Extra funding injected to boost e-waste initiatives in Western Australia
The Western Australian Government is offering grants totalling up to $3.5 million to bolster the state's electrical and electronic waste (e-waste) collection and recycling network.
New Queensland Material Recycling Facility nears completion
A new $40.5 million material recycling facility (MRF) on the Sunshine Coast is nearing its completion and is expected to go live by the end of 2023, according to an announcement from the Queensland government.
Global-scale hydrogen and ammonia production facility to boost manufacturing in WA
Australian energy producer Woodside has unveiled plans to establish a world-scale hydrogen and ammonia production facility at a site in southern metropolitan Perth, Western...
Amcor set to increase use of advance recycling materials via ExxonMobil’s Exxtend technology
Packaging giant Amcor has become the first company to purchase certified circular polyethylene material using ExxonMobil’s Exxtend technology for advanced recycling.
Amcor said it would...
Talga inks mine electrification agreement with ABB
Perth-based Battery anode and advanced materials company Talga Group has extended and expanded the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with global technology leader ABB following...
Boeing scales sustainability efforts in Asia Pacific with new research centre in Japan
Global aerospace company Boeing is launching a new Boeing Research and Technology (BR&T) centre in Japan to promote sustainability and support a new agreement...
Engineers turn water treatment sludge into sustainable concrete alternative
Engineers from the University of South Australia (UniSA) have developed a new, environmentally friendly material that could reduce the high costs associated with maintaining Australia's ageing sewer infrastructure.
Orica takes home top prizes in AFR Sustainability Leaders Awards
Orica, a global leader in mining and infrastructure solutions and one of Australia’s key manufacturers, has been distinguished for its sustainability efforts in the 2024 Australian Financial Review (AFR) Sustainability Leaders Awards.
New packaging platform simplifies recycling for SMEs and consumers
As National Recycling Week begins across Australia, small businesses are being offered new tools to support sustainable practices with the launch of an online packaging platform aimed at simplifying recycling and boosting consumer confidence in sustainable packaging.
EnergyAustralia greenlights the country’s first green hydrogen and gas power plant
EnergyAustralia announced it would proceed with construction of Australia’s first dual fuel capable hydrogen/gas power plant after the NSW and Federal Governments have committed...
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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.
