Tag: sustainability

Workspace Commercial Furniture has launched a national furniture take-back initiative aimed at extending manufacturing beyond the production stage by recovering, refurbishing and recycling commercial furniture at the end of its first life.

Cicada Innovations has announced the 23 Australian ventures selected for Cicada x Tech23 2026, with the annual showcase highlighting companies developing technologies across sectors including advanced manufacturing, health, energy, infrastructure and sustainability.

A new national initiative has been launched to help Australian small and medium-sized food and beverage manufacturers adopt more sustainable packaging and processing solutions while reducing food loss and waste, according to End Food Waste Australia.

Researchers at Adelaide University have developed a swarm robotics system inspired by the cooperative behaviour of bees and ants, with findings suggesting the technology could improve safety, efficiency and sustainability in future mining operations.

Mars, Incorporated has announced it will invest A$200 million in its Australian manufacturing operations by the end of 2027, in a move the company says will expand capacity, strengthen innovation and advance sustainability across its local manufacturing network.

A research partnership led by the Australian Composites Manufacturing CRC (ACM CRC) has been launched to examine sustainable alternatives to traditional fibreglass in the marine industry, as millions of vessels worldwide approach the end of their operational life with limited recycling options.

New research reveals that half of Australian business leaders now support mandatory climate-related disclosure requirements, indicating growing alignment between corporate priorities and government policy directions.

Epson has received a AAA rating, the highest possible score in the MSCI ESG Ratings, for the third consecutive year, according to a company statement. 

The Queensland Government has announced that market sounding is underway for a $200 million North West Energy Fund, aimed at improving the affordability, reliability and sustainability of energy supply across the North West Minerals Province.

Schneider Electric has published its 2025 extra-financial results, marking the conclusion of its five-year Schneider Sustainability Impact (SSI) 2021–2025 program and outlining the next phase of its sustainability strategy.