Tag: sustainability
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.
Clean energy pact inked to power Australia’s largest Vanadium Electrolyte Facility
Tivan Limited has entered into a contract with Larrakia Energy to deliver a maximum of 30 MW of renewable energy starting in 2026 to support the former’s ambitious Vanadium Electrolyte Facility project at Middle Arm.
Real Pet Food Company boosts manufacturing sustainability with Rockwell Automation’s solution
Industrial automation and digital transformation giant Rockwell Automation has secured a contract to supply energy management software to Real Pet Food Company to boost sustainable manufacturing across four production facilities in Australia.
Victoria’s Container Deposit Scheme launched to curb litter, boost incomes
The Victorian Government has unveiled the Container Deposit Scheme, known as CDS Vic, which aims to significantly decrease litter throughout the state and return funds to the people of Victoria.
New Containers for Change refund point opens in Brisbane
A new Containers for Change refund point has launched in Brisbane just in time for the scheme’s expansion to include all glass wine and pure spirit bottles, which will begin on 1 November.
ClearVue’s solar glass solutions to power first US greenhouse in $250K deal
Smart building materials company ClearVue Technologies Limited has clinched its first US commercial order for clear solar glass solutions for greenhouses, valued at $250,000.
Infinitev, Kia Australia partner to revolutionise EV battery sustainability
Infinitev, an emerging leader in the electric vehicle battery sector, has teamed up with Kia Australia to transform the landscape of EV battery reuse, repurposing and recycling solutions amid the industry's rapidly rising demand for eco-friendly battery technology.
Penn State researchers develop sustainable resin to replace large-format 3D printing plastics
A team of agricultural and biological engineers from Penn State is working on a sustainable resin material made from agriculturally derived components, which has the potential to replace plastics currently used in large-format 3D printing for creating objects such as furniture and boats.
University of Adelaide racing team gears up for World Solar Challenge
A group of students from the University of Adelaide is set to traverse the route from Darwin to Adelaide, showcasing their specially designed solar-powered vehicle, in the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge to be held from 22 to 29 October 2023.
Hydrogen-powered waste truck by REMONDIS Australia makes global debut in commercial ops
Waste management company REMONDIS Australia has introduced one of the world's first hydrogen-powered waste collection trucks, making it a global pioneer in sustainable waste management.
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