy serves on
- [Eku Energy Awards $500,000 in Community Benefits Through the Williamsdale Battery Energy Storage System](https://econews.com.au/eku-energy-awards-500000-in-community-benefits-through-the-williamsdale-battery-energy-storage-system/) - Siwan and Tom Half Moon Creek Gudgenby River Restoration Project Australian River Restoration Center Canberra, ACT Eku Energy announced today that it has awarded $500,000 to nine community organisations under its Powering Big Dreams program, a community benefits program supported by the Williamsdale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). Powering Big Dreams is the partnership initiative from Eku
- [Nanoplastics hindering cognitive abilities of fish, international research shows](https://econews.com.au/nanoplastics-hindering-cognitive-abilities-of-fish-international-research-shows/) - The study was conducted using marine medaka (Oryzias melastigma). The fish were split into exposed and non-exposed groups and put through a maze to examine their behaviour. Charles Darwin University Nanoplastic exposure can impair the cognitive abilities of fish and could lead to significant impacts on marine species’ ability to survive, according to a new
- [AlUla Advances Global Eco-Tourism Through Landmark Arabian Leopard Conservation Efforts](https://econews.com.au/alula-advances-global-eco-tourism-through-landmark-arabian-leopard-conservation-efforts/) - Image: Arabian Leopards at the Arabian Leopard Conservation Breeding Centre in Taif. Courtesy of Royal Commission for AlUla • Since 2025’s International Arabian Leopard Day, Arabian Leopard Conservation Breeding Centre in Taif has witnessed the birth of six cubs • Destination is emerging as a hub for sustainable tourism and animal conservation, supporting the critically
- [Major retailers launch unified questionnaire and digital tool, powered by TrusTrace, to measure due diligence maturity and enable collective action across the fashion industry](https://econews.com.au/major-retailers-launch-unified-questionnaire-and-digital-tool-powered-by-trustrace-to-measure-due-diligence-maturity-and-enable-collective-action-across-the-fashion-industry/) - The unified self-assessment questionnaire – co-developed by Cascale, Fair Wear, and leading European-based retailers – and free digital platform, developed by TrusTrace, allow retailers to assess the maturity of supply chain HREDD systems, and brands to identify gaps in internal practices and receive recommendations for remediation. As sustainability and supply chain data demands on fashion
- [The Power of Pulses – Slow Food: Legumes support healthy diets, resilient farming, and food sovereignty worldwide](https://econews.com.au/the-power-of-pulses-slow-food-legumes-support-healthy-diets-resilient-farming-and-food-sovereignty-worldwide/) - Ahead of World Pulses Day, Slow Food reiterates that plant-rich diets are central to improving the health of both people and the planet. At a time of growing geopolitical tensions, the organization stresses that global supply chains no longer guarantee food sovereignty, neither in terms of access to nutritious food nor fair incomes for farmers,
- [Neara raises $90 million to solve the global infrastructure crisis with AI](https://econews.com.au/neara-raises-90-million-to-solve-the-global-infrastructure-crisis-with-ai/) - Vegetation Management Neara, the pioneer of physics-enabled digital twin modelling for critical infrastructure, today announced it has closed an AUD 90 million Series D funding round to accelerate its focus on solving global infrastructure challenges. The round was led by TCV, a leading global growth equity firm, which has previously invested in technology companies including Netflix,
- [Future Now Expo brings sustainable living to life across the Sutherland Shire](https://econews.com.au/future-now-expo-brings-sustainable-living-to-life-across-the-sutherland-shire/) - From cutting household energy bills to reimagining how communities live, travel and care for the environment, the Future Now Expo is inviting Sutherland Shire residents to step into the future. Running from 10 February to 16 April 2026, the multi?week Expo delivers a vibrant program of free exhibitions, workshops, expert advice sessions and special events,
- [Historical eDNA unlocks clues of Australia’s wildlife past](https://econews.com.au/historical-edna-unlocks-clues-of-australias-wildlife-past/) - A Brush-tailed Bettong at Mt Gibson Wildlife Sanctuary. © Brad Leue Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) has teamed up with the University of Adelaide’s Environment Institute on an innovative new research project that could help inform future wildlife reintroductions. The project, funded by the Australian Research Council, aims to shed light on the historical ranges of some of Australia’s
- [LOCAL ASSISTANCE DOG HERO PROVIDED BY LIONS](https://econews.com.au/local-assistance-dog-hero-provided-by-lions/) - ‘Zena’ is a four-legged friend and Diabetic Alert Dog provided to local Werribee resident, Daniel, who lives with type 1 diabetes. Daniel received Zena Three months ago, and in a few days time, Zena will undergo her final assessments by Lions Assistance Dogs’ Assessor, Program Director, Darren Coldwell. After passing this assessment, Zena will become
- [Extinct Hawaiian bird described as ‘nearly blind bin chicken’](https://econews.com.au/extinct-hawaiian-bird-described-as-nearly-blind-bin-chicken/) - Illustration of the Hawaiian ibis (courtesy University of Lethbridge) Islands are famous for producing some of the world’s strangest creatures, and now a new international study shows that evolution of bird species on Hawaiian islands includes an ibis with unusually small eyes and limited visual capacity. The team from University of Lethbridge in Canada and
- [NATIONAL SURFING RESERVES MARKS 20 YEARS WITH GROWTH PARTNERSHIP](https://econews.com.au/national-surfing-reserves-marks-20-years-with-growth-partnership/) - Surf legend Mark Richards, left, celebrated with members of the National Surfing Reserves as they marked 20 years of operations. Reflections Holidays Grassroots not-for-profit National Surfing Reserves, a tireless advocate of recognising and protecting Australia’s most beloved community beaches, has marked its 20th anniversary as it launches a partnership with Reflections Holidays with a view to expanding its footprint. Founded in 2005 by a small group of ocean-loving, professional volunteers dedicated to supporting communities who
- [Join Matt Okine, Dr Vanessa Pirotta, Dr Catherine Ball and host Emily Jateff as they delve into the wild world of ocean artificial intelligence](https://econews.com.au/join-matt-okine-dr-vanessa-pirotta-dr-catherine-ball-and-host-emily-jateff-as-they-delve-into-the-wild-world-of-ocean-artificial-intelligence/) - Australian National Maritime Museum On February 19, the Australian National Maritime Museum is proud to present the latest talk in its Big Blue Ideas series, Can AI Talk Whale? Join comedian and author Matt Okine, wildlife and whale scientist Dr Vanessa Pirotta, and scientific futurist Dr Catherine Ball, for an honest and open discussion about the ways in which
- [New figures reveal: One native animal legally killed every minute in New South Wales](https://econews.com.au/new-figures-reveal-one-native-animal-legally-killed-every-minute-in-new-south-wales/) - Humane World for Animals Australia Humane World for Animals Australia (previously Humane Society International Australia) will provide evidence at a NSW Parliamentary Committee inquiry into licences to harm native animals at 9am on on 9 February 2026 as newly released figures reveal a staggering increase to the extent of legal killing of native wildlife in the state. Recently
- [Humidity-resistant hydrogen sensor can improve safety in large-scale clean energy](https://econews.com.au/humidity-resistant-hydrogen-sensor-can-improve-safety-in-large-scale-clean-energy/) - Hydrogen plays an important role in society’s energy transition. For the technology to be used on a broad scale, effective hydrogen sensors are required to prevent the formation of flammable oxyhydrogen gas when hydrogen is mixed with air. Now, researchers at Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden, can present a compact sensor that can be manufactured
- [Frog in agenda for Environmental Research Grants](https://econews.com.au/frog-in-agenda-for-environmental-research-grants/) - Dr Alex Callen and PhD student Kate Tunstill are working to conserve the green and golden bell frog A Council research grant program is helping two University of Newcastle researchers prevent a threatened species of frog from croaking in Lake Macquarie. Dr Alex Callen and PhD student Kate Tunstill’s research focuses on protecting the green
- [Detmold group ON TRACK with 2025-2050 sustainability goals](https://econews.com.au/detmold-group-on-track-with-2025-2050-sustainability-goals/) - Leading Australian-owned global packaging company, Detmold Group, is working towards a greener future and is on track to meets its sustainability targets. Having set clear sustainability goals to help customers and consumers make responsible, informed packaging choices, the Detmold Group is focused on reducing emissions with a climate-first approach, protecting nature, minimizing waste, driving a
- [General Oceans Invests in Turbulence Solutions Specialist ReynKo](https://econews.com.au/general-oceans-invests-in-turbulence-solutions-specialist-reynko/) - General Oceans Inc., a subsidiary of General Oceans AS, has entered into an investment agreement with ReynKo Inc., a US based turbulence solutions specialist. The SAFE (Simple Agreement for Future Equity) is a commitment to invest up to USD 4 million. General Oceans AS is the parent company of multiple underwater technology brands including Oslo
- [La Trobe University cuts emissions by 80% in landmark Net Zero program](https://econews.com.au/la-trobe-university-cuts-emissions-by-80-in-landmark-net-zero-program/) - La Trobe University has achieved a 80 per cent reduction in operational emissions, equivalent to 45,000 tonnes of CO?, through its Net Zero by 2029 program delivered in partnership with Schneider Electric. The transformation includes Victoria’s largest urban solar farm, delivering 2.9MW of renewable energy from 4,300 panels, backed by battery storage. Next-generation switchgear and
- [European Social Media Company with Big Focus on Digital Integrity Launched at Davos](https://econews.com.au/european-social-media-company-with-big-focus-on-digital-integrity-launched-at-davos/) - Human User Verification to Counter Disinformation and AI-Bots Users across the globe will soon have an alternative to the existing social media channels with the arrival of a new values-driven European company called W. W wants to counter the current tidal wave of disinformation by requiring users to verify they are humans while helping citizens
- [MEX and Xpansiv Enter Strategic Partnership to Advance Global Environmental Commodities Market Connectivity](https://econews.com.au/mex-and-xpansiv-enter-strategic-partnership-to-advance-global-environmental-commodities-market-connectivity/) - Macao International Carbon Emission Exchange (MEX) and Xpansiv, the leading infrastructure provider for the global energy transition markets, today announced a strategic partnership to expand connectivity across global environmental markets and to enhance liquidity, transparency, and access for stakeholders. The collaboration will focus on technological innovation and market integration to provide customers of both companies with more efficient and secure trading and asset management capabilities.
- [Science-led rewilding brings Eastern quolls back to mainland Australia](https://econews.com.au/science-led-rewilding-brings-eastern-quolls-back-to-mainland-australia/) - Eastern Quoll Rewilding Health Check Sydney Zoo released the four Eastern quolls joeys at Bannockburn Rewilding Sanctuary, building on a successful release at the site last year, as part of a long-term effort to restore the once-lost species. The project is delivered in partnership with the Invasive Species Council’s Rewilding Australia program and forms part of
- [NSW set to smash big battery target to secure our renewable energy future](https://econews.com.au/nsw-set-to-smash-big-battery-target-to-secure-our-renewable-energy-future/) - Minister for Energy, Penny Sharpe, Member for Granville Julia Finn MP with Iberdrola Ribbon Cutting Penny Sharpe Minister for Climate Change Minister for Energy Minister for the Environment Minister for Heritage Leader of the Government in the Legislative Council The Minns Labor Government is backing the largest rollout of big batteries in
- [Morgan Stanley Inclusive & Sustainable Ventures Hosts Global Demo Day, Opens Applications for Next Cohort](https://econews.com.au/morgan-stanley-inclusive-sustainable-ventures-hosts-global-demo-day-opens-applications-for-next-cohort/) - Morgan Stanley Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) today is hosting its annual global Inclusive & Sustainable Ventures (MSISV) Demo Day, with startups and nonprofits participating from across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). The organizations will pitch over 300 investors, as well as potential business partners and customers. Over the past five months, MSISV has
- [CH4 Global scoops the pool with 2 international sustainability gongs](https://econews.com.au/ch4-global-scoops-the-pool-with-2-international-sustainability-gongs/) - CH4 Global founder and CEO Steve Meller CH4 Global has won two international awards recognising business sustainability and the impacts being made with its proprietary Methane Tamer feed supplement, which cuts methane emissions from cows by up to 90 per cent. Announced in the US, the SEAL (Sustainability, Environmental Achievement and Leadership) Awards recognise the 50 most sustainable companies in the world and the most impactful
- [Enter sand plan as Council moves to improve Redhead dunes](https://econews.com.au/enter-sand-plan-as-council-moves-to-improve-redhead-dunes/) - Sand dunes closest to Redhead Surf Life Saving Club would be reshaped, protective fencing installed and native flora planted under a draft Redhead Dune Management Plan out for public feedback. Lake Macquarie City Council has joined forces with world-leading University of NSW Water Research Laboratory researchers to create the draft plan, aiming to prevent further
- [Missing pieces added to ancient global fish puzzle](https://econews.com.au/missing-pieces-added-to-ancient-global-fish-puzzle/) - Gogo field fossil imprint (unidentified) Credit: Flinders University New pieces have been added to the puzzle of the evolution of some of the oldest fish that lived on Earth more than 400 million years ago. In two separate studies, experts in Australia and China have found new clues about primitive lungfishes, the closest living relatives
- [PLASTICS CONTINUE TO DOMINATE, WHILE CIGARETTE BUTTS BECOME THE NATION’S MOST LITTERED INDIVIDUAL ITEM](https://econews.com.au/plastics-continue-to-dominate-while-cigarette-butts-become-the-nations-most-littered-individual-item/) - Clean Up Australia volunteers are more important than ever as troubling trends revealed in the latest Litter Report. The findings of the Clean Up Australia Litter Report FY25 were released today, revealing that plastics continue to be the number one litter type found in Australia’s streets, parks, bushlands and waterways, representing 80.8% of all counted litter. Concerningly, cigarette
- [Epson takes number one market share worldwide for inkjet printers](https://econews.com.au/epson-takes-number-one-market-share-worldwide-for-inkjet-printers/) - Epson EcoTank ET-4950 inkjet printer Epson is now officially the number one manufacturer and vendor of inkjet printers worldwide by volume with 34.1% global market share, according to the International Data Corporation (IDC)*. Epson inkjet printers include the hugely successful EcoTank range, which covers the home, small office, home office and photo markets. Epson inkjet
- [Young rock poolers discover rare Mediterranean sea hare species on Plymouth shore](https://econews.com.au/young-rock-poolers-discover-rare-mediterranean-sea-hare-species-on-plymouth-shore/) - What was thought to be seaweed turned out to be a species of sea hare normally only spotted in the Mediterranean and East Atlantic. c. Loretta Kwok A very unusual marine discovery has been made at Plymouth’s Mount Batten Beach during The Rock Pool Project’s monthly BioBlitz Battle. Two keen young rock poolers taking part in
- [Candela P-12 completes world’s longest electric sea journey](https://econews.com.au/candela-p-12-completes-worlds-longest-electric-sea-journey/) - Candela P-12 on the Oslofjord, racing one of the traditional electric vessels already in operation in Oslo’s capital. Demonstrating that electric passenger vessels are no longer confined to short, fixed routes—or dependent on costly, purpose-built charging infrastructure—the world’s first electric hydrofoiling ferry, Candela P-12, has completed a record-breaking voyage from Sweden’s west coast to Norway’s
- [World’s fastest falcon makes historic appearance in Central Australia](https://econews.com.au/worlds-fastest-falcon-makes-historic-appearance-in-central-australia/) - Dr Tim Henderson birdwatching at Newhaven Wildlife Sanctuary A Siberian Peregrine Falcon has been photographed within Australia’s arid zone for the first time, marking an extraordinary new record for the world’s fastest animal. The Peregrine Falcon subspecies, typically found across the frigid plains of the tundra, was captured on camera by ecologist Dr Tim Henderson
- [Cargill launches first large-scale renewable energy project in Australia](https://econews.com.au/cargill-launches-first-large-scale-renewable-energy-project-in-australia/) - Cargill has launched a 2.58 megawatt (MW) solar array at its Newcastle Crush Plant – the company’s first large-scale renewable energy project in Australia and an important milestone in its efforts to reduce emissions, strengthen energy resilience and support a more sustainable food supply chain. The solar array has been installed onsite at the Newcastle facility and is
- [CEFC finance to cut EV costs for more Australians](https://econews.com.au/cefc-finance-to-cut-ev-costs-for-more-australians/) - The CEFC has committed up to $60 million to help reduce the upfront cost of EV ownership to enable more Australian businesses, fleets and households to make the switch to an electric vehicle. The investment with Hyundai Motor Group’s finance arm, Hyundai Capital Australia (HCAU), will make finance for eligible EVs more affordable for households
- [DHL Group adds new sustainability milestones in Asia Pacific across skies and streets](https://econews.com.au/dhl-group-adds-new-sustainability-milestones-in-asia-pacific-across-skies-and-streets/) - Strategic SAF agreements signed with Cathay, Cosmo Energy and Neste Currently operates over 1,800 electric vehicles across the region Added the first facility globally that is fully powered by renewable energy powered by on-site solar systems DHL Group has marked significant milestones in its sustainability journey across Asia Pacific by reinforcing its commitment to decarbonization
- [A REFRESHED WALK TO WORK DAY PUTS MENTAL HEALTH IN FOCUS SAVE THE DATE: FRIDAY 27 MARCH 2026](https://econews.com.au/a-refreshed-walk-to-work-day-puts-mental-health-in-focus-save-the-date-friday-27-march-2026/) - Walk to Work Day The Pedestrian Council of Australia The Pedestrian Council of Australia has today announced a new look Walk to Work Day campaign, turning the spotlight on the irrefutable benefits of walking regularly for better mental health. Now taking place at the start of the year, Walk to Work Day supporting Black Dog Institute will bring a
- [New large-scale wildlife precinct proposed for NSW Mid-Coast district landholders](https://econews.com.au/new-large-scale-wildlife-precinct-proposed-for-nsw-mid-coast-district-landholders/) - Sunsetting over Waulinbakh Wildlife Sanctuary. © Brad Leue Private landholders in the Stroud district are being called upon to help establish a large-scale conservation precinct that would strengthen habitat connectivity across the region and increase protection for threatened species such as the Koala and Greater Glider. Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC), manager of Waulinbakh Wildlife Sanctuary located just outside Stroud, is leading
- [Warning of kidney cell damage from high nanoplastics explosure](https://econews.com.au/warning-of-kidney-cell-damage-from-high-nanoplastics-explosure/) - Associate Professor Melanie MacGregor As concerns rise about the effects of tiny plastic particles on human health, Flinders University researchers have led new research on whether nanoplastics can accumulate or cause damage in kidneys – our body’s major blood filtering system. Their study, just published in high-ranking international journal Cell Biology and Toxicology, calls for more
- [RSK Australia surpasses $400m as it accelerates growth ambition](https://econews.com.au/rsk-australia-surpasses-400m-as-it-accelerates-growth-ambition/) - RSK Australia Managing Director Mark Haydock RSK Australia has exceeded $400 million in revenue with a workforce of more than 1000 in just four years following its latest acquisition, cementing itself as one of the nation’s fastest-growing leaders in environmental and engineering solutions. Now, its Australian M&A team, created to accelerate its annual revenue to $1.6
- [Epson Ranked 6th among Clarivate Top 100 Global Innovators 2026](https://econews.com.au/epson-ranked-6th-among-clarivate-top-100-global-innovators-2026/) - Epson has been ranked 6th, the same position as last year, in the list of Clarivate Top 100 Global Innovators 2026 announced by the global information services firm Clarivate Plc. This is the 13th time that Epson has been named to the list since its inception in 2012. The Clarivate Top 100 Global Innovators Clarivate compares
- [Schneider Electric to become the Official Energy Technology Partner of McLaren Racing](https://econews.com.au/schneider-electric-to-become-the-official-energy-technology-partner-of-mclaren-racing/) - McLaren Racing and Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, today announced that Schneider Electric will become the Official Energy Technology Partner of McLaren Racing, including the McLaren Mastercard Formula 1 Team, the Arrow McLaren IndyCar Team, McLaren F1 Academy, as well as the McLaren United Autosports WEC Hypercar Team. Together, Schneider and McLaren Racing
- [AKF warns that Redlands Koala Population is still at risk](https://econews.com.au/akf-warns-that-redlands-koala-population-is-still-at-risk/) - Australian Koala Foundation The Australian Koala Foundation (AKF) has welcomed new independent research showing early signs of Koala population stabilisation on Redlands Coast but there is still a long way to go, particularly as habitats in Redlands continue to fall. Independent studies from both the University of the Sunshine Coast and Griffith University found no
- [Shining a light on sustainable new polymers – that can be reused](https://econews.com.au/shining-a-light-on-sustainable-new-polymers-that-can-be-reused/) - Dr Harshal Patel, Dr Jasmine Pople and Dr Thomas Nicholls For the first time, scientists have used ultraviolet (UV) light, a low-cost and readily available energy source, to successfully synthesise more sustainable and recyclable polymer materials. Led by green chemistry experts at Flinders University, and just published in the high-impact Journal of the American Chemical Society,
- [126 GRANTS FOR 2026: NOMINATIONS ARE NOW OPEN FOR THE 2026 WESTFIELD LOCAL HEROES PROGRAM](https://econews.com.au/126-grants-for-2026-nominations-are-now-open-for-the-2026-westfield-local-heroes-program/) - Now in its ninth year, the Westfield Local Heroes program has opened nominations for Aussies and Kiwis to nominate deserving everyday heroes. Nominations are officially open for the 2026 Westfield Local Heroes program, calling for Australians and New Zealanders to nominate an everyday hero making a difference in their community. The Westfield Local Heroes program recognises and celebrates individuals who are dedicated to their organisations and causes which support the community or the environment. Three finalists will be announced at each of
- [The High Seas Treaty is proof that multilateralism still works](https://econews.com.au/the-high-seas-treaty-is-proof-that-multilateralism-still-works/) - (Credit: Silas Baisch – Unsplash) The landmark United Nations High Seas Treaty quietly entered into force a few weeks ago, representing a significant step for international ocean conservation, and a much-needed reaffirmation that multilateralism is still capable of addressing complex global problems even in these fractured times. The UN’s newest environmental accord comes not a moment too
- [Solar Sharer Scheme puts Low Voltage Networks at the centre of the Proposed Reform](https://econews.com.au/solar-sharer-scheme-puts-low-voltage-networks-at-the-centre-of-the-proposed-reform/) - With consultations continuing on the Federal Government’s proposed Solar Sharer Scheme, EA Technology says the proposed offer reflects how Australia’s electricity system is changing and managing energy flows increasingly needs to be focused on local network conditions. The Solar Sharer Scheme is designed to encourage households to use electricity during the period of the day where there
- [A Must-Read: The Art of Markets MINING](https://econews.com.au/a-must-read-the-art-of-markets-mining/) - A MUST-READ For readers navigating the energy transition: a clear, authoritative guide to metals, mining, and financial markets. Drawing on four decades of experience across commodity booms, busts, and regime shifts, the book integrates: Commodity fundamentals with macroeconomic and monetary cycles Mining project realities with financial market expectations Volatility and liquidity dynamics with risk management
- [New method helps explain how solar cells can repair themselves… using sunlight](https://econews.com.au/new-method-helps-explain-how-solar-cells-can-repair-themselves-using-sunlight/) - The UNSW research team comprised of Dr Ziheng Liu, Dr Pengfei Zhang, Scientia Professor Xiaojing Hao and Dr Caixia Li. Image from UNSW/Robert Largent UNSW Sydney UNSW researchers have devised a process that identifies exactly how solar cells are damaged by ultraviolet radiation – and what happens when they naturally recover thanks to the sun. Engineers
- [Blue Carbon sweeps KPMG Nature Positive Challenge winning $100,000 Nature Positive Prize and $20,000 People’s Choice Award](https://econews.com.au/blue-carbon-sweeps-kpmg-nature-positive-challenge-winning-100000-nature-positive-prize-and-20000-peoples-choice-award/) - Dr Ana Novak Blue Carbon CEO · Blue Carbon wins both $100,000 KPMG Nature Positive Prize and $20,000 People’s Choice Award · Native Secrets Australia takes home the First Nations Award · Five finalists to share a $250,000 pool of tailored advisory services to help scale their businesses Queensland ocean-restoring climate-tech company Blue Carbon has taken home both
- [Eradication would cost billions: NT’s lessons for Pilbara’s cane toad management](https://econews.com.au/eradication-would-cost-billions-nts-lessons-for-pilbaras-cane-toad-management/) - A study led by Curtin University, with support from Charles Darwin University and other institutions, has identified the most effective cane toad management strategies for WA’s Pilbara region. Charles Darwin University Cane toads are predicted to invade Western Australia’s Pilbara region by 2041 if left unchecked, but the Northern Territory’s population of the pests hold
- [Redland City reports first city-wide koala population stabilisation in south-east Queensland](https://econews.com.au/redland-city-reports-first-city-wide-koala-population-stabilisation-in-south-east-queensland/) - Ambassador koala Sam. Photo: University of Sunshine Coast’s Detection Dogs for Conservation. Redland City Council has become the first local government in south-east Queensland – and within the koala’s federally-listed northern endangered range – to report stabilisation of its city-wide koala population. Independent analysis by both the University of the Sunshine Coast and Griffith University
- [Asia Pacific Maritime Returns to Singapore Bringing Next Energy to Focus; Accelerating Maritime Decarbonisation Forward](https://econews.com.au/asia-pacific-maritime-returns-to-singapore-bringing-next-energy-to-focus-accelerating-maritime-decarbonisation-forward/) - Asia Pacific Maritime (APM), Asia’s premier exhibition and conference for Shipbuilding & Marine, Workboat, Offshore, and Electric & Hybrid Marine, will return for its 19th instalment, from 25-27 March 2026 at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore, with its largest edition to date. Anchored by the theme “Future of Vessels, Solutions for Tomorrow”, APM 2026 is set to
