Tag: recycling
Aussie manufacturers embrace sustainable practices with new policy
The Australian Government has unveiled its inaugural national Environmentally Sustainable Procurement Policy to stimulate robust demand for recycled goods, curtail waste generation, and propel the nation's manufacturing sector towards a circular economy model.
Engineers create energy-smart bricks from scrap materials
Engineers have pioneered the creation of energy-efficient bricks utilising scrap materials, diverting waste from landfills.
AWU pushes for worker rights amid Qenos Altona site uncertainty
The Australian Workers’ Union (AWU) is set to engage in discussions with Qenos leaders and administrators to prioritise the interests of workers during the administration process and secure the future of the Altona site.
Sustainable Infrastructure Systems transforms soft plastics into structural building panels
Australian composites manufacturer Sustainable Infrastructure Systems (SIS) has pioneered a world-first technology, converting post-consumer soft plastics into high-strength structural building panels.
Queensland leads nation with $2.5M solar panel recycling pilot program
The Queensland Government announced a multi-million dollar investment aimed at bolstering Queensland's renewable energy sector, specifically in solar panel recycling.
Visy hits new high with 63% recycled glass
Visy, Australia's largest integrated recycler and remanufacturer, has reached a significant milestone by achieving an average of 63 per cent recycled glass in its packaging across Australia and New Zealand for the current financial year.
Samsara Eco and lululemon unveil first enzymatically recycled polyester product
Australian enviro-tech startup Samsara Eco and athletic apparel giant lululemon have jointly launched the world's first product crafted from enzymatically recycled polyester.
Nominations open for 2024 WasteSorted Awards in Western Australia
Nominations are now officially open for the highly anticipated 2024 WasteSorted Awards, marking an opportunity to honour the efforts of Western Australians dedicated to fostering a low-waste future through their commitment to enhanced waste management practices and innovative solutions.
Queensland’s Containers for Change scheme reaches eight billion containers returned
Queensland's Containers for Change scheme has achieved a remarkable milestone, with a staggering eight billion drink containers returned since its inception.
Researchers lead the charge with new plastic recycling technology
Researchers at UNSW Sydney have pioneered a groundbreaking low-energy technique for recycling plastic, poised to revolutionise the recycling landscape and potentially transform everyday products like Tim Tams.
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