Tag: circular economy
Climate Smart Engineering Conference 2023 opens its doors tomorrow
Australia is set to host the 2023 Climate Smart Engineering Conference (CSE23) at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre on from 29 to 30 November.
How Boral is driving sustainability in Australia’s construction & demolition landscape
With the rapid advancement of urbanisation and infrastructure development all over the world, the question of how to address the volume of waste produced by the construction industry has become a serious and pressing issue on a global scale.
Smart Precinct NQ a key player in Queensland’s circular economy transition
Queensland's march towards a circular economy is set to be driven by Smart Precinct NQ, a hub for local businesses looking to integrate circular economy principles into their operations, according to an announcement made by the Environment and Science Minister Leanne Linard.
APCO honours industry’s leading players in sustainable packaging
The Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) announced the winners of the 2023 Annual Awards at a ceremony held last night, 2 November.
Tetra Pak commends Victoria’s newly launched Container Deposit Scheme
Global packaging solutions giant Tetra Pak welcomed the launch of Victoria’s Container Deposit Scheme today, an initiative aimed at enhancing recycling outcomes, reducing waste, and empowering Victorians to contribute towards Australia’s circular economy.
NT launches new grant program for recycling, remanufacturing projects
The Northern Territory government has opened applications for a new $1.5 million grant program aimed at supporting new recycling infrastructure projects in the state.
Furniture manufacturer Koskela kickstarts plan for fully circular economy by 2027
Koskela, a manufacturer of furniture designed for Australian workplaces, schools, and homes, has launched its inaugural Circularity Action Plan as part of its ambitious commitment to total circularity by 2027.
RMIT’s circular economy report wins Good Design Award
A report published by RMIT University highlighting the potential of using design to aid Australia’s transition towards a circular economy has won the Good Design Award for Design Research.
New ARC Research Hub to deliver sustainable fibre materials to Australian market
The Australian Research Council has officially opened the new ARC Research Hub for Functional and Sustainable Fibres which will boost productivity and competitiveness in the advanced manufacturing industry.
RMIT University strengthens concrete with used coffee grounds
A team of engineers in Australia has developed a technique to make concrete 30 per cent stronger using waste coffee grounds, turning them into...
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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.