- [Frontier selects Leilac to develop zero carbon lime solution](https://econews.com.au/frontier-selects-leilac-to-develop-zero-carbon-lime-solution/) - Frontier, an advance market commitment to accelerate permanent carbon removal, announced today that it awarded an R&D grant to Leilac to support the production of zero carbon lime on behalf of Frontier buyers Stripe, Shopify, and Google. The Leilac technology produces zero?carbon lime with electric heating and by capturing the CO? released unavoidably from the raw material during calcination. The
- [Capral Aluminium Hosts National Launch of $20 Million Made Right Here Campaign](https://econews.com.au/capral-aluminium-hosts-national-launch-of-20-million-made-right-here-campaign/) - Capral Aluminium today hosted the official national launch of the Australian Government-backed ‘Made Right Here’ campaign at its Smithfield manufacturing facility in New South Wales, marking the start of the largest Australian Made advertising campaign in more than a decade. Supported by a $20 million Australian Government grant, the six-month ‘Made Right Here’ campaign, delivered by Australian Made
- [Schneider Electric advances energy technology at World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos](https://econews.com.au/schneider-electric-advances-energy-technology-at-world-economic-forum-annual-meeting-in-davos/) - Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, announces its participation in the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland. Its delegation, led by CEO Olivier Blum, will champion collaboration across industries to advance energy technology. “It is clear we have entered a new era where AI and energy are inseparable, and together, they will reshape every business,” said Olivier
- [New carbon-conversion technology could turn emissions into jet fuel](https://econews.com.au/new-carbon-conversion-technology-could-turn-emissions-into-jet-fuel/) - Dr Lei Zhang, Distinguished Professor Tianyi Ma and Dr Peng Li (left to right) in their RMIT University lab, with Professor Ma holding the team’s 3 kW carbon conversion prototype device. Credit: Will Wright, RMIT University RMIT University RMIT researchers have developed a carbon?conversion technology that may one day help turn industrial emissions into jet
- [EA Technology appoints Gareth Burton as Chief Executive Officer](https://econews.com.au/ea-technology-appoints-gareth-burton-as-chief-executive-officer/) - Gareth Burton – Chief Executive Officer EA Technology, a leading provider of technology solutions supporting the energy transition, has announced the appointment of Gareth Burton as Chief Executive Officer, effective from 9 February 2026. Gareth joins EA Technology at a pivotal point in its growth journey, as the company expands its hardware and software capabilities,
- [A Greener Pride: How Werribee Lions Are Building the Future Through Eco Clubs](https://econews.com.au/a-greener-pride-how-werribee-lions-are-building-the-future-through-eco-clubs/) - From Left: Eden Lee, Siakhal Par Tha Dim, Ngung Za Mawi Par, Asja Conner, Raymond Loh at ‘The Den’, 33 Ballan Road WERRIBEE VIC 3030. By Eden Ryder Lee As environmental responsibility becomes a defining issue for a new generation, one community group in Melbourne’s west is showing how service, sustainability and youth leadership can grow
- [Limestone Coast’s rich bird history highlights ancient climate change](https://econews.com.au/limestone-coasts-rich-bird-history-highlights-ancient-climate-change/) - Flinders University palaeontology researchers – with local fossil experts – have discovered how prolific shorebirds, including the Plains-wanderer, once lived across South Australia’s South-East during wetter times up to 60,000 years ago. The experts link a phase of pronounced drying from about 17,000 years ago as being the likely cause for the decline of many
- [Researchers develop solar-powered desalination system that overcomes widespread salt-clogging barrier](https://econews.com.au/researchers-develop-solar-powered-desalination-system-that-overcomes-widespread-salt-clogging-barrier/) - The SunSpring floating membrane uses sunlight and carbon “flower” nanostructures to rapidly heat seawater and produce fresh drinking water, generating up to 18 litres per day without clogging from salt. Monash University Monash University and Indian Institute of Technology Bombay researchers have developed a solar-powered desalination prototype that can produce safe drinking water continuously, overcoming
- [Lisa Zembrodt, Principal and Senior Director of Schneider Electric’s Sustainability Advisory Services responds to the extension of the Eraring coal-fired power station until April 2029.](https://econews.com.au/lisa-zembrodt-principal-and-senior-director-of-schneider-electrics-sustainability-advisory-services-responds-to-the-extension-of-the-eraring-coal-fired-power-station-until-april-2029/) - Lisa Zembrodt, Principal and Senior Director of Schneider Electric’s Sustainability Advisory Services “The extension of Eraring reflects the reality that parts of the energy system, particularly large-scale storage, transmission and grid stability services, are still scaling to meet the pace of change and maintain reliability. It also underlines the need to progress our energy transition. The solutions
- [Australian Ethical Foundation awards $1.5 million in grants for nature and climate justice](https://econews.com.au/australian-ethical-foundation-awards-1-5-million-in-grants-for-nature-and-climate-justice/) - Australian Ethical Head of Foundation Kate Saunders The Australian Ethical Foundation today announced that it has awarded $1.5 million in grants to organisations focused on nature and climate justice. In August 2025, Australian Ethical Investment announced a record annual distribution of $2.5 million to its Foundation for grants supporting organisations and initiatives advancing climate justice
- [New project to grow Indigenous aquaculture on one of Australia’s largest islands](https://econews.com.au/new-project-to-grow-indigenous-aquaculture-on-one-of-australias-largest-islands/) - The project aims to develop production methods for the goldlined rabbitfish (Siganus lineatus). Picture: Provided by Sunil Kadri Charles Darwin University An Australian island’s efforts to improve food security and transition into a blue economy will be bolstered by a new project to propagate a nutritious and increasingly popular fish. The project with Charles Darwin
- [Sphere calls for rapid, scalable deployment of autonomous drone surveillance to protect NSW beachgoers](https://econews.com.au/sphere-calls-for-rapid-scalable-deployment-of-autonomous-drone-surveillance-to-protect-nsw-beachgoers/) - Sphere calls for rapid, scalable deployment of autonomous drone surveillance to protect NSW beachgoers Key facts: NSW faces increased shark activity due to warmer waters and changing environmental conditions, with current aerial surveillance limited in scale and consistency across its 2,000 beaches Current shark management includes 305 SMART drumlines, drone patrols at 50 beaches, and
- [EA TECHNOLOGY AUSTRALIA APPOINTS NEW BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT LEAD](https://econews.com.au/ea-technology-australia-appoints-new-business-development-lead/) - EA Technology, a global leader in electrical asset management and smart grid solutions, announced today that it has strengthened its leadership team in Australia with the appointment of Simon Rooney as its new Business Development Manager for VisNet, the company’s Low Voltage (LV) business. In this newly created role, Simon brings over two decades of experience
- [CALLING FARMERS – Funky Food wants your surplus, your quirky and your imperfect picks](https://econews.com.au/calling-farmers-funky-food-wants-your-surplus-your-quirky-and-your-imperfect-picks/) - Funky Food founder Kamran Kasaei-Nejad: “We don’t need semi-trailer loads or perfect-looking produce; if it’s fresh, safe and edible, we want to hear from farmers.” Brisbane-based, national produce rescue business Funky Food is calling on farmers across Queensland and northern NSW to let the Funky team save more fresh fruit and vegetables from going to waste, by
- [CEFC backs new QIC infrastructure investment to accelerate energy transition](https://econews.com.au/cefc-backs-new-qic-infrastructure-investment-to-accelerate-energy-transition/) - The CEFC has committed $70 million to the QIC Global Infrastructure Fund II (QGIF II, the Fund) to drive the decarbonisation of two of Australia’s highest-emitting sectors – energy and transport. The investment will also accelerate the transition to net zero by driving down emissions across the entire value chain, targeting Scope 3 emissions. Managed by leading infrastructure
- [Potential for satellites and AI to help tackle critical invasive species problem](https://econews.com.au/potential-for-satellites-and-ai-to-help-tackle-critical-invasive-species-problem/) - The study explored using satellite imagery and artificial intelligence to detect bitou bush (pictured) and African lovegrass. Charles Darwin University Satellite imagery and artificial intelligence can detect with high accuracy two invasive weed species in Australia, posing a new opportunity for defense against these pervasive plants. Research conducted by Charles Darwin University (CDU) and Charles
- [Threatened bandicoot numbers triple in Central Australian sanctuary](https://econews.com.au/threatened-bandicoot-numbers-triple-in-central-australian-sanctuary/) - Credit: Tom Sayers/AWC Conservationists are celebrating a major win in Central Australia, with threatened Golden Bandicoot numbers tripling inside a feral predator-free area. The remarkable population growth shows just how quickly native species can bounce back when feral cats and foxes, key threats to native mammals, are removed from the landscape. Dr Tim Henderson and his team
- [Engineers set efficiency world record for emerging solar cell material](https://econews.com.au/engineers-set-efficiency-world-record-for-emerging-solar-cell-material/) - Scientia Professor Xiaojing Hao working in her laboratory in the Tyree building, Kensignton campus UNSW. Image from UNSW UNSW Sydney Photovoltaic researchers at UNSW demonstrate best-ever results for emerging solar cell material antimony chalcogenide. UNSW engineers have made a major step forward in the development of a new type of solar cell that could help
- [$10million funding boost welcome by WARR industry](https://econews.com.au/10million-funding-boost-welcome-by-warr-industry/) - The Waste Management and Resource Recovery Association of Australia (WMRR) has welcomed this week’s Recycling Modernisation Fund (RMF) announcements — delivering $10 million for recycling infrastructure in Western Australia and Victoria — but says sustained federal leadership is urgently needed to cut Australia’s dependence on virgin plastics. The latest RMF round will provide up to $6
- [GET YOUR GLOVES ON AUSTRALIA! REMINDER TO REGISTER FOR CLEAN UP AUSTRALIA DAY 2026!](https://econews.com.au/get-your-gloves-on-australia-reminder-to-register-for-clean-up-australia-day-2026/) - Australians are being reminded to register now for Clean Up Australia Day with the nation’s largest environmental movement returning on Sunday 1 March 2026. individuals, families, schools, and community groups across the country are being encouraged to register to get in on the action. Since its inception, over 23 million volunteers have joined the Clean Up
- [Australian Organic Limited selected for Austrade Trade Diversification Network](https://econews.com.au/australian-organic-limited-selected-for-austrade-trade-diversification-network/) - Organic Peak industry body to work with Austrade to expand organic exports over next eighteen months The new initiative will aim to support Australian Organic Limited’s wider goal of doubling the value of Australian organic exports by 2030 by growing international interest in key international markets Australian Organic Limited (AOL) has been selected to participate in Austrade’s Trade Diversification Network
- [Marine mammal social lives shape how diseases spread in the ocean](https://econews.com.au/marine-mammal-social-lives-shape-how-diseases-spread-in-the-ocean/) - Courtesy CEBEL, Flinders University Whales, dolphins and other marine mammals are highly social, but those social ties can also help diseases spread through populations of rare or threatened species. New research reveals why understanding these social networks is critical for predicting and managing disease outbreaks in oceans already under siege with pressures from climate change,
- [New study reveals how temperature and urbanisation can change bee behaviour](https://econews.com.au/new-study-reveals-how-temperature-and-urbanisation-can-change-bee-behaviour/) - Key points Higher temperatures caused European honeybees to slow down their attraction to light, while native Australian bees’ light attraction appeared unaffected. Light simulating natural sunlight elicited a similar response in bees compared with simulated artificial city light. Bees living in urban and natural environments demonstrated similar light attraction responses. Research from Monash University explores
- [Greg Evans, former Perfect Match host and awarding winning radio personality was rushed into emergency heart surgery at 72](https://econews.com.au/greg-evans-former-perfect-match-host-and-awarding-winning-radio-personality-was-rushed-into-emergency-heart-surgery-at-72/) - Greg Evans Evans has revealed he underwent a quadruple heart bypass after receiving a serious diagnosis a few days before Christmas. “That (the test results) was at 4pm in the afternoon. At 9am the following morning I had a quadruple bypass,” Evans told The Herald Sun. Evans met highly respected cardiologist Assoc/Prof Kushwin Rajamani at
- [A $100 Billion Investment Imperative: Turning Clean Fuel Ambition into Progress by 2030](https://econews.com.au/a-100-billion-investment-imperative-turning-clean-fuel-ambition-into-progress-by-2030/) - New World Economic Forum report suggests global clean fuel investment could rise from ~$25 billion today to over $100 billion annually by 2030 driven by new demand and government ambitions. Clean fuels can strengthen energy security and economic development goals, stimulating two to three times more jobs than conventional fuel sectors while diversifying national energy
- [Historic High Seas Treaty enters into force, launching a new era of global ocean governance](https://econews.com.au/historic-high-seas-treaty-enters-into-force-launching-a-new-era-of-global-ocean-governance/) - ©Worachat Sodsri in Unsplash Today the High Seas Treaty, formally the Agreement on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biological Diversity of Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ), has officially entered into force, marking a historic milestone for global ocean protection and multilateral cooperation. Covering nearly half the planet, the High Seas lie beyond national borders
- [Scouts lose major campsite in Longwood fires](https://econews.com.au/scouts-lose-major-campsite-in-longwood-fires/) - Amongst the many, many losses in the Longwood fire are structures at one of Victoria’s largest Scouting campsites. Mafeking Rover Park, situated at Caveat in the Central Highlands, was hit by the Longwood fire on Friday morning with a loss of most buildings on site. The 320-acre site was established more than 30 years ago
- [The best hydrogen for heavy-duty transport is locally produced and green](https://econews.com.au/the-best-hydrogen-for-heavy-duty-transport-is-locally-produced-and-green/) - Samara Doole, Possesed Photography, Thomas Reaubourgh via Unsplash.com If trucks ran on hydrogen instead of fossil fuels, carbon dioxide emissions from heavy-duty road transport could be significantly reduced. At the same time, a new study from Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden shows that differences in how the gas is produced, distributed and used greatly
- [Conservation planning ‘good for biodiversity and business’](https://econews.com.au/conservation-planning-good-for-biodiversity-and-business/) - The research highlights significant gaps in conservation planning in the Northern Territory. Charles Darwin University The Northern Territory’s investment in solar and wind energy production needs to benefit people and the planet, but new research highlights critical pitfalls in planning. Research conducted by Charles Darwin University (CDU) reviewed the NT’s existing formal conservation planning against the Interim
- [Once in a lifetime Koala sighting at family-owned wildlife sanctuary](https://econews.com.au/once-in-a-lifetime-koala-sighting-at-family-owned-wildlife-sanctuary/) - A Koala found on Wandiyali sanctuary. © David Larcombe Conservationists at a wildlife sanctuary on the outskirts of Canberra are celebrating a rare visitor, with the recent sighting of a Koala at the woodland property. Sandy Hume and Carolyn Larcombe, part of the family who owns Wandiyali~Environa Wildlife Sanctuary, were scanning through photos taken on a motion-sensor camera
- [Households installing home batteries at record pace ahead of major changes to rebate](https://econews.com.au/households-installing-home-batteries-at-record-pace-ahead-of-major-changes-to-rebate/) - A leading energy solutions provider says households are more motivated than ever to install larger home battery systems as the federal government makes sweeping changes to the Cheaper Home Batteries Rebate. VoltX Energy Chief Operating Officer David Sedighi says since January 1, the subsidy rate has been reduced by around 10% or more than $1000 for
- [New research reveals how Tibetan Plateau-Himalayan uplift shaped Asian summer monsoons](https://econews.com.au/new-research-reveals-how-tibetan-plateau-himalayan-uplift-shaped-asian-summer-monsoons/) - Fig.1a Showing the rainfall evolution over Asian subregions in the past 66 million years (1) Monash University Key points The Tibetan Plateau’s elevation was the main driver behind the Asian monsoon’s development and expansion Initially, weaker summer rains were confined to East Asia before spreading across South Asia as the plateau continued to rise
- [Australia’s electricity system sees record electricity demand and accelerated investments in renewables, says Global Energy Trends 2026](https://econews.com.au/australias-electricity-system-sees-record-electricity-demand-and-accelerated-investments-in-renewables-says-global-energy-trends-2026/) - Australia’s energy system has been shaped by extreme weather events, record electricity demand and accelerating investment in renewables, according to the Global Energy Trends 2026: Australia Regional Outlook. In 2025, extreme weather events hit Australia, including Cyclone Alfred and extreme flooding in Queensland and New South Wales in 2025 caused widespread outages, leaving communities and industries dealing with power and
- [From Space to Earth: LYNRED launches an eSWIR sensor to better measure critical resources and climate signals](https://econews.com.au/from-space-to-earth-lynred-launches-an-eswir-sensor-to-better-measure-critical-resources-and-climate-signals/) - Presented at SPIE Photonics West 2026 (20–22 January, booth 1866), Sirocco SW brings Space-grade spectroscopy to mining, agriculture and environmental monitoring. As pressure mounts on access to critical raw materials, food security and climate data, the ability to accurately analyze soils, materials and gases has become a strategic challenge. LYNRED, a global leader in infrared
- [Scientists find microbes enhance the benefits of trees by removing greenhouse gases](https://econews.com.au/scientists-find-microbes-enhance-the-benefits-of-trees-by-removing-greenhouse-gases/) - Scientists have discovered the bark of trees like the Melaleuca quinquenervia harbours trillions of microbes that help scrub the air of greenhouse and toxic gases. Credit: Luke Jeffrey, Southern Cross University. Monash University Key points Researchers have revealed trillions of microbes live in the bark of every tree Tree microbes clean the air by removing
- [Portable biosensor may enable on-site PFAS detection](https://econews.com.au/portable-biosensor-may-enable-on-site-pfas-detection/) - La Trobe University A portable biosensor developed at La Trobe University may allow rapid, on-site detection of toxic “forever chemicals” in water, removing the need for samples to be sent to specialist laboratories. The device is designed to detect per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), a group of more than 15,000 synthetic chemicals used in products such as firefighting foams, food packaging and
- [Global Cooperation Is Showing Resilience in the Face of Geopolitical Headwinds](https://econews.com.au/global-cooperation-is-showing-resilience-in-the-face-of-geopolitical-headwinds/) - The Global Cooperation Barometer 2026 reveals strong pressures on multilateral institutions are causing global cooperation to evolve rather than retreat. While multilateral forms of cooperation declined, smaller and more agile coalitions of countries –and, at times, companies – were instrumental in maintaining overall cooperation levels. Climate and technology saw strong increases in cooperation even in
- [Solar hydrogen can now be produced efficiently without the scarce metal platinum](https://econews.com.au/solar-hydrogen-can-now-be-produced-efficiently-without-the-scarce-metal-platinum/) - A green advance | A research breakthrough opens up for efficient hydrogen production from solar energy – without using the scarce metal platinum. In a reactor at a chemistry laboratory at Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden, bubbles of hydrogen gas can be easily seen with the naked eye as they form – showing that photocatalysis is happening efficiently. Image: Chalmers University
- [EcoCeres Earns China’s SAF Export “White List” Recognition and Airworthiness Certificate, Strengthening Global Market Access and Safety Credentials](https://econews.com.au/ecoceres-earns-chinas-saf-export-white-list-recognition-and-airworthiness-certificate-strengthening-global-market-access-and-safety-credentials/) - EcoCeres Inc., a leading pure-play renewable fuels producer, announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, ECO Biochemical Technology (Zhangjiagang) Company Limited (ECO BioTech), has been included in the official China SAF export “White List” and awarded China’s airworthiness certificate. These recognitions confirm EcoCeres’ compliance with aviation safety standards for both domestic and international markets, as well as
- [Mundoo Island Station acquisition massively expands vital national park](https://econews.com.au/mundoo-island-station-acquisition-massively-expands-vital-national-park/) - Peter Malinauskas MP Premier of South Australia Senator The Hon Murray Watt Minister for the Environment and Water Lucy Hood MP South Australian Minister for Climate, Environment and Water A cattle station will be turned into a vital wetlands habitat and form part of a massively expanded national park, helping to protect endangered species, reduce
- [Thermal drone monitoring a promising way to monitor dolphin health](https://econews.com.au/thermal-drone-monitoring-a-promising-way-to-monitor-dolphin-health/) - Drone-based thermal imaging was used in this study to measure dolphin surface temperature and respiration rates. Photo: Dr Guido J. Parra/CEBEL Australia’s beloved dolphin populations face growing pressures from environmental changes and human activity, increasing the need for reliable, accessible and non-invasive tools to monitor their health and support conservation and management. In a new
- [Global marine attractions adopt Aussie recycled milk-cap souvenirs, helping save 28,000 more sea turtles](https://econews.com.au/global-marine-attractions-adopt-aussie-recycled-milk-cap-souvenirs-helping-save-28000-more-sea-turtles/) - E3 Products, a family-owned social enterprise born on Victoria’s Surf Coast, is taking its love of crafting sustainable holiday memories to the world, after securing a landmark partnership with SEA LIFE’s international aquarium network. The Torquay-based maker will supply 28,000 recycled-plastic souvenirs made from everyday milk-bottle lids – four of these lids are the same
- [Endangered quoll rediscovered on Cape York sanctuary after more than 80 years](https://econews.com.au/endangered-quoll-rediscovered-on-cape-york-sanctuary-after-more-than-80-years/) - General Northern Quoll. © Brad Leue.jpg An endangered Northern Quoll has been detected at Piccaninny Plains Wildlife Sanctuary, on Northern Kaanju Country, for the first time in more than eight decades, a powerful sign that targeted, science-led conservation is helping keep one of Australia’s most threatened marsupials hanging on. The quoll was captured on a motion-sensor camera on
- [Cracking the ‘long tail’ problem: new research targets hidden solar panel issue](https://econews.com.au/cracking-the-long-tail-problem-new-research-targets-hidden-solar-panel-issue/) - UNSW Sydney Around a fifth of solar panels examined in a new study fail much faster than expected and some may last for only half their anticipated lifetime. New research has uncovered a critical challenge in solar energy with the discovery that a considerable amount of solar panels degrade much more rapidly than expected. Experts
- [IAG Research Flags Safety Gap Amid Surge in Battery-Powered Devices](https://econews.com.au/iag-research-flags-safety-gap-amid-surge-in-battery-powered-devices/) - As lithium-ion devices including e-scooters, e-bikes and portable power banks become a staple in Australian homes, safety experts are warning of growing fire risks linked to untested products from online retailers that fail to meet Australian safety standards. With forecasts showing that by 2026, the average household will contain around 33 devices powered by lithium-ion batteries1, Australians are urged to buy from trusted suppliers and follow safe charging practices. Research to
- [Global EV charging infrastructure to reach 11 million units in 2030, forecasts GlobalData](https://econews.com.au/global-ev-charging-infrastructure-to-reach-11-million-units-in-2030-forecasts-globaldata/) - With electric vehicle (EV) adoption accelerating, driven by stricter government emissions regulations worldwide, the demand for a strong EV charging network is rapidly increasing. Countries such as the US and China have seen especially fast growth in EV uptake, supported by substantial public investment in charging infrastructure. The global EV charging infrastructure market is set
- [A good way for households to reduce pollution in our ecosystems](https://econews.com.au/a-good-way-for-households-to-reduce-pollution-in-our-ecosystems/) - A single laundry load containing synthetic clothing can release thousands of plastic microfibres from nylon, acrylic and polyester materials. Lab testing of an SA-made washing machine filter at Flinders University shows it can be a useful new way to help protect waterways from polyester and other synthetic microparticles. Flinders researchers are also developing a novel
- [The Forest Plan to End Deforestation](https://econews.com.au/the-forest-plan-to-end-deforestation/) - Initiative partners join Concita Sompré on stage at Global Citizen Festival: Amazônia. From left to right: Thibault Sorret (Equitable Earth); Gerald Prolman (Everland); Nicia Coutinho (Forest Trends); Concita Sompré (FEPIPA); Fernanda Ribeiro (Panthera); Ricardo Guimarães (BNP Paribas). Photo by Alexandre Schneider/Getty Images for Global Citizen Applying Prospectus-Level Discipline, Transparency, and Accountability 2025 Year-End Reflections and
- [Take the heat out of summer with a visit to the Sea Museum](https://econews.com.au/take-the-heat-out-of-summer-with-a-visit-to-the-sea-museum/) - Australian National Maritime Museum On until 1 February More Play. More Fun. One Big Summer Festival. With summer upon us, there’s a familiar, seasonal pull towards the water. The air is warmer, the days stretch out, and the city starts to shimmer with the promise of holidays. This year, the museum captures that feeling, with
- [Powering Safety This Christmas: SA Expands Embedded Battery Disposal with Four New Depots](https://econews.com.au/powering-safety-this-christmas-sa-expands-embedded-battery-disposal-with-four-new-depots/) - Collected vapes The Waste Management and Resource Recovery Association of Australia (WMRR) welcomes today’s announcement by South Australian (SA) Environment Minister, the Hon. Lucy Hood MP, confirming that four Household Hazardous Waste Depots will now accept products containing embedded batteries, including vapes. The expanded service at North Plympton, Heathfield, Campbelltown and Edinburgh North (NAWMA) builds on
- [Hanwha Energy Australia Secures Grid Connection Approval for  100MW Tangkam BESS](https://econews.com.au/hanwha-energy-australia-secures-grid-connection-approval-for-100mw-tangkam-bess/) - New BESS project set to deliver more reliable power for 150,000 Queenslanders Nectr’s sister company, Hanwha Energy Australia, has achieved a major milestone for its greenfield Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) located in Tangkam, Queensland, with grid connection approval from Powerlink Queensland now enabling the project to advance toward construction and integration with Queensland’s transmission network.
