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Rooftop solar and distributed energy resources are set to deliver the most cost-effective energy for Australians, while nuclear power remains too costly and slow to address the nation’s energy challenges, according to Rewiring Australia founder and chief scientist Dr Saul Griffith.

Researchers at Purdue University are drawing inspiration from the unique honeycomb structures of Australian stingless bees to explore new possibilities in sustainable additive manufacturing. 

The Return and Earn program has introduced an innovative “takes all” trial at the Narrandera Recycling Return and Earn machine, eliminating the need for pre-sorting eligible drink containers. 

Fleet Space Technologies, Australia’s pioneering space exploration company, has announced the closure of a $150 million Series D funding round, propelling its valuation to over $800 million. 

Western Australia's agrifood and beverage manufacturing sector has received a significant boost, with $540,000 in funding distributed among 64 businesses through the government’s Agrifood and Beverage Voucher Program.

Space Machines Company (SMC) has announced a development in space security technology with the launch of Optimus Viper, a rapid-response spacecraft designed to protect and monitor critical space assets. 

Ampcontrol has finalised the acquisition of Protech Power, a high voltage service and maintenance provider, in a move that bolsters its capabilities and expands its presence across Queensland. 

Advanced Navigation has signed a multi-million dollar contract with Rheinmetall Defence Australia to supply fibre-optic gyroscope (FOG) inertial navigation systems (INS) for integration into Rheinmetall's Boxer Combat Reconnaissance Vehicles (CRV), which are currently in service with the Australian army.

Kapture, a leader in carbon capture innovation, has reached a milestone by capturing 90 per cent of carbon dioxide (CO?) emissions during a pilot-scale demonstration with a diesel generator. 

The Detmold Group has announced new global Sustainability Goals, including expanded aims to source more forest-certified fibre, boost recyclable content in products, maximise recycling and trash diversion, and source more renewable electricity.