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Eco Voice Q & A: Satyajit Das, Author, on the responsibility of the ecotourist to the natural world.

Satyajit Das, Author, Wild Quests: Journeys into Ecotourism and the Future for Animals. Background Satyajit Das is a former banker, recognised as one of the world’s leading financial thinkers. He is the author of numerous books, including Traders, Guns & Money, Extreme Money, Banquet of Consequences and Fortune’s Fool, which examine the intersection between money […]

What Environmental Impacts are there from the Flood of Aussie Homes with Dark Roofs?

Houses in Apollo Bay, Victoria. Photo by Nao Takabayashi By Ruth Puddefoot. Mediterranean countries, such as Greece and Turkey, boast picturesque white houses famous for their ability to reflect sunlight and minimise solar heat absorption, ensuring comfort for their residents amidst the hot summer months. While Australia is renowned for its high temperatures and warm […]

Sunshine Hydro Finds Way to Cut Clean Hydrogen Production Cost Up To 40%

Would accelerate adoption of fuel as a renewable energy source for domestic and export markets Sunshine Hydro, known for its pioneering Superhybrid technology that enables carbon-free energy, has discovered an innovative approach to substantially lower the cost of producing clean hydrogen. By harnessing the ultra-efficient electrolysers developed by Australian renewable energy manufacturer Hysata, Sunshine Hydro’s […]

Kimberly-Clark Australia reaches zero waste to landfill milestone at Millicent Mill

Essential product manufacturer has diverted 100% of waste away from landfill at its sole production facility in Australia  Kimberly-Clark Australia (K-CA) one of South Australia’s leading manufacturers, has achieved zero waste at its Mill in Millicent, diverting 100% of waste away from landfill through reuse and recycling initiatives. Known for its portfolio of leading personal care […]

RESEARCH REVEALS OUR CONFUSION AROUND BINNING BATTERIES COULD BE TO BLAME FOR INCREASE IN FIRES

New data from Cleanaway shows almost half (45 per cent) of Australians don’t know where to go to dispose of batteries, which could be contributing to at least one fire a week. Australia’s largest waste management company Cleanaway, has today released the findings of its 2024 Recycling Behaviours Report, unveiling the concerning battery disposal habits that are carrying […]
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Convention Centre announces 5 year sustainability strategy

In a further pledge to operating in an environmentally conscious way, the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCCEC) has launched their 5-year Sustainability Strategy. The strategy provides a structured and staged approach to GCCEC’s dedication to minimising environmental impact. The organisation is actively contributing to the global effort by aligning to UN Sustainable Development […]

PakTech begins manufacturing in Australia, announces recycling partnership with Endeavour Group

PakTech announces partnership with market leader Endeavour Group, to double down on recycling scheme and commitment to the Australian circular economy PakTech, the leading producer of 100% recycled and recyclable multipack packaging solutions, has today announced a new partnership with Endeavour Group and the launch of its local manufacturing in Australia. The news comes as […]

OzHarvest, BioPak and Alastair McLeod team up to feed Brisbane’s most vulnerable and fight the war on waste

OzHarvest, BioPak and acclaimed Australian chef and TV personality Alastair McLeod have today teamed up to host a zero-waste cooking event ‘Cooking for Change’ to help feed some of Brisbane’s most vulnerable communities and fight the war on waste. Held at Suncoast Fresh in Rocklea, the day included top innovations driving change in the food service industry, with food rescue and composting noted as […]

Singapore Airlines Group orders sustainable aviation fuel from Neste

Source: Singapore Airlines SIA and Scoot the first airlines operating out of Changi Airport to receive SAF produced in Neste’s refinery in Singapore Neste to deliver blended SAF directly to Changi Airport’s fuel hydrant system, reinforcing their end-to-end SAF supply chain capabilities in Singapore Neste and the Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group have signed an agreement […]

Farmers welcome funding boost for drought preparedness

Farmers for Climate Action Farmers for Climate Action, an organisation representing more than 8000 farmer members across Australia has welcomed today’s announcement on drought initiatives. “It is a big step forward for the Future Drought Fund to acknowledge the reality that climate change is driving more frequent and severe droughts in Australia,” said Farmers for […]

Sydney storage specialists usher in a greener future with solar

Warehouse by Design is set to save almost $6,000 per year and offset its annual electricity consumption by 73 per cent with Solahart Warehouse by Design, a local Sydney storage and materials handling business, is switching up the status quo by embracing a commitment to sustainability. From its head office in the Western Sydney suburb of […]
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