- [Local creatives making art from waste – exhibition open over school holidays.](https://econews.com.au/local-creatives-making-art-from-waste-exhibition-open-over-school-holidays/) - The 2025 Lake Mac Sustainable Neighbourhoods Waste to Art Exhibition is now on, displaying thought-provoking and beautiful artworks exploring issues of waste, litter and over consumption. Over 70 artworks, created by community members, artists, groups, and preschool groups from across the region are on display at two locations, Swansea and Charlestown Waste and plastic pollution has an enormous
- [“Green” on Paper, Underperforming in Reality: Why Buildings Still Miss Sustainability Targets](https://econews.com.au/green-on-paper-underperforming-in-reality-why-buildings-still-miss-sustainability-targets/) - Buildings are often green due to certificates, but not real-time performance, experts say Stalled demand, unclear returns, and weak measurement keep buildings off track, yet experts argue AI-driven optimisation can close all three gaps at once. The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has recently published its 2025 Sustainability Report, and the picture for green buildings
- [Karen soars with top Landcare award](https://econews.com.au/karen-soars-with-top-landcare-award/) - Landcare volunteer Karen Ayliffe helping her preschool charges with planting Ask Landcare veteran Karen Ayliffe what she enjoys about working her little patch of wilderness at Rankin Park and her words flow like poetry. “I love seeing the trees waving majestically in the breeze and hearing the many varieties of birds that use those trees,”
- [Red Goshawk nests found in the Kimberley](https://econews.com.au/red-goshawk-nests-found-in-the-kimberley/) - Red Goshawk female with young on Dambimangari Country. © Chris MacColl Traditional Owners and conservationists have made a remarkable breakthrough in the remote Kimberley region of Western Australia, discovering five nests belonging to Australia’s rarest bird of prey, the Red Goshawk. The new nests were found over just two days of targeted aerial surveys, making
- [EcoCeres Earns Prestigious RSB ICAO CORSIA Certification, Underscoring Global Leadership in Sustainable Aviation Fuel](https://econews.com.au/ecoceres-earns-prestigious-rsb-icao-corsia-certification-underscoring-global-leadership-in-sustainable-aviation-fuel/) - EcoCeres Inc., a leading pure-play renewable fuels producer, announced that it has attained certification under the RSB ICAO CORSIA scheme for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), a globally recognised standard aligned with the International Civil Aviation Organization’s Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA). The certification goes further than other CORSIA-eligible schemes to ensure
- [Australian Conservation NGO’s welcome renewed Government commitment to fund frontline Ranger ghost net patrols](https://econews.com.au/australian-conservation-ngos-welcome-renewed-government-commitment-to-fund-frontline-ranger-ghost-net-patrols/) - OceanEarth Foundation, on behalf of its GhostNets Australia program, has welcomed the Australian Government’s renewed commitment to fund Indigenous Ranger groups to continue removing ghost nets and other marine debris from northern Australia’s remote coastlines through the continuation of the Ghost Nets Initiative. Budget documents, released today, announced an expansion to the previous program, with
- [Commonwealth Bank of Australia to join the Energy Efficiency Council as an Industry Leader](https://econews.com.au/commonwealth-bank-of-australia-to-join-the-energy-efficiency-council-as-an-industry-leader/) - The Energy Efficiency Council (EEC) has welcomed the Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) to join the EEC as an Industry Leader member, recognising that finance is vital to helping households access efficiency and electrification technologies. The EEC Industry Leader membership is open to organisations that demonstrate a deep commitment to accelerating Australia’s transition to an efficient, electric
- [Epson now shipping samples of a new 16-bit microcontroller that offers low power and precise resistance measurement](https://econews.com.au/epson-now-shipping-samples-of-a-new-16-bit-microcontroller-that-offers-low-power-and-precise-resistance-measurement/) - S1C17W11 P-VQFN048-0707-0.50 The S1C17W11 offers multiple functions integrated on a single chip, including a boosted drive function for LEDs and buzzers Epson has developed and begun shipping samples of the S1C17W11, a new 16-bit microcontroller featuring low power consumption and high-precision resistance measurement capabilities. The growing aging population, expansion of home healthcare, increasing demand for
- [Six in 10 Aussies willing to shell out more for pre-peeled prawns this Christmas](https://econews.com.au/six-in-10-aussies-willing-to-shell-out-more-for-pre-peeled-prawns-this-christmas/) - New Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) research reveals time-poor families and younger generations are more inclined to outsource peeling duties, and more Gen Z and Millennials are checking their prawns are sustainably sourced. From backyard barbecues to beach picnics, prawns are a Christmas staple but this year, more Aussies are opting to skip the peeling and
- [Sustainability in 2026: what’s next for Australian businesses?](https://econews.com.au/sustainability-in-2026-whats-next-for-australian-businesses/) - By Lisa Zembrodt, Principal and Senior Director, SE Advisory Services, Schneider Electric. Australia’s sustainability landscape is evolving at its fastest pace yet. Encouragingly, we’re seeing an increased shift from climate ambition to climate action. With mandatory climate-related financial disclosures well underway, more organisations are moving beyond preparation to actively embedding sustainability into their business strategy.
- [Residents make major strides in recycling through Albury Return and Earn Depot](https://econews.com.au/residents-make-major-strides-in-recycling-through-albury-return-and-earn-depot/) - Albury Return and Earn Depot’s Heather Goesch and Bruce Forbes. Return and Earn Thanks to the incredible enthusiasm of the community, Albury locals have recycled an impressive 50 million bottles, cartons, and cans since the launch of the Albury Return and Earn Depot in April 2022. Albury Return and Earn Depot is operated by Billabong Recycling, who
- [Home batteries now four times the size as new installers enter the market](https://econews.com.au/home-batteries-now-four-times-the-size-as-new-installers-enter-the-market/) - Australians are investing in larger home battery set ups than ever before with data showing the average household is now opting for a 40kWh system, which is four times larger than the 10kWh batteries that dominated the market just 12 months ago. Leading Energy solutions provider VoltX Energy said there has been a marked shift in both
- [Statement on the National Electricity Market Wholesale Market Settings Review](https://econews.com.au/statement-on-the-national-electricity-market-wholesale-market-settings-review/) - Credit: Red Zeppelin OptiGrid, an Australian battery optimisation and trading intelligence platform built for the National Electricity Market (NEM), said the NEM wholesale market settings review highlights weaknesses in derivatives markets and the move from bulk energy towards shaping and firming capacity as states and territories consider whether to step outside the national market. The following quotes
- [Epson achieves Platinum Recognition in Responsible Business Practices](https://econews.com.au/epson-achieves-platinum-recognition-in-responsible-business-practices/) - Epson Precision Suzhou Co., Ltd. (EPSZ) Epson has announced that its production facility, Epson Precision Suzhou Co., Ltd. (EPSZ) has achieved Platinum Recognition under the Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) Validated Assessment Program (VAP), based on audits conducted by RBA-approved, independent third-party firms. This achievement underscores Epson’s commitment to corporate social responsibility (CSR) within the global
- [Virescent Ventures backs innovative Australian early-fault detection and bushfire prevention technology to scale globally](https://econews.com.au/virescent-ventures-backs-innovative-australian-early-fault-detection-and-bushfire-prevention-technology-to-scale-globally/) - Kristin Vaughan, Managing Partner of Virescent Ventures Virescent Ventures has announced that it is the Australian partner in an A$50 million funding round for Melbourne-based IND Technology, the leading global provider of 24/7 Early Fault Detection systems to utilities and grid operators around the world. IND Technology’s Australian-developed, world-leading technology detects the precursors to electrical failures in energy
- [Following ocean currents to predict and prevent seabird deaths](https://econews.com.au/following-ocean-currents-to-predict-and-prevent-seabird-deaths/) - Albatross chick with satellite tag. Kath Walker, Graeme Elliot A new study seeks to support conservation and management strategies by identifying zones of overlap between fishing and bird activity. Every year, thousands of seabirds die as unintended victims of commercial fishing – caught on hooks or becoming tangled in nets as they scavenge for food. An estimated
- [Extreme Fires Expose Critical Gaps in Grid Edge Visibility as AEMO Warns on CER and System Security](https://econews.com.au/extreme-fires-expose-critical-gaps-in-grid-edge-visibility-as-aemo-warns-on-cer-and-system-security/) - Credit: Matt Palmer Fires in New South Wales and Western Australia have validated the growing vulnerabilities in Australia’s low voltage (LV) electricity network, where approximately 73% of overhead cable infrastructure hosts very high levels of Consumer Energy Resources (CER) such as rooftop solar panels that are powering the grid. Across much of the low-voltage network,
- [10 “Quiet Escapes” Defining Intentional Travel in 2026](https://econews.com.au/10-quiet-escapes-defining-intentional-travel-in-2026/) - Travel is changing, and the data is in: 2026 is shaping up to be the year of quiet escapes, ultra-personalized retreats, and a decisive return to slower, more intentional journeys. Drawing on data compiled by the world’s leading hotel groups, travel firms, and trend forecasters, the industry is moving away from purely destination-focused lists and
- [Building Beyond Sustainability: How Nature Positive Design Can Transform Australia’s Future](https://econews.com.au/building-beyond-sustainability-how-nature-positive-design-can-transform-australias-future/) - By David Cummins, Managing Director of Future Property Group For too long, the built environment has treated sustainability as optional, constrained by weak regulation, limited understanding, competing investment priorities and most importantly, poor leadership from decision makers. Our failure to design with intention, to plan with foresight, to build with evidence and to innovate with courage
- [Australia’s First of its Kind Multi-user Electric Truck Charging Hub Opens in Sydney, Powering Woolworths Delivery Trucks](https://econews.com.au/australias-first-of-its-kind-multi-user-electric-truck-charging-hub-opens-in-sydney-powering-woolworths-delivery-trucks/) - Zenob?, a global leader in fleet electrification and battery storage solutions, today opened Australia’s first off-site electric truck charging hub, located in Mascot, Sydney. The hub is a landmark project in Australia’s transition to zero-emission transport. The Zenob? Mascot Hub features 22 DC fast chargers and parking for up to 44 light commercial trucks, powered
- [Putting workers’ rights at the heart of corporate accountability](https://econews.com.au/putting-workers-rights-at-the-heart-of-corporate-accountability/) - All stakeholders invited to shape labor standards that address systemic human rights challenges Standards to illuminate how organizations respond to disclosure expectations on crucial labor rights issues across the value chain are being updated, with a global consultation now underway. Launched on International Human Rights Day, this public comment period will conclude GRI’s review of all
- [Cheaper Home Batteries expansion a major win for households — but consumer protections and equity must remain front and centre](https://econews.com.au/cheaper-home-batteries-expansion-a-major-win-for-households-but-consumer-protections-and-equity-must-remain-front-and-centre/) - Solar Citizens welcomes the expansion of the Federal Government’s Cheaper Home Batteries program, which will see support grow to $7.2 billion over four years and enable more than two million Australian households to install home batteries by 2030. The expanded program builds on strong early uptake, with more than 155,000 households and small businesses already installing batteries in less than six months —
- [Waterbirds return this year, but amid long-term decline: aerial survey](https://econews.com.au/waterbirds-return-this-year-but-amid-long-term-decline-aerial-survey/) - Magpie geese on the Styzx River floodplain, NSW. Photo: UNSW Centre for Ecosystem Science UNSW Sydney New data released today from one of the world’s longest-running wildlife surveys show Australia’s waterbird population made a partial return after last year’s steep drop, but numbers remain well below historic levels. Researchers conducting the annual waterbird survey – led by
- [One of world’s largest reef restoration trials during Reef spawning](https://econews.com.au/one-of-worlds-largest-reef-restoration-trials-during-reef-spawning/) - The Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) has led one of the world’s largest reef restoration tests on a coral reef ecosystem during the recent mass spawning on the Great Barrier Reef. Photo by Gus Burrows, courtesy of AIMS. Australian Institute of Marine Science The Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) has led one of the
- [Droughts lasting longer across Australia, study shows](https://econews.com.au/droughts-lasting-longer-across-australia-study-shows/) - UNSW Sydney A study tracking not only the forces that drive drought but the damage it leaves behind has revealed that droughts have lasted longer in Australia in recent decades, especially in areas with the most people and farms. UNSW researchers analysed drought trends across Australia between 1911 and 2020 based on rainfall shortages and falling
- [Kyndryl and Microsoft Study Finds Over Half of Australian Organisations Highlight IT as a Key Enabler of Sustainability](https://econews.com.au/kyndryl-and-microsoft-study-finds-over-half-of-australian-organisations-highlight-it-as-a-key-enabler-of-sustainability/) - Strong executive focus, IT teams increasingly driving environmental outcomes, yet AI stewardship is down, ROI and data challenges stall progress Kyndryl, a leading provider of mission-critical enterprise technology services, in collaboration with Microsoft, today announced the Australian findings of the third annual Global Sustainability Barometer Study, conducted by Ecosystm. The study shows technology is now central to climate
- [Kuva Space Partners with WWF-Indonesia to Bring Hyperspectral Satellite Technology to Blue Carbon Verification and Sustainable Financing](https://econews.com.au/kuva-space-partners-with-wwf-indonesia-to-bring-hyperspectral-satellite-technology-to-blue-carbon-verification-and-sustainable-financing/) - The collaboration will apply Kuva Space’s climate data innovation, powered by hyperspectral satellites and AI, to track mangrove and seagrass growth, generating actionable insights to advance Indonesia’s blue carbon initiatives. Kuva Space, a leader in spaceborne hyperspectral technology, has partnered with the WWF-Indonesia (WWF-Indonesia) to launch an initiative that uses satellite data and AI to monitor and
- [Xpansiv Marks Milestones in Energy Transition Infrastructure Platform](https://econews.com.au/xpansiv-marks-milestones-in-energy-transition-infrastructure-platform/) - Xpansiv®, the leading infrastructure provider for the global energy transition markets, today announced strategic milestones in its development of a comprehensive, multi-asset platform for energy and environmental commodities. These milestones demonstrate Xpansiv’s swift progress in establishing a unified platform that empowers stakeholders with: Full Commodity Coverage: Xpansiv infrastructure spans the environmental commodity market spectrum, across
- [FERRERO AUSTRALIA WINS 2025 BANKSIA NSW SUSTAINABILITY AWARD](https://econews.com.au/ferrero-australia-wins-2025-banksia-nsw-sustainability-award/) - Chris Hinton, Managing Director, Ferrero Australia Lithgow Plant Ferrero’s Lithgow factory recognised as regional manufacturing leader Ferrero Australia has been named the winner of the Primary Industries and Regional Development Award in the Banksia Foundation’s 2025 NSW Sustainability Awards. The recognition highlights Ferrero’s leadership in sustainable regional manufacturing at its Lithgow factory, underpinned by innovation,
- [From Tiny Forests to Solar Asphalt – and a Young Climate Leader Making Global Waves](https://econews.com.au/from-tiny-forests-to-solar-asphalt-and-a-young-climate-leader-making-global-waves/) - 2025 NSW Sustainability Award Winners Announced at the National Maritime Museum Sydney, NSW – A teen climate visionary inspiring global action through music and storytelling, community groups cooling cities with miniature forests, and innovators turning old solar panels into road-grade asphalt were celebrated today at the 2025 NSW Sustainability Awards at the Australian National Maritime
- [New environmentally friendly solution to thwart marine fouling](https://econews.com.au/new-environmentally-friendly-solution-to-thwart-marine-fouling/) - Marine fouling triggers ongoing economic losses for the global shipping industry through detrimental effects on structures and vessels – but tests by Flinders University researchers on a new type of anti-foul coating reveal a solution that is not detrimental to the environment. Controlling marine fouling is complex, as many factors influence organism settlement on surfaces
- [Australia’s homes are powering the clean-energy shift](https://econews.com.au/australias-homes-are-powering-the-clean-energy-shift/) - Around two in five (41%) Australian households using gas intend to fully electrify their homes, according to the Telsyte Australian Smart Home Study 2024-2028. Interest in smart energy management is growing, with over 40% of Australians exploring intelligent home energy systems. Electrification is now being driven by households, reshaping how energy is generated, managed, and
- [Epson Selected to IAM’s 2025 Asia IP Elite](https://econews.com.au/epson-selected-to-iams-2025-asia-ip-elite/) - Epson’s Asia IP Elite 2025 award plaque Accelerating business growth and innovation through IP strategy Epson has been selected to be among “The 2025 Asia IP Elite” by Intellectual Asset Management (“IAM”), a global intellectual property media outlet. The Asia IP Elite recognises companies and organisations that excel in intellectual property value creation as determined
- [National research effort to turn carbon waste into industrial solutions launches](https://econews.com.au/national-research-effort-to-turn-carbon-waste-into-industrial-solutions-launches/) - Hub Director Professor Lian Zhang, from Monash’s Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, says Australia is facing an urgent need to better manage organic and carbon-based wastes that are landfilled, stockpiled or exported. Monash University A national research hub aimed at turning some of Australia’s toughest carbon wastes – from plastics and tyres to organic
- [New report finds industrial hemp in Australia and New Zealand approaching a coordinated growth phase](https://econews.com.au/new-report-finds-industrial-hemp-in-australia-and-new-zealand-approaching-a-coordinated-growth-phase/) - Industrial hemp in Australia and New Zealand is entering a more coordinated stage of development, with clearer demand signals from construction, fibre and food – alongside increasing pressure for regulatory alignment and expanded processing capacity. A new report by the Australian Hemp Council (AHC) and the New Zealand Hemp Industries Association (NZHIA) outlines how both
- [Trex Unveils Cooler Decking: Trex Select® with SunComfortable™ Technology Lands in Australia](https://econews.com.au/trex-unveils-cooler-decking-trex-select-with-suncomfortable-technology-lands-in-australia/) - Outdoor living in Australia has been given a fresh lift in comfort and design with the launch of Trex Select®, the industry’s first mid-tier composite decking to offer heat-mitigation*. Trex, the world’s largest manufacturer of high-performance, low-maintenance wood-alternative decking and residential railing, has expanded its range with new boards crafted for local style preferences and Australian climate
- [Plico Appoints New Chief Operating Officer to Drive National Growth](https://econews.com.au/plico-appoints-new-chief-operating-officer-to-drive-national-growth/) - Alan Reid – Chief Operations Officer Leading Australian clean energy company Plico has announced the appointment of Alan Reid as its new Chief Operations Officer, marking a key milestone in the company’s national expansion and commitment to delivering cleaner, more affordable and resilient energy solutions for all Australians. Reid, who commenced in the role last month and
- [As Australia’s Social Media Minimum Age Ban Begins, Scouts Gives Families an Opportunity to Reset and Reconnect](https://econews.com.au/as-australias-social-media-minimum-age-ban-begins-scouts-gives-families-an-opportunity-to-reset-and-reconnect/) - With Australia’s new restrictions on social media for young people coming into force, Scouts Victoria says the change offers families something they have been craving for years: a reason to step away from screens and rediscover real-world connection. Chief Commissioner Rod Byrnes says the ban arrives at the right moment. “Parents tell us they feel
- [Mine site waste need not be a dirty word as experts look for new solutions](https://econews.com.au/mine-site-waste-need-not-be-a-dirty-word-as-experts-look-for-new-solutions/) - Professor Sarah Harmer, from the College of Science and Engineering at Flinders University Thousands of open cut mines lie abandoned worldwide, while more stringent mine site rehabilitation laws in Australia are paving the way for improved long-term restoration efforts. Starting from the ground-up, Flinders University experts are analysing waste materials, or tailings, from multiple mines
- [TREAD SOFTLY INVITES AUSTRALIANS TO WIN THE ULTIMATE ADVENTURE](https://econews.com.au/tread-softly-invites-australians-to-win-the-ultimate-adventure/) - From vineyard to voyage – Tread Softly celebrates milestone by giving shoppers the chance to win a trip to the most untouched place on earth. The wine that’s planted nearly three million trees – and counting – is inviting Australians to win the Ultimate Adventure to the most untouched place on Earth. With nearly three million trees planted
- [Tech Innovator 1receipt Deploys ‘rShield®’ Privacy Wall as Officeworks Integration Goes Live](https://econews.com.au/tech-innovator-1receipt-deploys-rshield-privacy-wall-as-officeworks-integration-goes-live/) - Australian Fintech company 1receipt has deployed its sharpest release to date (v2.9), securing Officeworks as the second major retailer certified on its platform. This milestone introduces the next generation of the company’s ‘rShield®’ privacy protocol, effectively eliminating paper receipts and setting a new standard for shopper data protection at the point of sale. Addressing the
- [University of Sydney publishes world-first nature-related financial disclosure](https://econews.com.au/university-of-sydney-publishes-world-first-nature-related-financial-disclosure/) - Disclosure shows how nature can be valued, protected and embedded in decisions, investments and long-term strategy. The University of Sydney has become the first university in the world to publish a nature-related financial disclosure aligned with the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD), setting a new global benchmark for how the higher education sector can
- [Vena Energy Breaks Ground on 408 MWh Battery Energy Storage System in South Australia](https://econews.com.au/vena-energy-breaks-ground-on-408-mwh-battery-energy-storage-system-in-south-australia/) - Vena Energy’s Tailem Bend 3 BESS will sit adjacent to the existing Tailem Bend Hybrid Project BESS (pictured). Vena Energy, the renewable energy arm of Vena Group and a major green energy solutions provider across the Asia-Pacific region, has commenced construction of a 408 Megawatt-hour (MWh) Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Tailem Bend, South Australia, marking
- [Hatching plans: Australia’s reach for global circularity rate and $26 billion boost](https://econews.com.au/hatching-plans-australias-reach-for-global-circularity-rate-and-26-billion-boost/) - Hatch’s Managing Director for Climate Change, Jan Kwak Australia could gain a $26 billion boost through resource re-use but offshore processing is still a barrier Meanwhile, the nation’s 4.6% circularity rate is well below the 8% global average Global mining consultancy Hatch says Australia must build domestic processing and operational systems to close the circularity
- [NGV Gala meets Op-Shop: Dee Salmin elevates pre-loved style in upcycled Vinnies Victoria lace](https://econews.com.au/ngv-gala-meets-op-shop-dee-salmin-elevates-pre-loved-style-in-upcycled-vinnies-victoria-lace/) - Dee Salmin (L) attends the NGV Gala 2025 at the opening of the Westwood | Kawakubo exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria on December 06, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images for NGV) Dee Salmin, Australian radio presenter and producer for Triple J, will attend tonight’s NGV Gala wearing a custom-made
- [Catalysing Impact Unlocks $3.77m for Climate & Inclusion Enterprises](https://econews.com.au/catalysing-impact-unlocks-3-77m-for-climate-inclusion-enterprises/) - QBE Foundation and Social Impact Hub celebrate the successful conclusion of the first year of Catalysing Impact, a new initiative designed to accelerate the growth and impact of Australian purpose-driven businesses and impact enterprises focused on climate resilience and inclusion. In its inaugural year, the program has helped unlock a total of AU$3.77 million in funding
- [Household electrification is surest way to reduce energy costs – new Energy Commission report](https://econews.com.au/household-electrification-is-surest-way-to-reduce-energy-costs-new-energy-commission-report/) - Solar Citizens welcomes the finding in the latest Residential Electricity Price Trends report that speeding up the rollout of renewable energy, including rooftop solar, battery storage and home electrification – is the surest way to reduce electricity prices. The report released by the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) today, finds that renewable energy and batteries drive
- [Where rubber meets the road: Old tyres are key to building tougher roads](https://econews.com.au/where-rubber-meets-the-road-old-tyres-are-key-to-building-tougher-roads/) - CDU PhD candidate Ramin Shahbazi is investigating the impact of using recycled tyres in bitumen to build tougher roads. Charles Darwin University Almost half of the Northern Territory’s worn-out tyres end up in landfills – with the rest exported interstate for recycling – but a study led by Charles Darwin University (CDU) is repurposing the
- [Tech Sector Growth Under Threat Without Value Chain Sustainability, New Nature Report Finds](https://econews.com.au/tech-sector-growth-under-threat-without-value-chain-sustainability-new-nature-report-finds/) - The technology sector could unlock $800 billion in value by 2030 if tech companies reduce their negative impacts on natural systems and dependencies on natural resources. Data centre projects have been blocked or delayed in recent years because of community opposition. Tech companies are urged to act now by following several practical steps – addressing
- [Key digital initiatives could save oil and gas industry over $320 billion](https://econews.com.au/key-digital-initiatives-could-save-oil-and-gas-industry-over-320-billion/) - By Rystad Energy Digital innovation is rapidly emerging as a defining force for the oilfield services (OFS) sector as it adapts to changing market conditions, creating opportunities for steady, long-term growth. Rystad Energy predicts that in the next five years, the oil and gas industry could save more than $320 billion by further digitalizing operations
- [Solahart achieves fifth Hot Water Systems win for customer satisfaction in Canstar Blue Awards](https://econews.com.au/solahart-achieves-fifth-hot-water-systems-win-for-customer-satisfaction-in-canstar-blue-awards/) - Australia’s solar pioneer retains category’s most satisfied customers for third year running. Australia’s original solar brand, Solahart, has once again cemented its industry-leading position for customer satisfaction in the 2025 Canstar Blue Hot Water Systems category, outperforming seven other rated brands. This achievement marks Solahart’s third consecutive year of being awarded ‘Most Satisfied Customers’ for Hot Water
- [From Local Beaches to the UN Stage: How Aussie Surf Clubs Are Leading the Charge on Climate Resilience](https://econews.com.au/from-local-beaches-to-the-un-stage-how-aussie-surf-clubs-are-leading-the-charge-on-climate-resilience/) - Australia’s surf lifesavers have long been the guardians of the nation’s coastline, battling treacherous waves to keep communities safe. Now, a new partnership is helping them face a different challenge: rising energy costs and climate volatility. Australia’s iconic Surf Life Saving Clubs (SLSCs) are embracing a new wave of sustainability, powered by Anker SOLIX X1.
- [The Uneven Race Against Heat](https://econews.com.au/the-uneven-race-against-heat/) - Curlew Sandpiper Credit: Photographer Ryan Barnaby Why Australia’s Shorebirds Are Evolving in Real-Time By Sarah Hard While politicians debate climate policy, Australia’s wildlife is engaged in a silent, desperate race against the heat – and new research shows that some populations are literally evolving their body shape to survive. A major study from Deakin University,
- [Myriota announces General Availability for HyperPulse™, the world’s first commercial 5G Non-Terrestrial Network engineered for IoT](https://econews.com.au/myriota-announces-general-availability-for-hyperpulse-the-worlds-first-commercial-5g-non-terrestrial-network-engineered-for-iot/) - Ben Cade, CEO of Myriota The service is launching in Australia, Brazil, Mexico, Saudi Arabia and the United States Myriota, a global leader in space-enabled Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity, today announces the General Availability of its HyperPulse 5G Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN), a global, highly scalable connectivity platform that makes it simple for industry partners to build,
- [A Greener Christmas: Sustainable gifts that won’t end up in landfill](https://econews.com.au/a-greener-christmas-sustainable-gifts-that-wont-end-up-in-landfill/) - This Christmas, WaterAid Australia is encouraging you to rethink traditional gift-giving and choose a present that has no waste, minimal carbon impact and lifechanging benefits for communities around the world, Gifts for Life. This Christmas, WaterAid Australia is encouraging you to rethink traditional gift-giving and choose a present that has no waste, minimal carbon impact
- [ARRC Gold Coast completes acquisition of Yatala organics facility, securing long term regional recycling capacity](https://econews.com.au/arrc-gold-coast-completes-acquisition-of-yatala-organics-facility-securing-long-term-regional-recycling-capacity/) - Phoenix Recycling General Manager with Cr Hammel at ARRC Organics newly purchased site ARRC Gold Coast has finalised the acquisition of Phoenix Power Recyclers (PPR) in Yatala, marking a major milestone in delivering the Advanced Resource Recovery Centre (ARRC) and securing long-term organics recycling capacity for the Gold Coast and the wider South-East Queensland region.
