Rio eyes production of low-carbon steel with new lab-proven technology
Rio Tinto is advancing an innovative technology to deliver low-carbon steel, using sustainable biomass in place of coking coal in the steelmaking process.
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Holcim and Putzmeister trial Australia’s first fully electric concrete mixer truck
Holcim Australia Pty Ltd, a global leader in sustainable building solutions, has partnered with Putzmeister Oceania to trial Australia’s first 100 per cent electric concrete truck mixer.
Victoria to transform recycled waste into roads and more
The Victoria State Government is stepping up its recycling game with a new round of grants to support the innovative use of recycled materials...
Government unveils new plan to drive consumer choice and uptake of low-emissions vehicles
The Federal Government has published Australia’s first Future Fuels and Vehicles Strategy, which is supported by an increased $250 million Future Fuel Fund investment.
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Report: Recycling bins remain leading environmental solution for many Australians
Three-quarters of Australians (74 per cent) still believe that a trip to the recycling bin is the most impactful initiative they can do for the environment, according to a new report from the Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO)
CSIRO-developed Hydrogen Knowledge Centre to help catalyse a new industry in Australia
CSIRO, Australia's national science agency, has launched an online center that unifies Australian hydrogen research and industry activities in an effort to accelerate the growth...
Australia’s ports pioneer new recycling effort for international ships
The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) and the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) are conducting a trial to bolster recycling efforts for international ships docking at Australian ports.
Centre for Innovation on Environment and Manufacturing launched with new agreement
Monash University and Tata Steel have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a Centre for Innovation on Environment and Intelligent Manufacturing.
Australia could raise billions through plastic packaging waste tax – research
New research has found that the Australian government has the opportunity to raise approximately $1.5 billion annually by imposing a levy on businesses that import or manufacture plastic packaging.
BlockTexx wins Banksia Gold Award for textile recycling technology
BlockTexx, a Queensland-based clean technology company, has been awarded the Banksia National Sustainability Gold Award, recognising its innovative efforts in tackling textile waste.
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AVEVA and Schneider Electric spearhead digital transformation in mining
AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software driving digital transformation, has partnered with Schneider Electric to redefine what smart, sustainable mining looks like in the age of AI.