- [As Australia retires coal, SMA says grid-forming solutions are key to a secure, renewable future.](https://econews.com.au/as-australia-retires-coal-sma-says-grid-forming-solutions-are-key-to-a-secure-renewable-future/) - John Alexander, Managing Director of Large Scale Solutions at SMA Australia As coal-fired power stations retire and renewable energy ramps up, Australia’s electricity grid faces new stability challenges. SMA Australia has welcomed the release of AEMO’s 2025 Transition Plan for System Security, which outlines a clear, staged roadmap to address these challenges and secure the
- [AEMO’s warning – generation progress will amount to nothing and hit consumers hard if it cannot be distributed](https://econews.com.au/aemos-warning-generation-progress-will-amount-to-nothing-and-hit-consumers-hard-if-it-cannot-be-distributed/) - Tom Gooch, VP Commercial, Neara By Tom Gooch, VP Commercial, Neara “AEMO’s latest warning on the long-term stability of Australia’s energy network beyond Eraring’s closure has made one thing clear. Though we’ve made good progress on the generation side of the energy transition equation, the constraint on Australia’s energy transition has shifted to the grid.
- [Epson exhibits at the world’s largest specialised robot exhibition, International Robot Exhibition 2025](https://econews.com.au/epson-exhibits-at-the-worlds-largest-specialised-robot-exhibition-international-robot-exhibition-2025/) - Graphic of the Epson booth at the International Robot Exhibition 2025 Showcasing innovative technologies for the automotive, EV, retail, life sciences and food industries Epson is exhibiting at the International Robot Exhibition 2025, held at Tokyo Big Sight from December 3-6, under the theme “Accelerating the Future with Robotics and Technology.” In addition to advancements
- [The Multi-Trillion Dollar Growth Opportunity: New Report Shows Green Economy Expected to Surpass $7 Trillion in Annual Value by 2030](https://econews.com.au/the-multi-trillion-dollar-growth-opportunity-new-report-shows-green-economy-expected-to-surpass-7-trillion-in-annual-value-by-2030/) - The global green economy has surpassed $5 trillion and is projected to exceed $7 trillion annually by 2030, creating an abundance of growth opportunities for businesses worldwide. New report reveals that green revenues are growing twice as fast as conventional revenues on average, while companies involved in green markets often secure cheaper capital and typically
- [Rare meat-eating plant discovered an hour outside of Perth](https://econews.com.au/rare-meat-eating-plant-discovered-an-hour-outside-of-perth/) - Drosera silvicola found at Pauna Wildlife Sanctuary. © Thilo Alexander Krueger Just an hour outside of Perth, conservationists have uncovered a large patch of Drosera silvicola, one of Western Australia’s rarest carnivorous plants. The significant find offers hope for the species which until now was known from only two other vulnerable populations in south west WA. A team
- [Sustainable Markets Initiative Hosts Landmark Private Capital Mobilization Convening in London, with a report back session attended by His Majesty King Charles III](https://econews.com.au/sustainable-markets-initiative-hosts-landmark-private-capital-mobilization-convening-in-london-with-a-report-back-session-attended-by-his-majesty-king-charles-iii/) - Yesterday, the Sustainable Markets Initiative hosted a gathering of Heads of States and Government, the Presidents of major multilateral development banks and leading development finance institutions, and chief executives from the world’s most influential banks, asset owners, insurers, alongside energy and infrastructure companies. The shared mission is clear and urgent: to turn the transition to
- [New documentary trailer with Simon Baker launches Final Fight for the Bight campaign for World Heritage protection](https://econews.com.au/new-documentary-trailer-with-simon-baker-launches-final-fight-for-the-bight-campaign-for-world-heritage-protection/) - A new film project, ‘Final Fight for the Bight: Legacy’, today releases a powerful spec trailer narrated by acclaimed Australian actor and surfer Simon Baker, shining a global spotlight on the Nullarbor and Great Australian Bight and calling for UNESCO World Heritage protection. The trailer marks the public relaunch of a major campaign led by Surfers for Climate and
- [To compete globally, Australia must rethink the foundations of industrial automation](https://econews.com.au/to-compete-globally-australia-must-rethink-the-foundations-of-industrial-automation/) - By Carlos Urbano, Vice President – Industry, Schneider Electric Australia’s manufacturing sector is at a pivotal moment. Competitive pressure, sustainability expectations, energy costs, and a new wave of digital tools are converging, exposing the limits of the automation approaches that have defined industrial production for decades. Across industry, conversations are shifting. Manufacturers no longer ask
- [Sunway Hotels & Resorts Partners with Saxon Renewables to Let Guests Take Control of their Carbon Emissions](https://econews.com.au/sunway-hotels-resorts-partners-with-saxon-renewables-to-let-guests-take-control-of-their-carbon-emissions/) - Landmark collaboration enables eco-conscious travellers to contribute directly to certified carbon offsetting projects and drive real climate action Sunway Hotels & Resorts, the Malaysian-owned hospitality group with 11 hotels across Malaysia, Cambodia, and Vietnam, has partnered with Saxon Renewables, Asia’s trusted climate solutions partner, to launch a Voluntary Guest Carbon Offset Programme that empowers eco-conscious
- [Six business skills you’ll need to succeed in 2026 – CPA Australia](https://econews.com.au/six-business-skills-youll-need-to-succeed-in-2026-cpa-australia/) - Gavan Ord, Business Investment and International Lead, CPA Australia. CPA Australia Australia’s biggest accounting body, CPA Australia, has outlined six key skills that business and finance professionals will need to succeed in 2026 and beyond. CPA Australia’s Business Investment Lead, Gavan Ord, said technology, regulation and stakeholder expectations are reshaping how organisations and the accounting
- [Southern Annular Mode in most positive state in 1,000 years, review finds](https://econews.com.au/southern-annular-mode-in-most-positive-state-in-1000-years-review-finds/) - Key physical SAM impacts across the Southern Ocean and Antarctica Monash University A new scientific review has revealed that the Southern Annular Mode (SAM), the Southern Hemisphere’s most influential climate driver, is now in its most positive state in over 1,000 years. If greenhouse gas emissions continue to rise, this positive state is projected to
- [Powering Australia’s Future: Smarter renewable energy projects and sustainable outcomes](https://econews.com.au/powering-australias-future-smarter-renewable-energy-projects-and-sustainable-outcomes/) - SoHyun Kang, Regional Managing Director for Asia Pacific By SoHyun Kang, Regional Managing Director for Asia Pacific, and Lucila Dotto, Global Head of Sustainability Australia’s clean energy transition is no longer a choice — it’s a necessity. With climate change accelerating and energy costs putting pressure on households, we must deliver renewable energy projects that
- [Epson celebrates a 50-year legacy with progress in sustainable innovation](https://econews.com.au/epson-celebrates-a-50-year-legacy-with-progress-in-sustainable-innovation/) - 2025 sees Epson celebrate 50 years since the creation of the company’s brand. With origins in Japanese precision watchmaking, Epson has continually pushed the boundaries of efficient, compact and precise technology – while upholding its founding principles of integrity, effort, creativity and challenge. Today, Epson is globally recognised for printers, projectors and other technologies that
- [Here’s the funkiest way to save dollars on groceries – and support the farmers through this storm season](https://econews.com.au/heres-the-funkiest-way-to-save-dollars-on-groceries-and-support-the-farmers-through-this-storm-season/) - Funky Food founder Kamran Kasaei-Nejad. Funky Food delivers fresh, cosmetically “imperfect” fruit and vegetables directly to households. Funky Food Cosmetically quirky, financially smart, environmentally fabulous It’s no secret that Australians are feeling the pinch at the grocery checkout. Then, couple these rising prices with this mind-blowing fact: the average household wastes 4kg of food each week, costing
- [Happy 8th birthday to Return and Earn](https://econews.com.au/happy-8th-birthday-to-return-and-earn/) - Return and Earn is celebrating the recycling scheme’s 8th birthday. Return and Earn Return and Earn today celebrates eight years of rewarding NSW communities for recycling and making a positive impact. An astounding 14.7 billion drink containers have been returned for the 10c refund since Return and Earn began on 1 December 2017. The much-loved scheme is
- [Innovation changing the way we manage bushfire risk](https://econews.com.au/innovation-changing-the-way-we-manage-bushfire-risk/) - “Advancements in drone technology allowing Essential Energy asset inspectors to find network defects early” Bringing together technology and teamwork to protect regional, rural and remote New South Wales As bushfire seasons become longer and more unpredictable, Essential Energy is turning to new technology and research partnerships to help manage the risks communities face across regional,
- [Fowles Wine activates $500K grant to go into bat for Aussie viticulture, safeguarding against costly pests](https://econews.com.au/fowles-wine-activates-500k-grant-to-go-into-bat-for-aussie-viticulture-safeguarding-against-costly-pests/) - Fowles Wine is gaining momentum with its pioneering ‘BatNav’ natural pest control system that could transform farming practices globally and ultimately save Australia’s wine industry $50 million per annum – with a new online docuseries following its fascinating journey. Watch the BatNav trailer here. Fowles Wine hasn’t wasted any time putting its $500,000 Coles Nurture Fund
- [Vodafone and MobileMuster team up to tackle e-waste as unused tech piles up](https://econews.com.au/vodafone-and-mobilemuster-team-up-to-tackle-e-waste-as-unused-tech-piles-up/) - Australians generate around 500,000 tonnes of unused technology each year, but uncertainty over how to dispose of it continues to fuel the nation’s e-waste crisis, which is nearly triple the global average. New figures from MobileMuster reveal that there are more than 23 million mobile phones estimated to be sitting idle in drawers in homes nationwide, with
- [Heating up: Geothermal investment set for 20% annual rise through 2030](https://econews.com.au/heating-up-geothermal-investment-set-for-20-annual-rise-through-2030/) - By Rystad Energy Global geothermal investment is entering a period of accelerated growth, with capital expenditure (capex) expected to climb about 20% annually through 2030, according to Rystad Energy’s latest geothermal economics model. This momentum comes as geothermal energy, produced by tapping heat from deep within the earth, is no longer defined only by mature
- [At the Intersection of Sustainability and Financial Markets](https://econews.com.au/at-the-intersection-of-sustainability-and-financial-markets/) - Amplify Your Authentic Sustainability Story. In the ‘APAC’ market, merely doing the right thing behind closed doors is no longer enough. Stakeholders demand transparent, verified proof of ESG progress, and your complex achievements must cut through the noise to build trust and capture market opportunity. Sustainable Markets’ Media & Content Authority, powered by the credible reach of EcoVoice & EcoNews,
- [Inner West Council to host second Repair Day after record community turnout](https://econews.com.au/inner-west-council-to-host-second-repair-day-after-record-community-turnout/) - Following the overwhelming success of Inner West Council’s inaugural Repair Day in August – where residents brought in more than 112 items to be fixed in a single day – the Inner West Sustainability Hub is gearing up for another celebration of repair, reuse and community creativity. On Saturday 29 November, from 10am–3pm, residents are invited to the Inner West
- [Data centers turn to oceans and space amid surging AI-driven energy demand, says GlobalData](https://econews.com.au/data-centers-turn-to-oceans-and-space-amid-surging-ai-driven-energy-demand-says-globaldata/) - The growing popularity of artificial intelligence (AI), cloud services, and digital applications is driving unprecedented demand for computing power, placing huge pressure on traditional land-based data centers. To alleviate some of this pressure and meet the needs of increasingly complex AI workloads, alternative environments must be explored. Oceans and space offer abundant cooling, energy, and
- [CENTURY YUASA JOINS NATIONAL EFFORT TO RESTORE THE GREAT BARRIER REEF](https://econews.com.au/century-yuasa-joins-national-effort-to-restore-the-great-barrier-reef/) - New partnership with Greening Australia strengthens industry-led environmental action Century Yuasa Batteries (CYB) is taking its environmental commitment to the next level by partnering with leading conservation organisation Greening Australia, supporting efforts to restore critical ecosystems and improve water quality across the Great Barrier Reef catchment. The collaboration sees CYB throw its support behind Reef
- [‘Ripple effects’: support soars for dark sky haven](https://econews.com.au/ripple-effects-support-soars-for-dark-sky-haven/) - Milky Way Credit: Dr Ken Wishaw As the movement to establish a Dark Sky Reserve in the Sunshine Coast hinterland forges ahead, residents say they are willing to help reduce light pollution for our region’s environment, unique character, health and wellbeing. In the latest round of community consultation on the journey to establish the proposed
- [Coffee waste helps make lower carbon concrete](https://econews.com.au/coffee-waste-helps-make-lower-carbon-concrete/) - Bird’s eye view of a coffee concrete footpath being laid along a busy road in Pakenham. Credit: HiVis Pictures RMIT University RMIT researchers are advancing new ways to cut the carbon footprint of infrastructure by turning everyday organic waste into useful construction materials. A life-cycle analysis has shown, for the first time, that biochar made
- [Purearth Foods pioneers first software-led UPS deployment in ANZ beverage manufacturing with Schneider Electric](https://econews.com.au/purearth-foods-pioneers-first-software-led-ups-deployment-in-anz-beverage-manufacturing-with-schneider-electric/) - Schneider Electric has partnered with Purearth Foods for a first-of-its-kind power infrastructure upgrade in ANZ’s beverage sector The project delivers a software-led, fully managed UPS system via Schneider’s Secure Power as a Service (SPaaS) model Purearth Foods benefits from improved resilience, reliability and scalability with no upfront capital investment The service model enables long-term, sustainable
- [SMARTGROUP UNVEILS NEW COMMITMENTS IN 2028 SUSTAINABILITY STRATEGY](https://econews.com.au/smartgroup-unveils-new-commitments-in-2028-sustainability-strategy/) - Leading Australian salary packaging, novated lease and fleet management provider Smartgroup has launched its 2028 sustainability strategy, strengthening its commitment to driving positive impact for people and the environment. Smartgroup—which operates brands including SmartTM, Smartfleet, Autopia and AccessPay—offers salary packaging to 2.4 million potential customers across its existing clients, including those working in essential frontline
- [AGED CARE AND HEALTH SECTOR EMBRACE NEW ERA OF DESIGN INNOVATION](https://econews.com.au/aged-care-and-health-sector-embrace-new-era-of-design-innovation/) - AGED CARE ACT 2025 USHERS IN NEXT GENERATION OF AGED CARE DESIGN PRINCIPLES Architects and designers across Australia are embracing a new era of innovation as the Aged Care Act 2025 reshapes the built environment across the aged care sector. Full implementation of the Act took place on 1st November, and a transformative shift is underway in
- [Essential Energy supports RACE for 2030 project to advance microgrid development](https://econews.com.au/essential-energy-supports-race-for-2030-project-to-advance-microgrid-development/) - RACE for 2030 is pleased to announce the launch of an innovative project focused on the development of connected and islandable microgrids within the Australian distribution network. In collaboration with the project’s key partners, Essential Energy and the University of New South Wales (UNSW), the project is developing islandable microgrids, that aim to improve security of
- [Another day – Another Dangerous Fire](https://econews.com.au/another-day-another-dangerous-fire/) - Another day, another dangerous fire on board a waste collection vehicle — this time in the heart of Adelaide’s CBD. While the public sees the flashing lights, those working across Australia’s waste and resource recovery (WARR) industry know this story far too well. Lithium-ion battery fires are escalating, putting workers, trucks, and essential infrastructure at
- [New grants to boost community energy action](https://econews.com.au/new-grants-to-boost-community-energy-action/) - Penny Sharpe Minister for Climate Change Minister for Energy Minister for the Environment Minister for Heritage Leader of the Government in the Legislative Council The Minns Labor Government has launched a new $5 million grant program to help community energy groups and not-for-profit organisations help more households to cut energy costs, adopt renewable technologies and
- [Property industry hails deal to pass environmental law reform as a win for business and environment](https://econews.com.au/property-industry-hails-deal-to-pass-environmental-law-reform-as-a-win-for-business-and-environment/) - The Property Council of Australia has welcomed the agreement to progress long-overdue reforms to the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation (EPBC) Act, expected to pass the Senate today. Property Council Group Executive Policy and Advocacy Matthew Kandelaars said passage of the reforms will boost the supply of homes and industrial precincts and strengthen environmental protections.
- [AMPYR Australia and InCommodities sign 15 year battery storage agreement for the Bulabul BESS Project](https://econews.com.au/ampyr-australia-and-incommodities-sign-15-year-battery-storage-agreement-for-the-bulabul-bess-project/) - AMPYR Australia has today announced the signing of a 15-year battery storage agreement with global energy trading company, InCommodities, for the Bulabul Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Wellington, New South Wales. InCommodities and AMPYR have agreed to a partnership worth in excess of $300 million for up to 15 years across battery projects. This is InCommodities’
- [Epson collaborates with The Social Outfit to support an ethical and sustainable fashion industry](https://econews.com.au/epson-collaborates-with-the-social-outfit-to-support-an-ethical-and-sustainable-fashion-industry/) - (l-r) Epson Australia environment and sustainability manager Fatida Un, The Social Outfit ambassador Bianca Spender, Epson A/NZ corporate marketing manager Priscilla Dickason and The Social Outfit CEO Amy Low This week in an event that launched The Social Outfit’s latest Resort collection featuring designs made with fabric digitally printed on an Epson Monna Lisa ML-8000
- [WA Clean-Tech Startup Li-ion Energy Wins National Sustainability Honor](https://econews.com.au/wa-clean-tech-startup-li-ion-energy-wins-national-sustainability-honor/) - Western Australian clean-tech startup Li-ion Energy has been named the national winner in the Promoting Sustainability category at the Telstra’s Best of Business Awards 2025, recognised for its groundbreaking work in tackling one of Australia’s fastest-growing environmental challenges: lithium battery waste. Co-founded by Sarai Ball and Justin Manton, Li-ion Energy began simply in a garage
- [SAP and UNESCO Partner to Launch AI-Assisted Disaster Risk Management System in Solomon Islands](https://econews.com.au/sap-and-unesco-partner-to-launch-ai-assisted-disaster-risk-management-system-in-solomon-islands/) - SAP SE (NYSE: SAP) today announced that the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) has selected advanced disaster risk management system EDiSON for use in the Solomon Islands. The system was developed by SAP Japan and INSPIRATION PLUS, a venture from Oita University focused on disaster prevention. EDiSON, which runs on SAP Business Technology Platform, exemplifies how intelligent
- [Shark Conservation Advances at International Atlantic Tuna Conference](https://econews.com.au/shark-conservation-advances-at-international-atlantic-tuna-conference/) - © Heidi Bruce Fishing nations agree to protect basking and white sharks, cut mako quotas, and improve compliance process After a record number of proposals focused on sharks, this year’s meeting of the International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas (ICCAT) ended with new protections for basking and white sharks, reduced catch limits for South
- [Carbon280 launches seed funding round to accelerate natural hydrogen commercialisation following H2EX agreement](https://econews.com.au/carbon280-launches-seed-funding-round-to-accelerate-natural-hydrogen-commercialisation-following-h2ex-agreement/) - The pioneering technology unlocking natural hydrogen, is now turning the resource into a lucrative reality Carbon280, the Perth-based materials-engineering company developing next-generation hydrogen separation, storage and transport solutions, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with natural hydrogen explorer H2EX The agreement follows Carbon280’s successful presentation of its Hydrilyte® technology at the Australian Natural Hydrogen Conference, where the
- [Wheels in motion for bicycle recycling event](https://econews.com.au/wheels-in-motion-for-bicycle-recycling-event/) - Council Sustainability Engagement Officer Thomas Michel and Cheeky Bikes mechanic Fraser McQueen tune a bike at Speers Point Park Cycling and recycling are set to ride in tandem as Lake Macquarie City Council wheels out the ultimate circular economy event on Sunday 30 November at Speers Point Park. The inaugural Great Bicycle Recycle is a
- [Alta Technology announces advancements in Battery Electric Tender technology](https://econews.com.au/alta-technology-announces-advancements-in-battery-electric-tender-technology/) - Alta Battery Technology has made several technical advancements to its Battery Electric Tender (BET) system, demonstrating that practical, scalable rail decarbonisation is achievable with existing locomotive fleets. The refinements, developed through work on the ARENA-funded project with Aurizon, position the BET as a commercially viable solution that can be deployed years ahead of fully electric alternatives. Alta’s
- [Australia’s first National Feedstock Roundtable charts path to unlock additional $10 billion for Australia’s Ag sector in supporting new low carbon industry](https://econews.com.au/australias-first-national-feedstock-roundtable-charts-path-to-unlock-additional-10-billion-for-australias-ag-sector-in-supporting-new-low-carbon-industry/) - Bioenergy Australia CEO Shahana McKenzie New analysis from over 50 representatives from the agriculture, waste, energy and government sectors unveiled key recommendations to boost policy, investment and data frameworks for scaling low-carbon fuels and gas production. Australia has the resources to power a thriving low-carbon fuels and renewable gas industry, with new analysis highlighting the
- [COP30 SAW THE OCEAN RISING, BUT THE DEEP SEA REMAINS IN THE MARGINS](https://econews.com.au/cop30-saw-the-ocean-rising-but-the-deep-sea-remains-in-the-margins/) - @ Alexander Semenov As COP30 concluded in Belém, Brazil, a noticeable shift in broad ocean ambition was observed. However, the deep sea – one of our planet’s most vital carbon stores and a key climate regulator – remained largely absent from the negotiations. Brazil, the host country, integrated the ocean into its Nationally Determined Contribution
- [PENINSULA HOT SPRINGS WINS AWARD AS BEST LUXURY HOT SPRINGS IN THE WORLD](https://econews.com.au/peninsula-hot-springs-wins-award-as-best-luxury-hot-springs-in-the-world/) - Peninsula Hot Springs has once again cemented its position as a global leader in wellness, being awarded Best Luxury Hot Springs – Global Winner at the prestigious World Luxury Spa Awards 2025. This international honour recognises the destination’s unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation and guest experience, celebrating its dedication to redefining holistic wellbeing on the world stage. The
- [BoardPro and the Institute of Community Directors Australia Partner to Strengthen Governance Across the Community and Non Profit Sector](https://econews.com.au/boardpro-and-the-institute-of-community-directors-australia-partner-to-strengthen-governance-across-the-community-and-non-profit-sector/) - BoardPro and the Institute of Community Directors Australia (ICDA), have announced a new partnership aimed at strengthening governance practices across Australia’s community and not-for-profit sectors. The partnership brings together ICDA’s trusted training and governance network with BoardPro’s purpose-built board management software, offering practical tools, resources, and insights that help boards operate efficiently, make informed decisions, and manage sensitive information securely.
- [Rare mineral by-products offer sustainable boost to concrete innovation](https://econews.com.au/rare-mineral-by-products-offer-sustainable-boost-to-concrete-innovation/) - Dr Aliakbar Gholampour from Flinders University’s College of Science and Engineering has uncovered promising applications for a rare earth by-product in concrete production. Flinders University researchers are turning mining waste into a powerful tool for sustainable construction – proving that superior construction materials can be developed from unlikely sources. In a major building block that could
- [Malaysia’s Disability-Led Regenerative Agriculture Model Featured at LWA–G20 Webinar on Africa’s Green Ambition](https://econews.com.au/malaysias-disability-led-regenerative-agriculture-model-featured-at-lwa-g20-webinar-on-africas-green-ambition/) - By Prof. Dr. Billy Tang Chee Seng Founder & CEO, PWD Smart FarmAbility (Malaysia) Dean of Sustainability, Food Security & ESG, Wilmington Metropolitan University (Malaysia Chapter) On 20 November 2025, I had the honour of serving as a panelist at the Leading Women of Africa (LWA) – G20 Webinar Series, under the theme “Energy
- [Australian photographer crowned winner of The Nature Conservancy’s 2025 Oceania Photo Contest](https://econews.com.au/australian-photographer-crowned-winner-of-the-nature-conservancys-2025-oceania-photo-contest/) - “Grand Prize winner, Tauhi by Miesa Grobbelaar, Australia / TNC 2025 Oceania Photo Contest” A stunning photograph of divers freeing an endangered humpback whale from an entangled chain has been announced as the Grand Prize winner of The Nature Conservancy’s 2025 Oceania Photo Contest. Tauhi, taken by Australian photographer Miesa Grobbelaar, was also the winner of the People
- [Low Voltage Overhead Network Monitoring Technology to Boost Grid-edge Intelligence](https://econews.com.au/low-voltage-overhead-network-monitoring-technology-to-boost-grid-edge-intelligence/) - VisNet from EA Technology, a global leader in sustainable grid-edge solutions and data-driven insights, announced the launch of trials with Distribution Network Service Providers (DNSP) in Australia to demonstrate how its VisNet View, a compact, pole-mounted feeder monitoring device can deliver real-time intelligence to the grid. The invitation for DNSPs to participate in VisNet View
- [New report shows well planned renewable energy projects can help grow regional housing, not strain it.](https://econews.com.au/new-report-shows-well-planned-renewable-energy-projects-can-help-grow-regional-housing-not-strain-it/) - RE-Alliance Regional communities across Australia are leading the way in developing innovative housing solutions alongside the renewable energy rollout, a new report by RE-Alliance shows. Released today, ‘How Australia’s shift to renewable energy can deliver beneficial outcomes for regional housing’ highlights examples from NSW, Victoria and Queensland where local councils, communities and renewable energy companies are working together
- [Strong voices at Terra Madre Asia & Pacific call for concrete climate solutions and justice](https://econews.com.au/strong-voices-at-terra-madre-asia-pacific-call-for-concrete-climate-solutions-and-justice/) - At Terra Madre Asia & Pacific, farmers, Indigenous leaders, food producers, and youth representatives from more than 20 countries across the Slow Food network called for urgent and concrete climate action. With the Philippines among the world’s most climate-vulnerable nations, and recently struck by violent typhoons, participants emphasized that as COP30 negotiations enter their final
- [Nectr confirmed as top-tier value energy provider in NSW, QLD, ACT](https://econews.com.au/nectr-confirmed-as-top-tier-value-energy-provider-in-nsw-qld-act/) - Australian energy retailer Nectr scoops Mozo Experts Choice Awards 2026 With spiralling electricity bills adding significant pressure to the cost of living crisis, Australian households and small businesses are urgently seeking energy plans that offer genuine value and affordability. Today, a contender for the cheapest, best-value electricity has emerged: Australian energy retailer Nectr has taken out four
- [Skink surprise: scientists discover secretive reptile in the Northern Territory](https://econews.com.au/skink-surprise-scientists-discover-secretive-reptile-in-the-northern-territory/) - Lerista munuwajarlu at Pungalina-Seven Emu. © Eric Vanderduys Scientists have discovered a new species of slider skink in Australia’s Gulf of Carpentaria, a find which highlights how much remains to be discovered about the region’s rich biodiversity. The new species has been named Lerista munuwajarlu which comes from Garrwa language with munuwa meaning ‘no’ and jarlu meaning ‘arm’. The common name
- [Australia’s little bettongs put on dramatic nut-cracker performance](https://econews.com.au/australias-little-bettongs-put-on-dramatic-nut-cracker-performance/) - Native Australian animals range from high-hopping kangaroos to fast-running emus – but clever little bettongs also have a special ability to find and eat the food they love. Flinders University researchers have discovered the secrets behind a superpower of these tiny relatives of kangaroos which allows them to crack open seeds that would break the jaws of
- [Åhléns Partners with TrusTrace to Strengthen Supply Chain Sustainability, Risk Management, and Compliance](https://econews.com.au/ahlens-partners-with-trustrace-to-strengthen-supply-chain-sustainability-risk-management-and-compliance/) - TrusTrace, a global leader in supply chain traceability and compliance, today announced a strategic partnership with Åhléns, one of Sweden’s most iconic retail brands, to enhance traceability, improve sustainability risk management, and streamline compliance across its value chain. Following a period of renewed focus on restoring profitability and establishing a stronger foundation for the future,
- [15,000 bikes recycled by Sydney social enterprise](https://econews.com.au/15000-bikes-recycled-by-sydney-social-enterprise/) - The recovery, recycling and reuse of bicycles and other personal transport vehicles (PTVs) in Sydney today reached an unprecedented milestone with 15,000 units diverted from landfill by social enterprise Revolve ReCYCLING. The diversion of 15,000 bikes and PTV units from landfill for recycling and/or reuse could not have happened without the help of the NSW
- [Patagonia, a Work in Progress](https://econews.com.au/patagonia-a-work-in-progress/) - Members of the Western Arctic Caribou herd cross a river in Northwestern Alaska during their summer migration Fifty-two years after its founding and three years since changing its ownership structure, Patagonia is releasing a report disclosing the company’s progress toward using business to implement solutions to the climate and ecological crisis. Intended as a spin
- [Standards Pavilion concludes COP30 with call to embed International Standards in every step of climate action](https://econews.com.au/standards-pavilion-concludes-cop30-with-call-to-embed-international-standards-in-every-step-of-climate-action/) - As COP30 draws to a close, the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), and UL Standards & Engagement (ULSE), conveners of the Standards Pavilion, are calling for ambition to be matched with implementation – urging policymakers to embed International Standards in the next phase of global climate action. As COP30 wraps up
- [Fuelling the future: NSW unveils Renewable Fuel Strategy](https://econews.com.au/fuelling-the-future-nsw-unveils-renewable-fuel-strategy/) - NSW Minister for Climate Change and Energy, Penny Sharpe The NSW Government has launched its landmark Renewable Fuel Strategy to accelerate the production and use of renewable fuels in NSW, to drive down emissions and underpin industrial activity in NSW. Renewable fuels will help NSW meet its emissions reduction targets, decarbonise hard-to-abate sectors, drive economic
- [Nature emerges as mainstream issue for boards](https://econews.com.au/nature-emerges-as-mainstream-issue-for-boards/) - The Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) and the University of Sydney Business School have collaborated to produce Australia’s first study examining the rise of nature as a boardroom priority. Drawing on a national survey of non-executive directors and chairs, and interviews with senior directors across listed, private, not-for-profit and government organisations, the study Nature Enters
- [Why More Australian Small Businesses Are Turning 1% Giving into Long-Term Advantage](https://econews.com.au/why-more-australian-small-businesses-are-turning-1-giving-into-long-term-advantage/) - Image Credit: OzHarvest For Australian businesses, spending just 1% of revenue on the environment is proving to be one of the smartest investments they can make. 1% for the Planet is a global movement that makes it simple: companies commit 1% of annual revenue to environmental projects. Since 2002, it has grown from Patagonia as the first
- [Green Transition to Add 9.6 million Jobs Globally by 2030, but Risks Creating New Economic Divides](https://econews.com.au/green-transition-to-add-9-6-million-jobs-globally-by-2030-but-risks-creating-new-economic-divides/) - 14.4 million jobs will be impacted globally, with five new jobs created for each one phased out; 33% of businesses are concerned about job displacement in their country. Higher energy costs and regulatory burdens are hindering economic competitiveness, as green finance and technologies remain unevenly distributed both within and between countries. Businesses can contribute to
- [A step forward for nature reporting](https://econews.com.au/a-step-forward-for-nature-reporting/) - Robin Hodess, CEO of GRI GRI welcomes ISSB plans for standard setting on nature-related risks and opportunities, drawing on the TNFD framework Given the prevalence of nature and biodiversity themes highlighted during COP30 in Brazil, GRI supports the recent announcement by the IFRS Foundation that the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) will develop incremental disclosure requirements on
- [Terra Madre Asia & Pacific Debuts in the Philippines, Calling for Global Action on Food, Climate, and Biodiversity](https://econews.com.au/terra-madre-asia-pacific-debuts-in-the-philippines-calling-for-global-action-on-food-climate-and-biodiversity/) - Mukiibi, Slow Food: This event looks ahead to the future of the continent and beyond, shaping food systems that can guarantee good, clean, and fair food for the next generations A firm stance is emerging from Bacolod, Philippines, where the first edition of Terra Madre Asia & Pacific has gathered more than 2,000 delegates from 20 countries. The
- [Australian and Pacific leadership at COP31 climate conference to be held in Turkiye](https://econews.com.au/australian-and-pacific-leadership-at-cop31-climate-conference-to-be-held-in-turkiye/) - Solar Citizens today welcomed the breakthrough agreement between Australia and Türkiye on hosting arrangements for COP31 next year, the world’s most important climate summit, as an outcome that protects global climate cooperation and strengthens the voice of the Pacific. Speaking from COP30 in Belem, Solar Citizens CEO Heidi Lee Douglas said the agreement is a
- [Compromise Position on COP31 Delivers Australia Leadership in Global Climate Conversation](https://econews.com.au/compromise-position-on-cop31-delivers-australia-leadership-in-global-climate-conversation/) - The Energy Efficiency Council (EEC) has welcomed the announcement that a final agreement is imminent on the hosting arrangements for COP31 in 2026. CEO of the EEC, Luke Menzel, who is on the ground in Belém, Brazil for COP30, said that while it is disappointing COP31 won’t be hosted in Adelaide, Australia securing the right
- [Australian Study Reveals Ingredient-Level Emissions Cuts Between 22–77 Per Cent](https://econews.com.au/australian-study-reveals-ingredient-level-emissions-cuts-between-22-77-per-cent/) - A groundbreaking Australian study has revealed that sustainably grown and milled flour can reduce food-supply-chain emissions by between 22 and 77 per cent, offering supermarkets and manufacturers a ready-made solution to meet new Scope 3 climate reporting requirements. The Reimagining Bread life-cycle analysis, a collaboration between Wholegrain Milling Co., Certified Sustainable, Deakin University, and artisan
- [Charging ahead with more options for EV Drivers](https://econews.com.au/charging-ahead-with-more-options-for-ev-drivers/) - Credit: NSW DCCEEW Penny Sharpe NSW Minister for Climate Change NSW Minister for Energy NSW Minister for the Environment NSW Minister for Heritage Tara Moriarty Minister for Agriculture Minister for Regional New South Wales Minister for Western New South Wales Steve Kamper Minister for Lands and Property Minister for Multiculturalism Minister for Sport Minister for
- [Nature regeneration project signals Bupa’s commitment to decarbonisation](https://econews.com.au/nature-regeneration-project-signals-bupas-commitment-to-decarbonisation/) - In a healthy move towards achieving its Net Zero ambitions, Bupa has today announced a significant nature regeneration and decarbonisation project through the purchase and regeneration of a 250-hectare farm in Victoria’s South Gippsland region. Over the coming 25 years, the Bupa Nature Regeneration Project at Mount Eccles intends to bring back local wildlife and rejuvenate
- [A Homegrown Christmas: How Box Divvy Brings Aussie Farmers to the Festive Table](https://econews.com.au/a-homegrown-christmas-how-box-divvy-brings-aussie-farmers-to-the-festive-table/) - As Australians mark National Agriculture Day (Nov 21) and start planning their Christmas gatherings, Box Divvy is shining a light on the people behind our festive favourites — the farmers growing the cherries, native ingredients, beef and mushrooms that make an Australian Christmas uniquely ours. Box Divvy co-founder Anton van den Berg says AgDay is
- [Australia must hone its green-metals edge, or risk losing it, says expert](https://econews.com.au/australia-must-hone-its-green-metals-edge-or-risk-losing-it-says-expert/) - Australia’s Minister for Climate Change and Energy, Chris Bowen, with UNSW’s Dr Rahman Daiyan at COP30. Photo: Changlong Wang, Monash University UNSW Sydney Key facts: Australian Green Metals Forum video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ft_cGnKbbAc&embeds_referring_euri=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.unsw.edu.au%2F Australia can’t afford to miss its green metals opportunity, says a UNSW expert speaking at COP30 in Brazil. Australia has an early advantage in the race
- [500,000 reasons for hope for koalas](https://econews.com.au/500000-reasons-for-hope-for-koalas/) - Bangalow Koalas President Linda Sparrow (in the koala costume) celebrates with supporters after planting the 500,000th tree WWF-Australia Bangalow Koalas celebrated a major milestone today in their mission to save koalas – the planting of their 500,000th tree in northern New South Wales. About half that total was supported by the World Wide Fund for Nature
- [9-Year-Old Melbourne Founder Tackles Plastic Dog Waste](https://econews.com.au/9-year-old-melbourne-founder-tackles-plastic-dog-waste/) - For millions of Australian dog owners, the daily walk is a cherished ritual. But with it comes a daily dilemma: the plastic poop bag. It’s a small item that, multiplied by millions of dogs each day, creates a staggering amount of plastic waste destined for landfill. But what if that daily act of responsibility could
- [Community shows powerful interest in Council-led solar and battery program](https://econews.com.au/community-shows-powerful-interest-in-council-led-solar-and-battery-program/) - Residents of Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Maitland have invested almost $3 million in renewable energy as part of a joint-Council program to improve solar and home battery uptake. Since the Solar Neighbourhoods initiative launched in mid-September, more than 550 people have registered their interest, with more than 110 purchasing solar panels, batteries, or both, as
- [New Efficient Electric Homes Market Acceleration Summit to unlock the potential of efficiency, electrification and energy flexibility in homes](https://econews.com.au/new-efficient-electric-homes-market-acceleration-summit-to-unlock-the-potential-of-efficiency-electrification-and-energy-flexibility-in-homes/) - The Energy Efficiency Council (EEC) will hold its first flagship Efficient Electric Homes: Market Acceleration Summit on Wednesday, 26 November 2025, at Ilumina, Sydney. The Summit will explore how Australia can scale up retrofits across millions of existing homes to make them efficient, electric, flexible and powered by renewable energy, while improving their health, comfort and affordability on the pathway
- [Ocean Photographer of the Year 2025 premieres at the Australian National Maritime Museum](https://econews.com.au/ocean-photographer-of-the-year-2025-premieres-at-the-australian-national-maritime-museum/) - Credit Yury Ivanov – Ocean Photographer of the Year Australian National Maritime Museum The Australian National Maritime Museum is thrilled to be hosting the premiere exhibition of the Ocean Photographer of the Year 2025 winners and finalists. Opening on November 6, this exhibition features 112 striking images that celebrate ocean beauty and spotlight its ecological
- [Epson launches partnership and Smart Factory with Citizen Wolf and collaboration with OzHarvest Ventures](https://econews.com.au/epson-launches-partnership-and-smart-factory-with-citizen-wolf-and-collaboration-with-ozharvest-ventures/) - (l-r) Epson A/NZ MD Craig Heckenberg, OzHarvest founder Ronni Kahn and Citizen Wolf co-founder Eric Phu Supporting sustainable manufacturing and minimising waste in the fashion and food industries Last night at a well-attended event, Epson officially launched their partnership and shared goal with Citizen Wolf of minimising waste in the fashion and manufacturing space. The two
- [Exploring Scalable Reuse Systems for Melbourne’s Venues and Events](https://econews.com.au/exploring-scalable-reuse-systems-for-melbournes-venues-and-events/) - The Boomerang Alliance’s Campaign Manager Toby Hutcheon Driven by a shared commitment to reducing waste, stakeholders from Melbourne’s leading venues, events, and precincts recently attended a ‘ReUsables Roundtable’ aimed at exploring scalable reuse systems for cups and containers. Facilitated by Sustainability Victoria in collaboration with Boomerang Alliance, an organisation actively campaigning to end plastic pollution and waste, the
- [Epson Australia releases second Sustainability Impact Report](https://econews.com.au/epson-australia-releases-second-sustainability-impact-report/) - Updates sustainability progress, commitment and achievements Furthering its commitment to its local and global sustainability initiatives and following last year’s landmark inaugural edition, Epson Australia has released its second Sustainability Impact Report. Epson Australia’s second Sustainability Impact Report front cover This second report is particularly significant as it reflects the company’s ongoing transparency around sustainability
- [SA Power Networks Becomes the First Network to Join the Energy Efficiency Council as an Industry Leader](https://econews.com.au/sa-power-networks-becomes-the-first-network-to-join-the-energy-efficiency-council-as-an-industry-leader/) - The Energy Efficiency Council (EEC) has welcomed SA Power Networks as the first electricity network to step up as an EEC Industry Leader member to advance collaboration on customer flexibility, demand optimisation and system efficiency. EEC Industry Leader membership is open to organisations that demonstrate a deep commitment to accelerating Australia’s transition to an efficient, electric and flexible energy
- [Welcome to the C2ES COP30 Dispatch Series: Midweek Summary, sharing regular negotiation updates from Belem.](https://econews.com.au/welcome-to-the-c2es-cop30-dispatch-series-midweek-summary-sharing-regular-negotiation-updates-from-belem/) - Welcome to the C2ES COP30 Dispatch Series: Midweek Summary, sharing regular negotiation updates from Belem. SOME HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE NEGOTIATIONS Late on Sunday, November 16, the COP30 Presidency published a summary note attempting to capture the headline substance of consultations carried out during the first week of the COP on the most contentious issues among Parties, namely: the implementation of
- [Schneider Electric named a leader in the IDC MarketScape for Worldwide Energy Transition Professional Services](https://econews.com.au/schneider-electric-named-a-leader-in-the-idc-marketscape-for-worldwide-energy-transition-professional-services/) - SE Advisory Services integrates global expertise, intelligent technology, and seamless implementation Schneider Electric’s innovation strategy focuses on integrating digital platforms, analytics, and AI to meet the energy transition Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, has been named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Energy Transition Professional Services 2025 Vendor Assessment. IDC MarketScape evaluated worldwide professional
- [How mandatory climate reporting is raising the bar for corporate leadership](https://econews.com.au/how-mandatory-climate-reporting-is-raising-the-bar-for-corporate-leadership/) - By Lisa Zembrodt, Principal and Senior Director, Sustainability Business, Schneider Electric Around the world, businesses are entering a new era of accountability. The shift toward mandatory climate-related financial disclosures is transforming how organisations understand and govern key drivers of financial performance. In Australia, the introduction of the Australian Sustainability Reporting Standards (ASRS) represents the most
- [Climate risks deepen energy hardships as Australians’ changing lives reshape transition to renewables, new report finds](https://econews.com.au/climate-risks-deepen-energy-hardships-as-australians-changing-lives-reshape-transition-to-renewables-new-report-finds/) - Monash University Key findings Australians in flood, bushfire and blackout-prone areas are twice as likely to face energy hardship Daily routines, including working from home, provide opportunities to use solar power during the day when generation peaks Most Australians welcome automation and smart technologies but want to stay in control of their use Households facing
- [YOU MATTER AND AUSTRALIAN BEDDING STEWARDSHIP COUNCIL PARTNER TO CREATE HAVENS OF HOPE THROUGH REUSE](https://econews.com.au/you-matter-and-australian-bedding-stewardship-council-partner-to-create-havens-of-hope-through-reuse/) - Melbourne-based family violence not-for-profit You Matter has partnered with the Australian Bedding Stewardship Council (ABSC). The collaboration directly aligns with both organisations’ missions to drive social impact while promoting a circular economy. Through the initiative, quality bedding items that might otherwise go to landfill are redirected to support families who are rebuilding their lives after
- [HX Expeditions Launches ‘Silent Science Boats’ in the Antarctic and Arctic to Reduce Underwater Noise](https://econews.com.au/hx-expeditions-launches-silent-science-boats-in-the-antarctic-and-arctic-to-reduce-underwater-noise/) - Electric Zodiacs, HX Expeditions Key facts: · Sturdy, safe and stable, these easy-to manoeuvre Soft Inflatable Boats (SIBs) are operated by highly trained drivers and seat 8-16 guests, depending on the boat type and activity. · They feature a lightweight hull and inflatable pontoons that provide stability, buoyancy and shock absorption for a smoother ride. · HX Expeditions
- [CEFC invests $50 million to electrify Australia’s student housing](https://econews.com.au/cefc-invests-50-million-to-electrify-australias-student-housing/) - The CEFC has invested $50 million with one of Australia’s most significant providers of student accommodation, Scape Australia (Scape), by The Living Company (TLCo.), to accelerate electrification across its portfolio of 17,000 beds in purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide, while advancing decarbonisation standards in its existing buildings. The CEFC investment
- [La Trobe researchers returning native wildlife to Darebin](https://econews.com.au/la-trobe-researchers-returning-native-wildlife-to-darebin/) - Growling Grass Frog La Trobe University Special ‘frog beaches’ to support the endangered Growling Grass Frog will be created at La Trobe’s Nangak Tamboree Wildlife Sanctuary as part of a long-term rewilding effort to become a haven for native animals and enable the reintroduction of threatened species in Melbourne’s north. The Sanctuary is part of
- [Adelaide and Parafield first Australian airports to reach highest level of Airport Carbon Accreditation](https://econews.com.au/adelaide-and-parafield-first-australian-airports-to-reach-highest-level-of-airport-carbon-accreditation/) - Adelaide and Parafield Airports have become the first airports in Australia to be recognised by the global Airport Carbon Accreditation program for reaching the highest level of accreditation on the path to Net Zero. Both airports are now certified as Airport Carbon Accredited at Level 5, which requires maintaining a Net Zero carbon balance on Scopes 1 and 2, and actively addressing Scope 3 emissions sources that it can significantly
- [Stockland and Plico Partner to Deliver Clean Energy from Day One of Home Ownership](https://econews.com.au/stockland-and-plico-partner-to-deliver-clean-energy-from-day-one-of-home-ownership/) - Thomas Hayes, Senior Project Manager, Stockland and Robbie Campbell, Plico CEO In an industry-first initiative, Stockland and Australian clean energy provider, Plico, have announced a landmark partnership. As the first development of its kind in the state, the collaboration will deliver solar and battery systems with Virtual Power Plant (VPP) capability to 55 new homes at Stockland’s Nara
- [Schneider Electric accelerates industrial decarbonisation at COP30](https://econews.com.au/schneider-electric-accelerates-industrial-decarbonisation-at-cop30/) - Experts underscore importance of electrification, automation, and digitalisation for just transition New research highlights Brazil’s strategic advantages to lead global industrial transformation Report emphasises need to train and reskill professionals for a future-ready workforce Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, announces its participation in the 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Belém,
- [Call for citizen scientists to join the Great Koala Count across South Australia](https://econews.com.au/call-for-citizen-scientists-to-join-the-great-koala-count-across-south-australia/) - As South Australia continues to feel the effects of drought, more citizen scientists are being called on to help measure whether urban development and habitat loss are affecting outer metropolitan koala populations. Koala populations in South Australia are under increasing pressure from drought, disease (including chlamydia), habitat loss and the lingering effects of bushfires – and
- [Indigenous communities and women need to be at the centre of COP30’s climate solutions](https://econews.com.au/indigenous-communities-and-women-need-to-be-at-the-centre-of-cop30s-climate-solutions/) - An Indigenous woman welcomes people to the COP Village during the 30th Conference of the Parties (COP30).Photo by Aline Massuca/COP30. UNSW Sydney UNSW academics explain why COP30 must not overlook the power of grassroots and community-based responses – especially with the health impacts of climate change. Across Indigenous communities, including in Australia and the Pacific, women
- [HeyDoodle Lauches ‘Forever Greeting Cards’](https://econews.com.au/heydoodle-lauches-forever-greeting-cards/) - Reusable Greeting Cards That Keep On Giving Sustainable creative play brand, HeyDoodle, has added a fun, meaningful twist to a timeless tradition with the launch of Forever Greeting Cards – reusable greeting cards designed to be coloured, wiped clean and cherished again and again. Combining the sentiment of a handwritten message with the brand’s signature innovation,
- [Sustainability as strategy: CPA Australia conference highlights ESG as business enabler](https://econews.com.au/sustainability-as-strategy-cpa-australia-conference-highlights-esg-as-business-enabler/) - Patrick Viljoen, ESG Lead, CPA Australia. CPA Australia Sustainability is not just a regulatory requirement, but a strategic advantage for businesses and their clients, with accountants playing a leading role. That was the message from CPA Australia’s Sustainability in Action: Strategy and Impact Conference at the Crowne Plaza in Hobart this week, where business and leadership professionals
- [AMPYR and Green Gold Energy to transform Port Augusta coal site with next-generation battery storage](https://econews.com.au/ampyr-and-green-gold-energy-to-transform-port-augusta-coal-site-with-next-generation-battery-storage/) - AMPYR CEO Alex Wonhas AMPYR Australia (AMPYR) has today announced an agreement with Green Gold Energy (GGE) to acquire the Davenport battery energy storage system (BESS) project in South Australia, which has been renamed the Northern Battery as part of the new partnership. Expected to start construction in 2026, the Northern Battery will provide up to eight hours of energy
- [Why Repairing Concrete Should Come Before Recycling This National Recycling Week](https://econews.com.au/why-repairing-concrete-should-come-before-recycling-this-national-recycling-week/) - As Australia prepares for National Recycling Week (10–16 November), Building Chemical Supplies says the path to sustainability starts with repair, not replacement. Australia’s construction and demolition sector has made great progress in recycling concrete waste, but Building Chemical Supplies (BCS) says it’s time to take the conversation a step further. Before concrete reaches a recycling facility, many
- [When shrimp hear the engines roar: how boat noise rattles marine besties but not their friendship](https://econews.com.au/when-shrimp-hear-the-engines-roar-how-boat-noise-rattles-marine-besties-but-not-their-friendship/) - Alpheus spp. and Amblyeleotris steinitzi Monash University It’s a tale of underwater odd couples, one digs, the other keeps watch, and together they’ve thrived on the Great Barrier Reef for millennia. New research led by an international team of biologists from Monash, Deakin, RMIT, University of Waikato, and the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, has found
- [Essential Energy Training Academy approved to power NSW’s energy workforce](https://econews.com.au/essential-energy-training-academy-approved-to-power-nsws-energy-workforce/) - “Supporting regional skills development through industry-led training.” New academy to train up to 1,000 people a year across regional hubs, tackling the state’s electricity skills shortage and supporting the clean energy transition Essential Energy has received a regulatory waiver to launch a dedicated Training Academy across regional New South Wales to address the growing shortage
- [Two-Thirds of sustainability professionals trust recognised carbon standards but 46% say policy clarity is needed to scale](https://econews.com.au/two-thirds-of-sustainability-professionals-trust-recognised-carbon-standards-but-46-say-policy-clarity-is-needed-to-scale/) - New report from SE Advisory Services shows that more than half of companies plan to scale engagement by 2030, marking a new phase of maturity in global carbon markets amid ESG uncertainty. 4 in 10 respondents say their organisations actively engage with high-integrity carbon credits through purchasing, investment or project development to manage climate risk,
- [Here’s the crunch: Soil health in organic orchards is not so different](https://econews.com.au/heres-the-crunch-soil-health-in-organic-orchards-is-not-so-different/) - Flinders University PhD candidate Kate Matthews – Orchard Study Organic agriculture is an increasingly popular management approach, embraced by growers and consumers alike for its potential to reduce environmental impacts. However, a new Flinders University study of Adelaide Hills apple orchards suggests that soil health is more complex than management labels alone, with conventional and organic
- [“Repair if you Care” Saving Shoes from Landfill](https://econews.com.au/repair-if-you-care-saving-shoes-from-landfill/) - Minit Australia Pty Ltd ( Trading as MISTER MINIT ) Key facts: 1000 Free Shoe Repairs Giveaway this November. Biggest Repairer of Shoes In Australia and New Zealand 87% of Australians haven’t had a shoe repair in the last two years 110 million shoes are imported annually into Australia each year forecasted to grow by
- [New Report Reveals Devastating Impact of AI on Australian Bees](https://econews.com.au/new-report-reveals-devastating-impact-of-ai-on-australian-bees/) - As artificial intelligence (AI) rapidly transforms industries and societies, a new report released today warns that this digital revolution carries serious, yet addressable, ecological risks. The report, “The Digital Climate Footprint: From Global Data Centre Growth to Local Ecological Consequences,” produced by the Centre for AI, Trust and Governance at the University of Sydney examines
- [Sunvista Energy, Under Riganto Energy Group, Wins 2025 Global Recognition Award for Service Excellence](https://econews.com.au/sunvista-energy-under-riganto-energy-group-wins-2025-global-recognition-award-for-service-excellence/) - Sunvista Energy has earned a 2025 Global Recognition Award for its transparent approach to renewable installations across Australia. The company’s “No Surprises On Site” policy and strong innovation grade highlight Riganto Energy Group’s plans to expand operations throughout Australia. Riganto Energy Group’s Australian subsidiary has secured international recognition for its approach to renewable energy delivery.
- [COP30: Green Digital Action Hub to accelerate innovation for a sustainable future](https://econews.com.au/cop30-green-digital-action-hub-to-accelerate-innovation-for-a-sustainable-future/) - New global nerve centre will harness digital technology for climate action and sustainable development for all A coalition of international partners announced the creation of the Green Digital Action Hub (GDA Hub), a new cooperation platform to harness technology innovation against climate change, anchored in Brazil as a legacy of the 30th UN Climate Change Conference,
- [Cotton trash to treasure: Project using waste to grow new mushroom industry](https://econews.com.au/cotton-trash-to-treasure-project-using-waste-to-grow-new-mushroom-industry/) - PhD candidate Waseem Ahmed is working to develop a circular economy by using cotton waste to grow mushrooms. Charles Darwin University Supermarket shelves could be stocked with mushrooms grown from the Northern Territory’s cotton waste, with a Charles Darwin University (CDU) research project exploring the possibility of broadening the region’s agricultural industry. The project, led
- [GRI launches new tool for corporate climate action](https://econews.com.au/gri-launches-new-tool-for-corporate-climate-action/) - Mapping between UN Integrity Matters report and GRI Standards endorsed by United Nations A new resource has launched to help organizations align their climate reporting using the GRI Standards with the UN’s official approach to setting credible climate commitments, targets and transition plans. The Integrity Matters Checklist provides a framework for reporting on climate action by non-state
- [From promises to progress: 21 global organizations unite at COP30 to champion International Standards in the climate action agenda](https://econews.com.au/from-promises-to-progress-21-global-organizations-unite-at-cop30-to-champion-international-standards-in-the-climate-action-agenda/) - Building on last year’s success at COP29, the three initiator organizations The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), The International Organization for Standardization (ISO), and UL Standards & Engagement (ULSE) will again convene the Standards Pavilion at COP30, elevating the role of International Standards in the global climate action agenda. As COP 30 gets underway next week, leading
- [NSW JUMPS AHEAD IN PLASTIC FREE STAKES](https://econews.com.au/nsw-jumps-ahead-in-plastic-free-stakes/) - With the NSW Plastic Plan 2.0, the state has leapfrogged ahead of other states in the goal of reducing plastic pollution, the Boomerang Alliance of 56 ngos said today. “It’s broad in its ambit and contains several key actions which are critical and will also push national action along. These include: filters on washing machines to
- [Cultural Survival Is at COP30 to Ensure Indigenous Rights Are Part of the Climate Solution](https://econews.com.au/cultural-survival-is-at-cop30-to-ensure-indigenous-rights-are-part-of-the-climate-solution/) - From November 10 to November 21, 2025, the 2025 United Nations Climate Change Conference, also known as the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), commonly referred to as COP30, will take place in Belém, the capital of the state of Pará, in Brazil’s lower Amazon region. This
- [FM Announces Enhanced Resilience Credit of US$825 Million to Support Client Investment in Resilience](https://econews.com.au/fm-announces-enhanced-resilience-credit-of-us825-million-to-support-client-investment-in-resilience/) - New program expands FM’s landmark climate-focused resilience credit to include operational resilience to help FM clients invest in protection and prevention measures FM also announces FM Solutions, consolidating additional resilience solutions under one team to enhance the client experience Commercial property insurer FM today announced it is expanding its innovative resilience credit to include a new operational resilience component and doubling the size from 5% to 10% of eligible in-force premium. The enhanced FM resilience credit is intended to
- [AspiraDAC appoints Chief Technology Officer, Dr Mahesh Venkataraman](https://econews.com.au/aspiradac-appoints-chief-technology-officer-dr-mahesh-venkataraman/) - Dr Mahesh Venkataraman AspiraDAC has appointed experienced engineer Dr Mahesh Venkataraman as Chief Technology Officer, strengthening its leadership team as it scales the world’s first modular, solar-powered, Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology. Dr Venkataraman will work closely with Co-Founder and CEO, Julian Turecek, to drive AspiraDAC’s first direct air capture project towards commercial deployment, overseeing the
- [LOSTMTNS EXPANDS ITS AWARD-WINNING CULT COLLECTION WITH SWIM AND CAMP – FRESH GUIDES FOR SUMMER ESCAPES IN THE BLUE MOUNTAINS](https://econews.com.au/lostmtns-expands-its-award-winning-cult-collection-with-swim-and-camp-fresh-guides-for-summer-escapes-in-the-blue-mountains/) - Two new guides unlock hidden swimming holes and remote campsites across NSW’s most-visited national park Adventure publisher LostMnts has unveiled two new guidebooks – Swim and Camp – offering fresh ways to experience the Blue Mountains ahead of the summer season. The release follows LostMtns’ recent sweep at the RMA Awards, where they claimed four major honours including Best Book in
- [HOP TO IT! CREATE A FROG-FRIENDLY BACKYARD THIS FROGID WEEK](https://econews.com.au/hop-to-it-create-a-frog-friendly-backyard-this-frogid-week/) - Join the World’s Biggest Frog Count from Friday 7 – Sunday 16 November 2025 Australians will be heading into their backyards, paddocks and parks to listen to the cacophony of croaks, chirps, and sometimes barks, of precious frogs as part of the Australian Museum’s annual FrogID Week, from 7 to 16 November 2025. Australia’s biggest
- [SMARTGROUP FOUNDATION AWARDS $250,000 TO GRASSROOTS COMMUNITY PROJECTS](https://econews.com.au/smartgroup-foundation-awards-250000-to-grassroots-community-projects/) - Twenty community organisations across Australia will share in nearly $250,000 in funding from the Smartgroup Foundation’s 2025 grants program. The successful applicants have each been awarded grants between $5,000 and $15,000 for unique projects that deliver tangible impact and align with one or more of the Foundation’s three key focus areas: Natural climate solutions and
- [Hornsby Shire Council Takes Top Honours at the 2025 Keep Australia Beautiful NSW Sustainable Cities Awards](https://econews.com.au/hornsby-shire-council-takes-top-honours-at-the-2025-keep-australia-beautiful-nsw-sustainable-cities-awards/) - Hornsby Shire Council has been awarded the prestigious title of NSW Overall Sustainable Cities Winner for 2025, in recognition of its outstanding leadership, innovation, and commitment to building a more sustainable, inclusive, and resilient urban future. The 2025 Sustainable Cities Awards were presented today at a ceremony at Sydney Zoo hosted by the 2024 winner,
- [AUSTRALIA’S FIRST CLOUD BASED SOLAR PLATFORM GIVES EVERYDAY AUSSIES A SEAT AT THE CLEAN-ENERGY TABLE](https://econews.com.au/australias-first-cloud-based-solar-platform-gives-everyday-aussies-a-seat-at-the-clean-energy-table/) - SolarCloud A new i-cloud style solar platform is closing Australia’s energy equity gap, giving renters and those previously ineligible for solar, a way to share in solar savings for the first time. Australia’s clean energy boom has mostly favoured homeowners with sunny, suitable roofs. Already, rooftop solar generates 12.8 % of Australia’s electricity*, yet nearly one in
- [Logitech Releases Fiscal 2025 Sustainability Impact Highlights](https://econews.com.au/logitech-releases-fiscal-2025-sustainability-impact-highlights/) - Progress in emissions reductions, use of circular materials and renewable energy. Carbon Emissions: Logitech reduced Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 53% and Scope 3 emissions by 13% against baseline years. Recycled Materials: Use of recycled plastic now implemented in 78% of all Logitech products, a 5% increase from last year. Renewable Energy: Logitech achieved 93% renewable
- [Adelaide cricketers play for the climate at first Green Games](https://econews.com.au/adelaide-cricketers-play-for-the-climate-at-first-green-games/) - Cricket for Climate Cricket for Climate is partnering with Glenelg and Prospect District Cricket Clubs to bring sustainability to the forefront of community sport, with the first of two Green Games to be held at Glenelg Oval this Saturday, 8 November. The Men’s Premier A Grade teams will compete to see which team can get the most
- [Decoding Ethical Fashion Labels in Australia](https://econews.com.au/decoding-ethical-fashion-labels-in-australia/) - Australians are buying more sustainable fashion than ever before — but with every “eco” or “ethical” collection comes a wave of buzzwords. Fair Trade, Climate Neutral, Vegan, Organic Cotton — the labels sound promising, but understanding what they actually mean can be confusing. Behind each term are established international standards designed to protect workers, reduce
- [Sustainability Is Now Central to Exit Readiness in Australia’s Property Market](https://econews.com.au/sustainability-is-now-central-to-exit-readiness-in-australias-property-market/) - Matt Clifford, Head of Sustainability Services, APAC As Australia’s commercial property sector braces for a wave of capital recycling, one message is clear: sustainability is no longer optional, it’s a core driver of value and deal certainty. Cushman & Wakefield’s latest Exit Readiness Guide underscores how ESG considerations have shifted from a peripheral concern to
- [The Earthshot Prize and 500 Global Announce Strategic Partnership to Advance Climate Innovation in Emerging Markets](https://econews.com.au/the-earthshot-prize-and-500-global-announce-strategic-partnership-to-advance-climate-innovation-in-emerging-markets/) - 500 Global 500 Global and The Earthshot Prize are partnering on an investment strategy to identify, support and scale climate solutions across Emerging Markets. Supporting three themes at the intersection of climate impact and commercial viability: AgTech, Clean Tech, and Nature Tech. The strategy was announced at The Earthshot Prize Summit in Rio De Janeiro
- [Celebrating the 26th Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science](https://econews.com.au/celebrating-the-26th-prime-ministers-prizes-for-science/) - Prime Minister of Australia and Minister for Industry and Innovation and Minister for Science Australia’s top scientists, innovators and educators have been recognised in the 2025 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science. From redefining air quality science to advancing quantum cybersecurity, and this year, for the first time, honouring the deep knowledge systems of Aboriginal and
- [Single atoms of silver and earth-abundant carbon turn pollutants into fertiliser](https://econews.com.au/single-atoms-of-silver-and-earth-abundant-carbon-turn-pollutants-into-fertiliser/) - Centre of Excellence for Carbon Science and Innovation A single atom of silver working in synergy with carbon and nitrogen atoms can efficiently convert polluting nitrogenous waste in water from industries such as agriculture and mining into ready-to-use liquid fertiliser. Typically, the pathways and technologies in use today, such biological remediation, target sources with high
- [In response to Climate Risk Assessment, alliance of 80 organisations launch Climate Safety Plan in Canberra](https://econews.com.au/in-response-to-climate-risk-assessment-alliance-of-80-organisations-launch-climate-safety-plan-in-canberra/) - Renew Australia for All Australia’s first National Climate Risk Assessment (NCRA) made clear that Australia needs a coordinated plan of action to prepare for worsening climate impacts and ensures no person or community is left to manage them alone. Today Renew Australia for All – an alliance of 80+ organisations from across community, environment, health, as well as unions, clean
- [HASKONING AND MCCONNELL DOWELL COMPLETE VITAL PORT UPGRADE IN TONGA, SAFEGUARDING THE PACIFIC’S MARITIME LIFELINE](https://econews.com.au/haskoning-and-mcconnell-dowell-complete-vital-port-upgrade-in-tonga-safeguarding-the-pacifics-maritime-lifeline/) - The USD$70 million project represents one of the largest infrastructure investments in Tonga’s history. Consulting engineering company Haskoning and construction company McConnell Dowell have successfully completed a landmark maritime infrastructure upgrade in the Kingdom of Tonga, transforming the nation’s only international port into a modern, climate-resilient facility that secures the country’s economic and social lifeline. Delivered
- [Neste celebrates 15 years of refining in Singapore and 60 years in Porvoo](https://econews.com.au/neste-celebrates-15-years-of-refining-in-singapore-and-60-years-in-porvoo/) - In 2025, Neste’s renewables refinery in Singapore celebrates 15th anniversary since start-up and Neste’s Porvoo refinery in Finland 60th anniversary since start-up. Source: Neste Neste has been transforming from a local oil refiner in Finland to a global frontrunner in renewable and circular solutions. Today, Neste is the world’s leading producer of sustainable aviation fuel
- [GET YOUR GLOVES ON AUSTRALIA! REGISTRATIONS FOR CLEAN UP AUSTRALIA DAY 2026 ARE NOW OPEN](https://econews.com.au/get-your-gloves-on-australia-registrations-for-clean-up-australia-day-2026-are-now-open/) - Clean Up Australia Day returns on Sunday 1 March 2026, and we’re calling on individuals, families, schools, and community groups across the country to register now and get in on the action to be part of Australia’s largest environmental movement. Since its inception, over 23 million volunteers have joined the Clean Up effort. In 2025,
- [ACCC reauthorises BSC for five years, strengthening path to regulation](https://econews.com.au/accc-reauthorises-bsc-for-five-years-strengthening-path-to-regulation/) - The Battery Stewardship Council (BSC) has welcomed the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission’s (ACCC) decision to reauthorise the national Battery Stewardship Scheme, B-cycle, for a further five years, marking a vital milestone as Australia moves toward regulated battery product stewardship. The authorisation confirms BSC’s continued authority to coordinate and expand the Scheme, giving industry and government
- [CENTURY YUASA POWERS NATIONAL PUSH FOR SAFE BATTERY RECYCLING](https://econews.com.au/century-yuasa-powers-national-push-for-safe-battery-recycling/) - New partnership with Recycle Mate makes battery disposal easier for Australians Century Yuasa Batteries (CYB), is powering forward on its mission to build a circular battery economy through a new national partnership with Recycle Mate – making lead-acid battery recycling simpler, safer, and smarter. As part of the collaboration, CYB’s national network of recycling centres
- [GARAGE SALE TRAIL 2025](https://econews.com.au/garage-sale-trail-2025/) - AUSTRALIA’S BIGGEST FESTIVAL OF PRE-LOVED STUFF KICKS OFF THIS WEEKEND Prepare for the hunt! Calling all thrifty shoppers, vintage hunters and sustainability heroes, Garage Sale Trail is back this weekend and next, with four massive days of sales happening across the country, 8–9 and 15–16 November 2025. With over 10,000 garage sales already registered across the two weekends, this year’s edition
- [Meadow Creek Solar Farm Secures Key Approvals for Hybrid 332MW Solar and 1GWh Battery Project](https://econews.com.au/meadow-creek-solar-farm-secures-key-approvals-for-hybrid-332mw-solar-and-1gwh-battery-project/) - Meadow Creek Solar Farm Meadow Creek Solar Farm has secured planning and environmental approvals following a rigorous two-year assessment process. The approved Hybrid 332MW solar power and 1GWh battery energy storage system (BESS) project will generate enough clean electricity to power 110,000 homes while enhancing grid stability, supporting Victoria’s target of 95 per cent renewable
- [WWF calls for moratorium on krill fishing after negotiations fail to protect Antarctica’s tiny superheroes](https://econews.com.au/wwf-calls-for-moratorium-on-krill-fishing-after-negotiations-fail-to-protect-antarcticas-tiny-superheroes/) - Fin whales feed between to two krill supertrawlers © Bob Brown Foundation WWF-Australia Key facts: Leaders have failed to come to an agreement on critical fisheries management measures to protect Antarctic krill, penguins, whales and seals at a meeting in Hobart. Krill help regulate the Earth’s climate and are a critical source of food for
- [Supercell Storm in Queensland Exposes Critical Gaps in Grid Edge Visibility](https://econews.com.au/supercell-storm-in-queensland-exposes-critical-gaps-in-grid-edge-visibility/) - As supercell storms threaten Queensland with destructive winds, flash flooding and giant hailstones, the latest extreme weather system has highlighted the growing vulnerability of Australia’s low-voltage (LV) electricity network and the urgent need for greater visibility and resilience at the grid edge. Dr Yogendra Vashishtha, Head of Future Networks at EA Technology Australia, said the severe
- [Schneider Electric Showcases the Impact of its Sustainability Commitment Through Strong Q3 Results](https://econews.com.au/schneider-electric-showcases-the-impact-of-its-sustainability-commitment-through-strong-q3-results/) - Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, today announces its non-financial results for the third quarter of 2025, confirming its progress toward completing the Schneider Sustainability Impact (SSI) 2021–2025 program. With one quarter remaining, the company reports a score of 8.52 out of 10, confirming strong alignment with its year-end target of 8.80. One of the
- [Colourful, jumping spider recorded for first time in South Australia](https://econews.com.au/colourful-jumping-spider-recorded-for-first-time-in-south-australia/) - First sighting of a Maratus Australis outside in WA, found on Dakalanta Wildlife Sanctuary. © Shane Graves Just in time for the spooky season, the Maratus australis, a spider with formidable jumping skills, has been formally recorded for the first time in South Australia. The surprise discovery was made about 900 km north-east of the species’
- [Out of sight, out of mind? The hidden environmental costs of food production.](https://econews.com.au/out-of-sight-out-of-mind-the-hidden-environmental-costs-of-food-production/) - A sheep feedlot in NSW. Photo: Joshua Zeunert UNSW Sydney A UNSW academic’s award-winning online exhibition records the environmental impact of agriculture in Australia. Back in 2020, Associate Professor Joshua Zeunert, from UNSW’s School of Built Environment, started a research project exploring the sustainability of Australian agriculture into the future. As part of the project, A/Prof.
- [Scouts Victoria Celebrates 50 Million Containers Recycled $5 Million Back to Communities](https://econews.com.au/scouts-victoria-celebrates-50-million-containers-recycled-5-million-back-to-communities/) - Ahead of the two-year anniversary of Victoria’s Container Deposit Scheme on Saturday November 1, 2025 Scouts Victoria has reached two major milestones: recycling more than 50 million containers since the Scheme’s launch and for the first time processing over one million containers in a single week across its statewide network. On top of this, Scout
- [Australia Post accelerates sustainability with first large electric truck purchase and renewable diesel partnership](https://econews.com.au/australia-post-accelerates-sustainability-with-first-large-electric-truck-purchase-and-renewable-diesel-partnership/) - Australia Post has today marked two major steps forward in its commitment to more sustainable logistics, unveiling its first heavy-duty large electric truck and announcing a new renewable diesel partnership with Ampol. The new Mercedes-Benz eActros, manufactured by Daimler Truck, is the first heavy-duty electric truck to join Australia Post’s national fleet, demonstrating the organisation’s commitment
- [OVHcloud launches next-generation of AI-powered cooling that balances performance and environmental responsibility in its data centres](https://econews.com.au/ovhcloud-launches-next-generation-of-ai-powered-cooling-that-balances-performance-and-environmental-responsibility-in-its-data-centres/) - OVHcloud, a global cloud player and the European Cloud leader, today unveils a new cooling architecture for its data centres. The OVHcloud Smart Data Centre combines new industrial designs with AI features, reducing both power and water consumption and enabling data centres to intelligently react to their surrounding environments. Through this new technology, OVHcloud
- [NEW RESEARCH REVEALS AUSTRALIAN EMPLOYEES ARE WILLING TO TRADE SALARY FOR SUSTAINABILITY, BUT ONLY IF THEY TRUST THEIR COMPANY IS COMMITTED TO THE CAUSE](https://econews.com.au/new-research-reveals-australian-employees-are-willing-to-trade-salary-for-sustainability-but-only-if-they-trust-their-company-is-committed-to-the-cause/) - Belinda & Amie Lyone COS shares the importance of prioritising sustainability, and the company’s proven roadmap to achieving Net Zero Operations Australian workers are putting purpose before pay, but only if the company is committed to lessening their carbon footprint and aiming to achieve Net Zero, new research reveals. According to a nationally representative study
- [Quinbrook to Build Advanced Long Duration Battery Storage in Australia](https://econews.com.au/quinbrook-to-build-advanced-long-duration-battery-storage-in-australia/) - David Scaysbrook, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Quinbrook. Collaboration with World’s Leading BESS Manufacturer Produces Breakthrough Technical and Commercial Solution to Help Decarbonise Australian Industry Multiple Quinbrook Sites in NSW, Queensland and Northern Territory to Host 3GW of Innovative Long Duration Battery Storage Teamed with Renewables Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners, a specialist global investor focused on
- [The power of green: How APEC is transforming Asia-Pacific’s energy future](https://econews.com.au/the-power-of-green-how-apec-is-transforming-asia-pacifics-energy-future/) - APEC drives sustainable growth in the Asia-Pacific. [Photo: VCG] Author: Chen Ziqi, reporter with CGTN For the past two decades, APEC, the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum, has been reshaping the Asia-Pacific’s approach to growth. Since the 2011 Honolulu Leaders’ Declaration, APEC has placed “green growth” at the heart of its agenda, showing progress and environmental
- [JG King Homes to deliver 8 Star homes at 7 Star prices](https://econews.com.au/jg-king-homes-to-deliver-8-star-homes-at-7-star-prices/) - JG King Building Group Executive Director, John King Jr Families to enjoy 8 Star homes at no extra cost using 30 per cent less energy In a first to market initiative Victorian volume home builder JG King Homes has announced the roll out of an 8 Star energy efficiency standard on all standard home designs
- [Renewable Fuels and Gas Will Take Centre Stage at Climate Action Week Sydney 2026](https://econews.com.au/renewable-fuels-and-gas-will-take-centre-stage-at-climate-action-week-sydney-2026/) - Bioenergy Australia Low-carbon fuels and gas will be a flagship theme of Climate Action Week Sydney 2026 (CAWSYD26), as Bioenergy Australia today announces a strategic partnership for the 2026 Renewable Fuels Summit (formerly Renewable Fuels Week). The 2026 Renewable Fuels Summit will focus on future-proofing Australian industries, regions, climate goals and energy security. Over 500 national and global
- [Schneider Electric Launches New Battery Energy Storage Solution, Schneider Boost Pro, Equipping Buildings with Advanced Energy Management](https://econews.com.au/schneider-electric-launches-new-battery-energy-storage-solution-schneider-boost-pro-equipping-buildings-with-advanced-energy-management/) - Scalable design: battery energy storage system grows with increasing energy needs Helps companies manage daily energy needs while avoiding costly peak load charges, enabling cost reduction and business continuity Enables peace of mind through robust safety system and cybersecurity design Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, this week announced the launch of its cutting-edge
- [Geotab Joins the Australian Logistics Council as Core Member to Help Shape the Future of Supply Chain Innovation](https://econews.com.au/geotab-joins-the-australian-logistics-council-as-core-member-to-help-shape-the-future-of-supply-chain-innovation/) - Partnership strengthens Geotab’s role in advancing innovation, safety and sustainability across Australia’s logistics sector Geotab, a global leader in connected vehicle and asset management solutions has today announced it joined the Australian Logistics Council (ALC), as a Core Member to help drive innovation, safety and productivity in Australia’s freight and logistics industry. The collaboration marks a significant
- [GreenSketch Introduces its Next Generation Platform](https://econews.com.au/greensketch-introduces-its-next-generation-platform/) - GreenSketch, the world’s leading end-to-end solar design platform developed by OSW Group, has launched a new product update that introduces AI-powered tools, an intuitive new interface and streamlined workflows. These new features are designed to make solar system design, quoting, procurement and project delivery more accurate and efficient than ever before. Anson Zhang, Founder and
- [SiteHive wins the Property, Construction & Transport category at the AFR Boss Most Innovative Companies Awards](https://econews.com.au/sitehive-wins-the-property-construction-transport-category-at-the-afr-boss-most-innovative-companies-awards/) - SiteHive, a leader in innovative environmental monitoring technology, has won the Property, Construction & Transport category at the AFR BOSS Most Innovative Companies Awards. The SiteHive Audio Classifier product was recognised for its game-changing ability to identify and classify construction noise in real time, saving significant amounts of time and helping to reduce the noise
- [Cummins Unveils State of the Art Battery Energy Storage System at All Energy Australia 2025](https://econews.com.au/cummins-unveils-state-of-the-art-battery-energy-storage-system-at-all-energy-australia-2025/) - Cummins, a global leader in power technology, is introducing its new Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) to the Australian market at All-Energy Australia 2025. The system represents a key step in Cummins’ Destination Zero strategy, the company’s roadmap to achieving net-zero emissions across its products and operations. The BESS has been designed to deliver reliable, resilient,
- [The scary truth behind plastic Halloween decorations](https://econews.com.au/the-scary-truth-behind-plastic-halloween-decorations/) - RMIT University The spooky season has officially arrived, with houses decked out with Halloween decorations like fake cobwebs, carved pumpkins, and plastic spiders. However, there is a dark side to the holiday, and an RMIT expert explains how these decorations are harming the native wildlife in our streets. Professor Sarah Bekessy, Sustainability and Urban Planning
- [FUTURE VINTAGE: OXFORD LANDING PAVES THE WAY FOR THE NEXT GENERATION OF WINEMAKING](https://econews.com.au/future-vintage-oxford-landing-paves-the-way-for-the-next-generation-of-winemaking/) - Ahead of World Sustainability Day 29 October, Oxford Landing, one of Australia’s most progressive wineries, raises a glass to a future where every vintage gives back. In line with this vision, Oxford Landing is celebrating its sustainability ethos including its purpose driven collections, Regenerate and One-to-One, available in Australia and soon, in global markets. Earlier this year, Hill-Smith
- [The Surprising Health Benefits of Getting Dirty and Going Green](https://econews.com.au/the-surprising-health-benefits-of-getting-dirty-and-going-green/) - Dr Paul Taylor Once upon a time, getting filthy was a childhood rite of passage. We made mud pies, dug holes to try to get to China, and emerged from the garden with twigs in our hair and microbes up our noses. These days, thanks to sanitiser, indoor lifestyles and a cultural obsession with cleanliness,
- [Platypus numbers increasing as new ‘puggles’ found in Royal National Park](https://econews.com.au/platypus-numbers-increasing-as-new-puggles-found-in-royal-national-park/) - UNSW Sydney Scientists from UNSW Sydney have confirmed two successful breeding seasons in Royal National Park, with recent surveys discovering multiple juvenile platypuses born since the pioneering reintroduction of 10 founding animals in May 2023 and three more earlier this year. Leading the Platypus Conservation Initiative with partners NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) and Taronga Conservation Society Australia,
- [Tree clearing still rampant in Great Barrier Reef catchments – report warns of World Heritage danger](https://econews.com.au/tree-clearing-still-rampant-in-great-barrier-reef-catchments-report-warns-of-world-heritage-danger/) - Australian Marine Conservation Society Nearly 700,000 ha of vegetation in Reef catchments was cleared in four years – with millions more at risk Only strong federal nature laws will protect the Reef from deforestation and climate change – more than 80% of all Reef catchment clearing was on land exempt from Queensland’s clearing laws Australian
- [Aussie researchers develop eco-friendly roof tiles using coal ash and recycled glass, cutting CO? emissions by 13%](https://econews.com.au/aussie-researchers-develop-eco-friendly-roof-tiles-using-coal-ash-and-recycled-glass-cutting-co₂-emissions-by-13/) - RMIT’s Dr Yulin Patrisia, Bristile Roofing’s Samantha So, RMIT’s Dr David Law and student Madushan Mudiyanselage at the Bristile factory in Dandenong. RMIT University Key facts: RMIT University and Bristile Roofing developed sustainable roof tiles using coal ash and recycled glass, reducing CO? emissions by 13% compared to traditional concrete tiles The tiles replace 10%
- [Author and environmentalist Natalie Kyriacou joins ACF as national ambassador](https://econews.com.au/author-and-environmentalist-natalie-kyriacou-joins-acf-as-national-ambassador/) - Natalie Kyriacou OAM Australia’s national environment group, the Australian Conservation Foundation has today welcomed award-winning author, environmentalist and presenter Natalie Kyriacou OAM as a national ambassador. Ms Kyriacou was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia and the Forbes 30 Under 30 Honour for her services to wildlife and environmental conservation in 2018. She was a
- [GlobalData announces top M&A financial and legal advisers in power sector for Q1-Q3 2025](https://econews.com.au/globaldata-announces-top-ma-financial-and-legal-advisers-in-power-sector-for-q1-q3-2025/) - GlobalData has announced the latest Financial and Legal Adviser League Tables, which rank advisers by the total value and volume of merger and acquisition (M&A) deals they advised on in the power sector during Q1-Q3 2025. See the rankings and findings below. Financial Advisers JP Morgan and Rothschild & Co top M&A financial advisers in
- [Hongkong Land pioneers Hong Kong’s first tempered and laminated glass recycling solution at Tomorrow’s CENTRAL](https://econews.com.au/hongkong-land-pioneers-hong-kongs-first-tempered-and-laminated-glass-recycling-solution-at-tomorrows-central/) - Photo?Hongkong Land pioneers Hong Kong’s first tempered and laminated glass recycling solution at Tomorrow’s CENTRAL Key highlights include: Hongkong Land originates a groundbreaking closed-loop circular economy initiative in partnership with Gammon Construction and The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, transforming glass waste into sustainable building materials. Showcasing a successful commercial-academic partnership, driving innovation in sustainable construction
- [Global body adopts policy to protect Earth’s old, wise and large animals](https://econews.com.au/global-body-adopts-policy-to-protect-earths-old-wise-and-large-animals/) - Motion 113 stemmed from a Charles Darwin University-led research paper published in the journal Science last year, which focused on longevity conservation for the Earth’s oldest animals. Picture: Lauren Brent Charles Darwin University The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has recognised Charles Darwin University-led research into the Earth’s oldest animals with the adoption
- [Winery flips the switch on ‘first of its kind’ Solar project](https://econews.com.au/winery-flips-the-switch-on-first-of-its-kind-solar-project/) - Lowe Family Wine Co. a leader in organic and biodynamic winemaking, has just joined just a handful of wineries in NSW, in completely disconnecting from the grid. The Mudgee-based estate will now power its entire operation, including the vineyard, winery, cellar door, and hatted restaurant, The Zin House, with a landmark solar and battery system. The switch is the equivalent of taking
- [Smart Ocean launches near-real-time wave indication – boosting safety and decision-support at sea](https://econews.com.au/smart-ocean-launches-near-real-time-wave-indication-boosting-safety-and-decision-support-at-sea/) - Smart Ocean AS is now launching a new feature that provides near real-time wave indication on all of the company’s buoys. The solution makes it possible to monitor wave height and sea conditions, with updates every 15 minutes. This gives users a more accurate view of conditions at sea where the equipment is located —
- [International system integrator SMA Altenso enters the Australian market to deliver innovative renewable energy solutions](https://econews.com.au/international-system-integrator-sma-altenso-enters-the-australian-market-to-deliver-innovative-renewable-energy-solutions/) - Left: Dr.Ing. Enrique Garralaga, Managing, Director SMA Altenso and Altenso Australia. Right: Julien Tissandier Managing Director Altenso Australia International energy solutions company SMA Altenso has officially opened its Australian subsidiary, Altenso Australia, with offices in Sydney to bring its renewable energy expertise in utility-scale battery storage and power conversion for hydrogen applications to Australia’s clean
- [WMRR welcomes NSW’s first Waste and Circular Infrastructure Plan](https://econews.com.au/wmrr-welcomes-nsws-first-waste-and-circular-infrastructure-plan/) - The Waste Management and Resource Recovery Association of Australia (WMRR) today welcomed the NSW Government’s release of the first chapter of the NSW Waste and Circular Infrastructure Plan, describing it as a vital and long-overdue step towards building the infrastructure needed to support a circular economy. “This announcement marks an important milestone that reflects years of
- [Over 2 million birds counted as the Aussie Bird Count takes flight for a weekend surge](https://econews.com.au/over-2-million-birds-counted-as-the-aussie-bird-count-takes-flight-for-a-weekend-surge/) - Sulphur-crested Cockatoo Photo Credit: Georgina Steytler More than 2 million birds counted at the halfway point of one of Australia’s biggest and most beloved citizen science events Will 2025 set a new record and which state will count the most? To take part in this year’s Aussie Bird Count, register at www.aussiebirdcount.org.au The 2025 Aussie Bird Count is
- [Greener Future Ahead: Cumberland City Council Scores NSW Funding for Vibrant New Open Spaces](https://econews.com.au/greener-future-ahead-cumberland-city-council-scores-nsw-funding-for-vibrant-new-open-spaces/) - Cumberland City Council is thrilled to announce it has secured funding from the NSW Government through the Metropolitan Greenspace Program, to support two exciting projects aimed at enhancing public green spaces across Cumberland. The funding includes $150,000 for the development of the Edible Garden of the World at the Auburn Botanic Gardens, a unique project that will
- [Belmont Lagoon abuzz as spring birds splash down for annual count](https://econews.com.au/belmont-lagoon-abuzz-as-spring-birds-splash-down-for-annual-count/) - Grahame Feletti pointing out lagoon activity to a birdwatching group The male eastern koel is a shy and retiring character, although you’d never guess it from his trademark call. Experts describe it as a “loud ascending whistle”. Countless light sleepers describe it as “hell on Earth”. But for birdwatching enthusiasts like Grahame Feletti, the red-eyed
- [RELECTRIFY UNVEILS WORLD-LEADING AUSTRALIAN-DESIGNED BATTERY WITH $25 MILLION FUNDING BOOST FROM ARENA](https://econews.com.au/relectrify-unveils-world-leading-australian-designed-battery-with-25-million-funding-boost-from-arena/) - John Clifford, Relectrify Chairman,? The Hon. Sarah Witty MP, Member. Kate Thwaites MP, Special Envoy for Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience, James Hutchinson ARENA, Program Manager Jeff Renaud, Relectrify CEO – AC1 battery energy storage system (AC1 BESS) designed for grid-scale and industrial use – AC1 BESS delivers 20% more lifetime energy than conventional BESS technology
- [Xpansiv Connect-Gold Standard Registry Integration to Automate Trade Settlement and Streamline Portfolio Management of VER and CORSIA EEU Credits](https://econews.com.au/xpansiv-connect-gold-standard-registry-integration-to-automate-trade-settlement-and-streamline-portfolio-management-of-ver-and-corsia-eeu-credits/) - Linkage will ensure same-day settlement of Gold Standard credit trades on Xpansiv’s CBL spot exchange, including units deliverable into the CBL CORSIA CP1 standardized contract Integration will enable the automatic display of CORSIA and other Gold Standard registry tags in the Xpansiv Connect portfolio management system Gold Standard customers will be able to manage positions
- [Cathay and Airbus form co-investment partnership for scaling sustainable aviation fuel adoption](https://econews.com.au/cathay-and-airbus-form-co-investment-partnership-for-scaling-sustainable-aviation-fuel-adoption/) - Up to US$70 million investment agreement for projects accelerating production capability The agreement was announced at a ceremony hosted by Cathay Chief Operations and Service Delivery Officer Alex McGowan (left) and Airbus President Asia Pacific Anand Stanley (right) The Cathay Group and Airbus have announced a joint investment agreement of up to US$70 million (HK$545
- [Closer connections for better climate disclosure](https://econews.com.au/closer-connections-for-better-climate-disclosure/) - Harold Pauwels, GRI’s Director of Standards GRI-CDP mapping for aligned climate and energy reporting: helping organizations improve data quality and reduce duplication In support of shared ambitions to enable more coherent and efficient environmental reporting by organizations worldwide, GRI and CDP have released a new resource that maps CDP’s 2025 corporate questionnaire and the recently released
- [ASI honours sustainability leaders](https://econews.com.au/asi-honours-sustainability-leaders/) - Bradbury Park Playscape (Winner – Small projects under $10m) Australian Steel Institute The steel industry’s leading sustainability projects and champions have been announced at the Australian Steel Institute’s (ASI) 2025 Steel Sustainability Awards (SSA). The winners and a high commendation in the steel industry’s premier sustainability awards (https://www.steel.org.au/asi-steel-sustainability-awards-2025/ ) are: • St Marys Integrated Project Office (Winner – Large
- [Wasted opportunity: How Australia can turn trash into jobs and innovation](https://econews.com.au/wasted-opportunity-how-australia-can-turn-trash-into-jobs-and-innovation/) - UNSW’s Professor Veena Sahajwalla UNSW Sydney UNSW’s Professor Veena Sahajwalla is calling for Australians to reimagine waste as a valuable resource that can drive manufacturing, create jobs and support sustainability. At the National Press Club in Canberra today, UNSW Sydney’s Scientia Professor Veena Sahajwalla called on policymakers, industry and communities to embrace a new vision
- [How Green Music Australia is changing the tune on climate action](https://econews.com.au/how-green-music-australia-is-changing-the-tune-on-climate-action/) - Berish Bilander has spent years working at the intersection of two worlds that don’t always harmonise: the fast-paced, high-energy music industry and the methodical, urgent work of climate action. As the driving force behind Green Music Australia, he sees the connection between them as crystal clear. “Music is more than entertainment,” he says. “It connects
- [Endangered Chuditch become proud grandparents at WA wildlife sanctuary](https://econews.com.au/endangered-chuditch-become-proud-grandparents-at-wa-wildlife-sanctuary/) - Juvenile Chuditch inside mumspouch. Second gen for Mt-Gibson. ©-Louis-ONeill Mt Gibson Wildlife Sanctuary welcomes second generation of Western Quolls A litter of four Chuditch (Western Quoll) discovered at Mt Gibson Wildlife Sanctuary in Western Australia’s Wheatbelt region marked a conservation milestone for the sanctuary, as the first ‘grandchildren’ to a population that was reintroduced two years ago.
- [Avnet and AMD Launch ‘AMD on Wheels’ National Roadshow to Power Australia’s AI and Sustainability Future](https://econews.com.au/avnet-and-amd-launch-amd-on-wheels-national-roadshow-to-power-australias-ai-and-sustainability-future/) - National Roadshow Brings High-Performance AI Solutions and Hands-On Innovation Across Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne, and Adelaide Avnet, a leading global technology distributor, is teaming up with AMD, a world leader in high-performance computing and adaptive technologies, together with element14, to launch the inaugural “AMD on Wheels” national roadshow—bringing cutting-edge AI and sustainable innovation directly to Australia’s
- [Intrepid Travel wins Best Grants Program at the 2025 Workplace Giving Australia Awards](https://econews.com.au/intrepid-travel-wins-best-grants-program-at-the-2025-workplace-giving-australia-awards/) - Intrepid Travel’s has been recognised with the Best Grants Program Award at the 2025 Workplace Giving Australia Awards, celebrating its innovative and highly engaged Impact Grant program. The annual awards acknowledge organisations that are leading the way in employee giving and social impact. Intrepid was recognised alongside major Australian brands including Australia Post and Commonwealth Bank
- [Rip Curl GromSearch Takes Over Sydney](https://econews.com.au/rip-curl-gromsearch-takes-over-sydney/) - U16 Boys 72 young surfers aged 16 and under took over Sydney’s UrbnSurf wave pool on Monday to compete for the National GromSearch Champion title. The competitors battled it out across three different age groups: U12s, U14s, and U16s, under scorching conditions, with recently crowned World Champion and former GromSearch finalist Molly Picklum in attendance.
- [Schneider Electric’s AirSeT Honored by World Economic Forum for Excellence in Sustainable Design](https://econews.com.au/schneider-electrics-airset-honored-by-world-economic-forum-for-excellence-in-sustainable-design/) - Schneider Electric, the global leader in energy management and automation, is proud to announce that its pioneering medium-voltage switchgear technology, AirSeT, has been recognised by the World Economic Forum’s Alliance of CEO Climate Leaders as Champions of the Scope 3 Downstream Solutions Challenge in the Sustainable Design category. This prestigious recognition highlights AirSeT’s transformative role in reducing greenhouse
- [BirdLife Australia’s Aussie Bird Count begins today](https://econews.com.au/birdlife-australias-aussie-bird-count-begins-today/) - Sulphur-crested Cockatoo Photo Credit: Georgina Steytler One of Australia’s biggest and most beloved citizen science events returns for its 12th year Will the Rainbow Lorikeet reign supreme as Australia’s most frequently counted bird? To take part in this year’s Aussie Bird Count, register at www.aussiebirdcount.org.au The 2025 Aussie Bird Count, one of Australia’s largest citizen science events,
- [Designing a Greener Future: Good Design Awards Honour Sustainability Trailblazers](https://econews.com.au/designing-a-greener-future-good-design-awards-honour-sustainability-trailblazers/) - Australian Good Design Award of the Year – Hullbot As the curtain closes on the 68th annual Good Design Awards on Friday night, Australia’s most prestigious recognition for design and innovation sends a clear message: design is not just about aesthetics, it’s a core business strategy driving productivity, competitiveness, and sustainable growth. The ceremony, held
- [GED KEARNEY BACKS MELBOURNE IMPACT VENTURE TO SUPPORT JOBS](https://econews.com.au/ged-kearney-backs-melbourne-impact-venture-to-support-jobs/) - Federal Member for Cooper Ged Kearney and GOODSERCLE CEO, Gauri Shah GOODSERCLE partners councils and householders across Melbourne to tackle e-waste Federal Member for Cooper Ged Kearney has visited Melbourne circular economy enterprise GOODSERCLE today following the organisation’s award of a WorkFoundations grant to build work-readiness pathways and create paid employment placements in the appliance
- [Global study revises greenhouse gas emissions for tropical inland waters](https://econews.com.au/global-study-revises-greenhouse-gas-emissions-for-tropical-inland-waters/) - Aerial view of the South Alligator River and floodplain (Northern Territory, Australia). Lowland tropical rivers emit large quantities of greenhouse gases, with rates influenced by seasonal flooding. Phone Credit: Jenny Davis. Charles Darwin University Tropical inland waters don’t produce as many greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions as previously estimated, according to the results of an international
- [Australian schools in the running to win a free screening of award-winning documentary Corals’ Last Stand – the Fight to Save Scott Reef](https://econews.com.au/australian-schools-in-the-running-to-win-a-free-screening-of-award-winning-documentary-corals-last-stand-the-fight-to-save-scott-reef/) - Teachers for Climate Australia and the Save Scott Reef Alliance Teachers for Climate Australia with the Save Scott Reef Alliance are giving 10 Australian schools the chance to win a FREE license to screen the award-winning documentary Corals’ Last Stand. A guest speaker can also be arranged to visit successful schools. Schools can take part in the competition through the following link before 1 November
- [New national parks in central west one step closer](https://econews.com.au/new-national-parks-in-central-west-one-step-closer/) - Victorian National Parks Association The new reserves will protect tens of thousands of hectares of habitat, marking a historic milestone for nature, climate and communities. Promised in 2021, the legislation delivers on decades of tireless advocacy from local and statewide conservation groups, who worked hard to keep irreplaceable landscapes?and wildlife safe from logging, resource exploitation
- [NSW moves battery regulation from policy to action as public consultation opens](https://econews.com.au/nsw-moves-battery-regulation-from-policy-to-action-as-public-consultation-opens/) - B-cycle, Australia’s national battery recycling scheme developed by the Battery Stewardship Council (BSC), says the NSW Government’s decision to open public consultation on draft battery regulations marks a critical step towards safer, more responsible battery use and disposal across the country. The draft regulations, now open for comment under the Product Lifecycle Responsibility Act 2025, will make
- [Woody Harrelson praises eco-lit shining light on dangerous farming practices](https://econews.com.au/woody-harrelson-praises-eco-lit-shining-light-on-dangerous-farming-practices/) - Alex Woodard Photo Credit: Sandy Carter I remember the first time I heard the word holistic, backstage at a self-help seminar I was speaking at. My first impression was that the word felt too new-age-ish…in other words, an ineffective lens with which to view healing. I mean, why not just take an Advil for that headache, instead of
- [Electric vehicles are key to unlocking clean energy revolution, but charging infrastructure needs to catch up fast, SXSW expert panel reveals](https://econews.com.au/electric-vehicles-are-key-to-unlocking-clean-energy-revolution-but-charging-infrastructure-needs-to-catch-up-fast-sxsw-expert-panel-reveals/) - JOLT, Uber and Polestar senior executives share insights on how electric and autonomous vehicles are driving the green communities of the future Electric and autonomous vehicles are the key to unlocking the nation’s clean energy revolution and will be critical in reaching Australia’s aggressive emissions targets, a SXSW panel featuring senior executives from Uber, Polestar and JOLT has revealed. The
- [Science has the solution to end algal blooms: Humble oyster key to address ocean crisis](https://econews.com.au/science-has-the-solution-to-end-algal-blooms-humble-oyster-key-to-address-ocean-crisis/) - The Nature Conservancy Australia says large-scale shellfish restorations could help to solve the South Australian algal bloom, which continues to suffocate marine life. Photo by Jarrod Boord, supplied by The Nature Conservancy Australia. The Nature Conservancy Australia Conservation scientists from The Nature Conservancy (TNC) Australia say large-scale shellfish reef restoration can turn the tide on
- [10 Transformative Innovations for Climate Action and Planetary Health](https://econews.com.au/10-transformative-innovations-for-climate-action-and-planetary-health/) - New report spotlights 10 tech solutions to accelerate climate action – from carbon-locking concrete and sustainable desalination for arid regions to cars that feed the electric grid. The research maps a wave of emerging technologies with significant potential to tackle climate disruption head-on, from droughts to methane leaks to rising seas. The report focuses on
- [CH4 Global throws its weight behind Adelaide to host COP31](https://econews.com.au/ch4-global-throws-its-weight-behind-adelaide-to-host-cop31/) - Leading Australian agri-tech company CH4 Global supports government moves to bring COP31 to Adelaide, and encourages Australia to join the UN Global Seaweed Initiative As Australia’s largest commercial producer of the methane-busting seaweed Asparagopsis, CH4 Global is throwing its weight behind COP31 being held in South Australia ahead of COP30 in Brazil this November. CH4
- [Slow Food to COP30: No Climate Justice Without Food Justice](https://econews.com.au/slow-food-to-cop30-no-climate-justice-without-food-justice/) - On World Food Day, a call for food to be prioritized in climate policy As the world prepares for COP30 in Belém, Brazil (November 10–21), Slow Food calls on global leaders to place the just transition of food systems at the heart of climate negotiations. The climate crisis has reshaped our world, and unless we urgently rethink how food is
- [IUCN World Conservation Congress signals global consensus on protection of seamounts](https://econews.com.au/iucn-world-conservation-congress-signals-global-consensus-on-protection-of-seamounts/) - IUCN Motion 032 to protect seamounts passes with overwhelming majority – 95% of States and government agency members, and 99% of NGOs and Indigenous People’s organizations vote YES The 2025 International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) World Conservation Congress (WCC) marks a milestone moment today with the adoption of a resolution transition from destructive
- [The future of AI hinges on how we power and cool data](https://econews.com.au/the-future-of-ai-hinges-on-how-we-power-and-cool-data/) - By Farok Ghadially, Vice President IT & Data Centres, Pacific Zone, Schneider Electric Artificial intelligence (AI) is driving one of the most transformative industrial revolutions of our time. With the market projected to surpass $1.3 trillion by 2029. AI is reshaping industries, unlocking new efficiencies, and redefining how we live and work. But behind the scenes of
- [EcoCeres Becomes the Only Pure-Play Renewable Fuel Producer to Join the United Nations Global Compact](https://econews.com.au/ecoceres-becomes-the-only-pure-play-renewable-fuel-producer-to-join-the-united-nations-global-compact/) - EcoCeres Inc., a leading pure-play renewable fuel producer, is proud to announce its official membership in the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC). This milestone positions EcoCeres as the only company dedicated solely to the production of sustainable fuels within this esteemed initiative. The achievement underscores EcoCeres’ unwavering commitment to advancing sustainable development and promoting responsible
- [AECOM recommits $1m to support Great Barrier Reef’s resilience through 2029](https://econews.com.au/aecom-recommits-1m-to-support-great-barrier-reefs-resilience-through-2029/) - AECOM AECOM, the trusted global infrastructure leader, today announced it has recommitted to its partnership with the Great Barrier Reef Foundation and will provide an additional AUD$1 million in advisory and technical consulting services aimed at finding tangible Reef restoration and resilience solutions over four years. This builds on AECOM’s long-standing commitment to the Reef,
- [Wagner delivers Australia’s first dedicated Sustainable Aviation Fuel Blending Terminal](https://econews.com.au/wagner-delivers-australias-first-dedicated-sustainable-aviation-fuel-blending-terminal/) - Aircraft refueling at Wellcamp Airport, Toowoomba. Wagner Sustainable Fuels is operating the world-first co-located airport blending terminal at Wellcamp Airport. Boeing support will help accelerate the commercialization of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Wagner Sustainable Fuels has commenced operations at Australia’s first dedicated Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) blending terminal, partnering with Boeing [NYSE:BA] and technology provider,
- [Epson sponsors Onigiri Action to provide school meals to children in Africa and Asia for the third consecutive year](https://econews.com.au/epson-sponsors-onigiri-action-to-provide-school-meals-to-children-in-africa-and-asia-for-the-third-consecutive-year/) - Credit: Epson Onigiri Action Epson has announced its support for Onigiri Action 2025 as an official partner for the third consecutive year. This initiative, organised by the non-profit TABLE FOR TWO International (TFT), aims to address global food insecurity. It will run until 15 November 2025. Onigiri Action is a social initiative in which participants post
- [Australia Post powers up sustainability milestones with next-gen electric delivery vehicles](https://econews.com.au/australia-post-powers-up-sustainability-milestones-with-next-gen-electric-delivery-vehicles/) - Australia Post is ramping up its national fleet modernisation with the rollout of 500 new electric delivery vehicles, reinforcing its commitment to safer, more sustainable and efficient parcel deliveries. The new three-wheeled Rapide 3 marks a significant upgrade to Australia Post’s delivery operations, offering improved safety performance and handling, enhanced productivity and speed, and the
- [One week to go: Join the flock and sign up for the 2025 Aussie Bird Count – 20–26 October](https://econews.com.au/one-week-to-go-join-the-flock-and-sign-up-for-the-2025-aussie-bird-count-20-26-october/) - Rainbow Lorikeet Credit: Andrew Silcocks Registrations open for Australia’s largest citizen science project The 2025 Aussie Bird Count is just around the corner, with one week till Australians around the country begin counting! Australia’s largest citizen science event, this national celebration of our unique and diverse birdlife will run from Monday 20 to Sunday 26 October
- [Five steps to protect your business from the rising costs of extreme weather events](https://econews.com.au/five-steps-to-protect-your-business-from-the-rising-costs-of-extreme-weather-events/) - Cordelia street in South Brisbane Extreme weather events are becoming a costly risk to Australian businesses, with new research from Insurance Catastrophe Resilience Report revealing that Australia is only second to the United States for the cost of extreme weather events over the past 45 years. The disruptive and costly impact of extreme weather events in reflected
- [Conry Tech secures AUD$3m seed round to build world’s best air conditioner](https://econews.com.au/conry-tech-secures-aud3m-seed-round-to-build-worlds-best-air-conditioner/) - Leo Chan Audacy Investment VP, Sam Ringwaldt Conry Tech CEO and co-founder, Toby Chan Audacy Co-Founder & General Partner Startup hopes to build manufacturing facilities in Australia Conry Tech, a startup on a mission to reinvent air-conditioning and eliminate a billion tonnes of CO2 emissions, has raised AUD$3m in seed funding. This takes its total
- [AI-Powered Innovation Targets Feral Cats to Protect Threatened Native Wildlife](https://econews.com.au/ai-powered-innovation-targets-feral-cats-to-protect-threatened-native-wildlife/) - Timberscope’s Rod Brindley and Bush Heritage’s James Smith inspect the new AI-powered trap. Image credit: Grassland Films. Bush Heritage Australia A new AI-powered device being rolled out nationwide is showing promising signs it could be a game changer for feral cat management and the fight to protect native species. Feral cats kill over 1.5 billion
- [Motorsport’s Hydrogen Dream Becomes a Reality in Qiddiya](https://econews.com.au/motorsports-hydrogen-dream-becomes-a-reality-in-qiddiya/) - The FIA Extreme H World Cup was a celebratory milestone. Not only was it the world’s first hydrogen-powered motorsport event, but it was the culmination of four years of hard work. With coverage through 90 broadcasters across 180 global markets, Extreme H engaged both traditional and next-generation fans. Its focus on cutting-edge technology, sustainability, and
- [Celebrating 20 years of Sustainability in Victoria](https://econews.com.au/celebrating-20-years-of-sustainability-in-victoria/) - l-r is: Matt Genever, CEO Sustainability Victoria, Johan Scheffer, Sustainability Victoria Board Chair, Sheena Watt MP Parliamentary Secretary for Climate Action and John Thwaites, Climateworks Australia Sustainability Victoria is marking two decades of impact – celebrating 20 years as the state’s lead agency for accelerating sustainability and cutting waste and emissions. Established in 2005 to
- [Setting the stage for our next clean energy leaders: PowerMakers](https://econews.com.au/setting-the-stage-for-our-next-clean-energy-leaders-powermakers/) - First Nations Clean Energy Network 26 First Nations people have been selected from over 100 applicants to participate in PowerMakers, a transformative capacity building program for First Nations people pursuing clean energy solutions in homes, communities, and on Country. Designed and delivered by the First Nations Clean Energy Network with assistance from trusted experts in
- [Sustainability efforts earn top honour](https://econews.com.au/sustainability-efforts-earn-top-honour/) - Australian dredging and marine infrastructure business Hall Contracting has been recognised for its outstanding contribution to international trade and sustainability, having won the Sustainability and Green Economy award at the Premier of Queensland’s Export Awards 2025 held in Brisbane on 10 October. Delivered by Trade and Investment Queensland, the awards celebrate innovation, excellence and determination
- [La Trobe wins global recognition for sustainable leadership](https://econews.com.au/la-trobe-wins-global-recognition-for-sustainable-leadership/) - Nangak Tamboree’s Wildlife Sanctuary is home to the Indigenous plant nursery. La Trobe University La Trobe University has been recognised for its leadership in sustainability, taking out the Nature Positive category at the 2025 International Green Gown Awards. The win is a significant step up from last year’s victory in the Australasian category. This prestigious accolade celebrates La Trobe’s Nangak Tamboree project, a visionary initiative transforming an ecological corridor through
- [Leading the Way in Sustainability – Orange named 2025 KAB NSW Tidy Towns Winner](https://econews.com.au/leading-the-way-in-sustainability-orange-named-2025-kab-nsw-tidy-towns-winner/) - The winners of the Keep Australia Beautiful NSW (KAB NSW) 2025 Tidy Towns Awards were announced on 12 October at a vibrant ceremony hosted by the 2024 titleholder, Parkes. The prestigious title of Overall Tidy Towns Winner 2025 was awarded to Orange, recognising its continued leadership in sustainability, community collaboration, and environmental innovation. With this
- [World’s Largest CEO Climate Alliance Slashes Emissions While Delivering Growth and Urges Collaboration to Scale Impact](https://econews.com.au/worlds-largest-ceo-climate-alliance-slashes-emissions-while-delivering-growth-and-urges-collaboration-to-scale-impact/) - The World Economic Forum’s Alliance of CEO Climate Leaders shares an open letter urging world leaders to accelerate the transition to a low-carbon, resilient economy. The open letter calls on world leaders to deepen public-private collaboration to unlock the full potential of the climate economy. From 2019 to 2023, members reduced aggregate emissions by 12%
- [Schneider Electric ranked #1 global microgrid integrator by Guidehouse Research](https://econews.com.au/schneider-electric-ranked-1-global-microgrid-integrator-by-guidehouse-research/) - Nicole Blackburn, Director Microgrids, Schneider Electric Recognition highlights Schneider’s leadership in advancing energy resilience and accelerating the transition to a low-carbon future The global microgrid market is forecast to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 17.8% from 2025 to 2034, according to Guidehouse Research. More than 500 microgrids deployed worldwide, supporting critical infrastructure,
- [SUSTAINABLE ACTION CONFERENCE 2025: THE FUTURE IS NOW: ACCELERATING SUSTAINABLE TRANSFORMATION](https://econews.com.au/sustainable-action-conference-2025-the-future-is-now-accelerating-sustainable-transformation/) - Sustainability has become more than a corporate buzzword—it is now a decisive factor shaping the future of industries worldwide. For businesses across Malaysia and the region, the pressure to integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations into operations is no longer optional. Rising expectations from consumers, investors, and regulators are driving the demand for transparent
- [Textile drop-off finds new life for old clothes](https://econews.com.au/textile-drop-off-finds-new-life-for-old-clothes/) - Sandra James hands over clothes and sheets to LMCC Sustainability Engagement Officer Lucy Kelliher A new recycling event in Lake Macquarie is aiming to eliminate the elephant in the room when it comes to Australia’s obsession with ‘fast fashion’. The inaugural Clothing Drop-Off Day on Saturday 11 October encourages locals to hand over usable men’s,
- [HONEYWELL AND LS ELECTRIC ANNOUNCE GLOBAL PARTNERSHIP TO ACCELERATE INNOVATION FOR DATA CENTRES AND BATTERY ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEMS](https://econews.com.au/honeywell-and-ls-electric-announce-global-partnership-to-accelerate-innovation-for-data-centres-and-battery-energy-storage-systems/) - Billal Hammoud, Honeywell & Mr JongWoo Kim, LS Electric Integrated power and control solutions will help data centres avoid costly downtime via intelligent power management. Companies will collaborate on highly integrated battery energy storage systems for commercial and industrial buildings. Honeywell (NASDAQ: HON) on Thursday announced a global strategic collaboration with LS ELECTRIC (KRX:010120) to
- [Give Twice This Christmas with the Gifts that Give Back](https://econews.com.au/give-twice-this-christmas-with-the-gifts-that-give-back/) - This Christmas season, we’re spotlighting gifts that give back – from 1% for the Planet member brands making every purchase count. Every product from these businesses gives twice: once to your loved ones, and once back to the planet. That’s because each certified member donates 1% of annual revenue to vetted environmental partners, driving real,
- [2025 Telstra Best of Business Awards Celebrate Outstanding Growth Across Australia](https://econews.com.au/2025-telstra-best-of-business-awards-celebrate-outstanding-growth-across-australia/) - The 2025 Telstra Best of Business Awards have announced their Outstanding Growth state winners, highlighting businesses that are not only thriving but making meaningful contributions to their industries and communities. Among this year’s winners, a strong focus on sustainability stands out, with companies across Australia pioneering innovative solutions to environmental challenges. Victoria’s Bridgeford Group is a zero-emissions

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- [climate](https://econews.com.au/tag/climate-2/)
- [Climate change](https://econews.com.au/tag/climate-change/)
- [energy](https://econews.com.au/tag/energy/)
- [energy-saving](https://econews.com.au/tag/energy-saving/)
- [environment](https://econews.com.au/tag/environment/)
- [EU](https://econews.com.au/tag/eu/)
- [Europe](https://econews.com.au/tag/europe/)
- [European](https://econews.com.au/tag/european/)
- [Gillard](https://econews.com.au/tag/gillard/)
- [government](https://econews.com.au/tag/government/)
- [green](https://econews.com.au/tag/green/)
- [greens](https://econews.com.au/tag/greens/)
- [Hedegaard](https://econews.com.au/tag/hedegaard/)
- [investment](https://econews.com.au/tag/investment/)
- [Italy](https://econews.com.au/tag/italy/)
- [Liberals](https://econews.com.au/tag/liberals/)
- [new tax](https://econews.com.au/tag/new-tax/)
- [nuceal](https://econews.com.au/tag/nuceal/)
- [Opposition Leader](https://econews.com.au/tag/opposition-leader/)
- [politics](https://econews.com.au/tag/politics-2/)
- [pollution](https://econews.com.au/tag/pollution/)
- [prime minister](https://econews.com.au/tag/prime-minister/)
- [protest](https://econews.com.au/tag/protest/)
- [renewables](https://econews.com.au/tag/renewables/)
- [South Americam](https://econews.com.au/tag/south-americam/)
- [Swan](https://econews.com.au/tag/swan/)
- [tax](https://econews.com.au/tag/tax/)
- [Treasurer](https://econews.com.au/tag/treasurer/)
- [UK](https://econews.com.au/tag/uk/)
- [Us](https://econews.com.au/tag/us/)
- [world trade](https://econews.com.au/tag/world-trade/)
- [coal](https://econews.com.au/tag/coal/)
- [ALP](https://econews.com.au/tag/alp/)
- [Queensland](https://econews.com.au/tag/queensland/)
- [Australian Labor Party](https://econews.com.au/tag/australian-labor-party/)
- [greenhouse gas](https://econews.com.au/tag/greenhouse-gas/)
- [Labor government](https://econews.com.au/tag/labor-government/)
- [unions](https://econews.com.au/tag/unions/)
- [conference](https://econews.com.au/tag/conference/)
- [greenhouse](https://econews.com.au/tag/greenhouse/)
- [politic](https://econews.com.au/tag/politic/)
- [Brisbane](https://econews.com.au/tag/brisbane/)
- [WEEC](https://econews.com.au/tag/weec/)
- [Asia-Pacific](https://econews.com.au/tag/asia-pacific/)
- [research](https://econews.com.au/tag/research/)
- [industry](https://econews.com.au/tag/industry/)
- [education](https://econews.com.au/tag/education/)
- [greenhouse gases](https://econews.com.au/tag/greenhouse-gases/)
- [Kyoto](https://econews.com.au/tag/kyoto/)
- [protocol](https://econews.com.au/tag/protocol/)
- [WWF](https://econews.com.au/tag/wwf/)
- [emissions](https://econews.com.au/tag/emissions/)
- [trees](https://econews.com.au/tag/trees/)
- [clearing](https://econews.com.au/tag/clearing/)
- [gas](https://econews.com.au/tag/gas/)
- [Labor](https://econews.com.au/tag/labor/)
- [economy](https://econews.com.au/tag/economy/)
- [Combet](https://econews.com.au/tag/combet/)
- [jobs](https://econews.com.au/tag/jobs/)
- [carbon price](https://econews.com.au/tag/carbon-price/)
- [mining](https://econews.com.au/tag/mining/)
- [business](https://econews.com.au/tag/business-2/)
- [small business](https://econews.com.au/tag/small-business/)
- [voters](https://econews.com.au/tag/voters/)
- [popularity](https://econews.com.au/tag/popularity/)
- [SME](https://econews.com.au/tag/sme/)
- [MYOB](https://econews.com.au/tag/myob/)
- [green cars](https://econews.com.au/tag/green-cars/)
- [hydrogen](https://econews.com.au/tag/hydrogen/)
- [alternative fuels](https://econews.com.au/tag/alternative-fuels/)
- [automobiles](https://econews.com.au/tag/automobiles/)
- [cars](https://econews.com.au/tag/cars-2/)
- [electric](https://econews.com.au/tag/electric/)
- [hybrid](https://econews.com.au/tag/hybrid/)
- [Toyota](https://econews.com.au/tag/toyota/)
- [Mercedes-Benz](https://econews.com.au/tag/mercedes-benz/)
- [Nissan](https://econews.com.au/tag/nissan/)
- [Prius](https://econews.com.au/tag/prius/)
- [LEAF](https://econews.com.au/tag/leaf/)
- [United Nations](https://econews.com.au/tag/united-nations/)
- [UN](https://econews.com.au/tag/un/)
- [forest](https://econews.com.au/tag/forest/)
- [orang-utang](https://econews.com.au/tag/orang-utang/)
- [deforestation](https://econews.com.au/tag/deforestation/)
- [conservation](https://econews.com.au/tag/conservation/)
- [sustainable](https://econews.com.au/tag/sustainable/)
- [biodiversity](https://econews.com.au/tag/biodiversity/)
- [solar](https://econews.com.au/tag/solar/)
- [Google](https://econews.com.au/tag/google/)
- [Obama](https://econews.com.au/tag/obama/)
- [solar power](https://econews.com.au/tag/solar-power/)
- [China](https://econews.com.au/tag/china/)
- [heliostats](https://econews.com.au/tag/heliostats/)
- [private equity](https://econews.com.au/tag/private-equity/)
- [oil](https://econews.com.au/tag/oil/)
- [natural gas](https://econews.com.au/tag/natural-gas/)
- [oil shale](https://econews.com.au/tag/oil-shale/)
- [Easter](https://econews.com.au/tag/easter/)
- [carbon frioebndly](https://econews.com.au/tag/carbon-frioebndly/)
- [Carbon Down](https://econews.com.au/tag/carbon-down/)
- [VECCI](https://econews.com.au/tag/vecci/)
- [Victorian government](https://econews.com.au/tag/victorian-government/)
- [fairtrade](https://econews.com.au/tag/fairtrade/)
- [Easter Buns](https://econews.com.au/tag/easter-buns/)
- [smart travel](https://econews.com.au/tag/smart-travel/)
- [plastic](https://econews.com.au/tag/plastic/)
- [seafood](https://econews.com.au/tag/seafood/)
- [electric vehicles](https://econews.com.au/tag/electric-vehicles/)
- [EV](https://econews.com.au/tag/ev/)
- [Chevrolet](https://econews.com.au/tag/chevrolet/)
- [Volt](https://econews.com.au/tag/volt/)
- [transport](https://econews.com.au/tag/transport-2/)
- [disaster](https://econews.com.au/tag/disaster/)
- [Japan](https://econews.com.au/tag/japan/)
- [debt](https://econews.com.au/tag/debt/)
- [sovereign debt](https://econews.com.au/tag/sovereign-debt/)
- [dollar](https://econews.com.au/tag/dollar/)
- [yen](https://econews.com.au/tag/yen/)
- [natural disaster](https://econews.com.au/tag/natural-disaster/)
- [nuclear](https://econews.com.au/tag/nuclear/)
- [nuclear power](https://econews.com.au/tag/nuclear-power/)
- [carbon credits](https://econews.com.au/tag/carbon-credits/)
- [clean energy](https://econews.com.au/tag/clean-energy/)
- [energy reduction](https://econews.com.au/tag/energy-reduction/)
- [can-and-trade](https://econews.com.au/tag/can-and-trade/)
- [carbon emissions](https://econews.com.au/tag/carbon-emissions/)
- [California](https://econews.com.au/tag/california/)
- [Canada](https://econews.com.au/tag/canada/)
- [climate initiative](https://econews.com.au/tag/climate-initiative/)
- [Westacott](https://econews.com.au/tag/westacott/)
- [BCA](https://econews.com.au/tag/bca/)
- [business council](https://econews.com.au/tag/business-council/)
- [ETS](https://econews.com.au/tag/ets/)
- [emissions trading scheme](https://econews.com.au/tag/emissions-trading-scheme/)
- [Rudd](https://econews.com.au/tag/rudd/)
- [compensation](https://econews.com.au/tag/compensation/)
- [Grattan Insitute](https://econews.com.au/tag/grattan-insitute/)
- [competitive](https://econews.com.au/tag/competitive/)
- [aluminium](https://econews.com.au/tag/aluminium/)
- [steel](https://econews.com.au/tag/steel/)
- [cement](https://econews.com.au/tag/cement/)
- [CPRS](https://econews.com.au/tag/cprs/)
- [carbon pollution reduction scheme](https://econews.com.au/tag/carbon-pollution-reduction-scheme/)
- [John Daley](https://econews.com.au/tag/john-daley/)
- [carbon polutions](https://econews.com.au/tag/carbon-polutions/)
- [CO2](https://econews.com.au/tag/co2/)
- [European Union](https://econews.com.au/tag/european-union/)
- [emissions trading](https://econews.com.au/tag/emissions-trading/)
- [onesteel](https://econews.com.au/tag/onesteel/)
- [taxes](https://econews.com.au/tag/taxes/)
- [steelmaking](https://econews.com.au/tag/steelmaking/)
- [imports](https://econews.com.au/tag/imports/)
- [exports](https://econews.com.au/tag/exports/)
- [EETS](https://econews.com.au/tag/eets/)
- [trade unions](https://econews.com.au/tag/trade-unions/)
- [AWU](https://econews.com.au/tag/awu/)
- [Whyalla](https://econews.com.au/tag/whyalla/)
- [olympics](https://econews.com.au/tag/olympics/)
- [renewable](https://econews.com.au/tag/renewable/)
- [London](https://econews.com.au/tag/london/)
- [wind turbine](https://econews.com.au/tag/wind-turbine/)
- [roads](https://econews.com.au/tag/roads/)
- [travel](https://econews.com.au/tag/travel-2/)
- [railways](https://econews.com.au/tag/railways/)
- [bicycles](https://econews.com.au/tag/bicycles/)
- [walking](https://econews.com.au/tag/walking/)
- [ACF](https://econews.com.au/tag/acf/)
- [Australian Conservation Foundation](https://econews.com.au/tag/australian-conservation-foundation/)
- [tsunami](https://econews.com.au/tag/tsunami/)
- [earthquake](https://econews.com.au/tag/earthquake/)
- [contamination](https://econews.com.au/tag/contamination/)
- [Chernobyl](https://econews.com.au/tag/chernobyl/)
- [office workers](https://econews.com.au/tag/office-workers/)
- [plants](https://econews.com.au/tag/plants/)
- [earthwatch](https://econews.com.au/tag/earthwatch/)
- [science](https://econews.com.au/tag/science-2/)
- [local government](https://econews.com.au/tag/local-government/)
- [environment protection](https://econews.com.au/tag/environment-protection/)
- [animals](https://econews.com.au/tag/animals/)
- [birds](https://econews.com.au/tag/birds/)
- [mammal](https://econews.com.au/tag/mammal/)
- [insect](https://econews.com.au/tag/insect/)
- [reptile](https://econews.com.au/tag/reptile/)
- [koala](https://econews.com.au/tag/koala/)
- [sustainability](https://econews.com.au/tag/sustainability/)
- [protection](https://econews.com.au/tag/protection/)
- [climate management](https://econews.com.au/tag/climate-management/)
- [floods](https://econews.com.au/tag/floods/)
- [victoria](https://econews.com.au/tag/victoria/)
- [manufacturing](https://econews.com.au/tag/manufacturing/)
- [ALP.Gillard](https://econews.com.au/tag/alp-gillard/)
- [Liberal-National](https://econews.com.au/tag/liberal-national/)
- [gilliard](https://econews.com.au/tag/gilliard/)
- [ALP.Australia](https://econews.com.au/tag/alp-australia/)
- [wind power](https://econews.com.au/tag/wind-power/)
- [biomass](https://econews.com.au/tag/biomass/)
- [carbon reduction](https://econews.com.au/tag/carbon-reduction/)
- [renewable energy](https://econews.com.au/tag/renewable-energy/)
- [resources](https://econews.com.au/tag/resources/)
- [population](https://econews.com.au/tag/population/)
- [births](https://econews.com.au/tag/births/)
- [fertility](https://econews.com.au/tag/fertility/)
- [contraception](https://econews.com.au/tag/contraception/)
- [global population](https://econews.com.au/tag/global-population/)
- [family planning](https://econews.com.au/tag/family-planning/)
- [aging](https://econews.com.au/tag/aging/)
- [food resources](https://econews.com.au/tag/food-resources/)
- [Australian government](https://econews.com.au/tag/australian-government/)
- [uranium](https://econews.com.au/tag/uranium/)
- [power generation](https://econews.com.au/tag/power-generation/)
- [Greens Party](https://econews.com.au/tag/greens-party/)
- [manufacturers](https://econews.com.au/tag/manufacturers/)
- [banks](https://econews.com.au/tag/banks/)
- [Wespac](https://econews.com.au/tag/wespac/)
- [solar energy](https://econews.com.au/tag/solar-energy/)
- [clime](https://econews.com.au/tag/clime/)
- [electricity](https://econews.com.au/tag/electricity/)
- [solar panels](https://econews.com.au/tag/solar-panels/)
- [ALP.Labor](https://econews.com.au/tag/alp-labor/)
- [Northern Territory](https://econews.com.au/tag/northern-territory/)
- [Canberra](https://econews.com.au/tag/canberra/)
- [federal government](https://econews.com.au/tag/federal-government/)
- [electric power](https://econews.com.au/tag/electric-power/)
- [power usage](https://econews.com.au/tag/power-usage/)
- [Blight](https://econews.com.au/tag/blight/)
- [LNG](https://econews.com.au/tag/lng/)
- [liquified natural gas](https://econews.com.au/tag/liquified-natural-gas/)
- [Cooper Basin](https://econews.com.au/tag/cooper-basin/)
- [sequestering](https://econews.com.au/tag/sequestering/)
- [crbon emissions](https://econews.com.au/tag/crbon-emissions/)
- [McKeon](https://econews.com.au/tag/mckeon/)
- [Fukashima](https://econews.com.au/tag/fukashima/)
- [nuclear safety](https://econews.com.au/tag/nuclear-safety/)
- [Switzerland](https://econews.com.au/tag/switzerland/)
- [Germany](https://econews.com.au/tag/germany/)
- [reactors](https://econews.com.au/tag/reactors/)
- [retail](https://econews.com.au/tag/retail/)
- [fuel](https://econews.com.au/tag/fuel/)
- [fuel prices](https://econews.com.au/tag/fuel-prices/)
- [consumer](https://econews.com.au/tag/consumer/)
- [spending](https://econews.com.au/tag/spending/)
- [Gail Kelly](https://econews.com.au/tag/gail-kelly/)
- [carbon revolt](https://econews.com.au/tag/carbon-revolt/)
- [Westpac](https://econews.com.au/tag/westpac/)
- [cafe](https://econews.com.au/tag/cafe/)
- [Carlton](https://econews.com.au/tag/carlton/)
- [Melbourne](https://econews.com.au/tag/melbourne/)
- [food](https://econews.com.au/tag/food/)
- [crops](https://econews.com.au/tag/crops/)
- [farming](https://econews.com.au/tag/farming/)
- [global warming](https://econews.com.au/tag/global-warming/)
- [temperature rises](https://econews.com.au/tag/temperature-rises/)
- [political](https://econews.com.au/tag/political/)
- [rice](https://econews.com.au/tag/rice/)
- [soyabeans](https://econews.com.au/tag/soyabeans/)
- [wheat](https://econews.com.au/tag/wheat/)
- [maize](https://econews.com.au/tag/maize/)
- [budget](https://econews.com.au/tag/budget/)
- [labour](https://econews.com.au/tag/labour/)
- [workers](https://econews.com.au/tag/workers/)
- [migration](https://econews.com.au/tag/migration/)
- [government spending](https://econews.com.au/tag/government-spending/)
- [poluttion cap](https://econews.com.au/tag/poluttion-cap/)
- [energy efficiency](https://econews.com.au/tag/energy-efficiency/)
- [climate debate](https://econews.com.au/tag/climate-debate/)
- [business costs](https://econews.com.au/tag/business-costs/)
- [profits](https://econews.com.au/tag/profits/)
- [BHP](https://econews.com.au/tag/bhp/)
- [BHP Biliton](https://econews.com.au/tag/bhp-biliton/)
- [Nasser](https://econews.com.au/tag/nasser/)
- [Australian Budget](https://econews.com.au/tag/australian-budget/)
- [economic](https://econews.com.au/tag/economic/)
- [skilled migrants](https://econews.com.au/tag/skilled-migrants/)
- [visas](https://econews.com.au/tag/visas/)
- [private health insurance](https://econews.com.au/tag/private-health-insurance/)
- [health insurance](https://econews.com.au/tag/health-insurance/)
- [rebates](https://econews.com.au/tag/rebates/)
- [Bob Brown](https://econews.com.au/tag/bob-brown/)
- [senate](https://econews.com.au/tag/senate/)
- [Liberal-National Party](https://econews.com.au/tag/liberal-national-party/)
- [heritage](https://econews.com.au/tag/heritage/)
- [miners](https://econews.com.au/tag/miners/)
- [tax cuts](https://econews.com.au/tag/tax-cuts/)
- [surplus](https://econews.com.au/tag/surplus/)
- [population growth](https://econews.com.au/tag/population-growth/)
- [evolution](https://econews.com.au/tag/evolution/)
- [Africa](https://econews.com.au/tag/africa/)
- [Muckaty Station](https://econews.com.au/tag/muckaty-station/)
- [aboriginal](https://econews.com.au/tag/aboriginal/)
- [nuclear waste](https://econews.com.au/tag/nuclear-waste/)
- [Ludlam](https://econews.com.au/tag/ludlam/)
- [Ferguson](https://econews.com.au/tag/ferguson/)
- [radioactive](https://econews.com.au/tag/radioactive/)
- [world](https://econews.com.au/tag/world/)
- [Un ited Nations](https://econews.com.au/tag/un-ited-nations/)
- [scientists](https://econews.com.au/tag/scientists/)
- [wind](https://econews.com.au/tag/wind/)
- [oceans](https://econews.com.au/tag/oceans/)
- [arctic](https://econews.com.au/tag/arctic/)
- [shipping](https://econews.com.au/tag/shipping/)
- [Russia](https://econews.com.au/tag/russia/)
- [technology](https://econews.com.au/tag/technology/)
- [Denmark](https://econews.com.au/tag/denmark/)
- [low carbon](https://econews.com.au/tag/low-carbon/)
- [low-energy](https://econews.com.au/tag/low-energy/)
- [clean technology](https://econews.com.au/tag/clean-technology/)
- [solar cells](https://econews.com.au/tag/solar-cells/)
- [wind generation](https://econews.com.au/tag/wind-generation/)
- [exclusive](https://econews.com.au/tag/exclusive/)
- [Jaguar](https://econews.com.au/tag/jaguar/)
- [Porsche](https://econews.com.au/tag/porsche/)
- [BMW](https://econews.com.au/tag/bmw/)
- [fast cars](https://econews.com.au/tag/fast-cars/)
- [super quick](https://econews.com.au/tag/super-quick/)
- [F1](https://econews.com.au/tag/f1/)
- [featured](https://econews.com.au/tag/featured-2/)
- [pictures](https://econews.com.au/tag/pictures/)
- [federal budget](https://econews.com.au/tag/federal-budget/)
- [mclimate](https://econews.com.au/tag/mclimate/)
- [trucks](https://econews.com.au/tag/trucks/)
- [NSW](https://econews.com.au/tag/nsw/)
- [New South Wales](https://econews.com.au/tag/new-south-wales/)
- [Sydney](https://econews.com.au/tag/sydney/)
- [Western Australia](https://econews.com.au/tag/western-australia/)
- [mining boom](https://econews.com.au/tag/mining-boom/)
- [mining tax](https://econews.com.au/tag/mining-tax/)
- [carbo tax](https://econews.com.au/tag/carbo-tax/)
- [Barnett](https://econews.com.au/tag/barnett/)
- [Bligh](https://econews.com.au/tag/bligh/)
- [petroleum](https://econews.com.au/tag/petroleum/)
- [petrol](https://econews.com.au/tag/petrol/)
- [exploration](https://econews.com.au/tag/exploration/)
- [minerals](https://econews.com.au/tag/minerals/)
- [regions](https://econews.com.au/tag/regions/)
- [commodity](https://econews.com.au/tag/commodity/)
- [General Motors](https://econews.com.au/tag/general-motors/)
- [GM](https://econews.com.au/tag/gm/)
- [Detroit](https://econews.com.au/tag/detroit/)
- [Ford](https://econews.com.au/tag/ford/)
- [Chrysler](https://econews.com.au/tag/chrysler/)
- [Holden](https://econews.com.au/tag/holden/)
- [supermarkets](https://econews.com.au/tag/supermarkets/)
- [produce](https://econews.com.au/tag/produce/)
- [fruit](https://econews.com.au/tag/fruit/)
- [vegetables](https://econews.com.au/tag/vegetables/)
- [Woolworths](https://econews.com.au/tag/woolworths/)
- [Coles](https://econews.com.au/tag/coles/)
- [shamed](https://econews.com.au/tag/shamed/)
- [fined](https://econews.com.au/tag/fined/)
- [food labels](https://econews.com.au/tag/food-labels/)
- [lemons](https://econews.com.au/tag/lemons/)
- [grapefruit](https://econews.com.au/tag/grapefruit/)
- [Israel](https://econews.com.au/tag/israel/)
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- [landfill](https://econews.com.au/tag/landfill/)
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