By Rystad Energy Oil demand will rise further in the medium term, according to Rystad Energy research and modeling, as low-carbon alternatives are not yet sufficiently developed or economically competitive to offset the growing demand for transportation and industrial services. Rystad Energy’s latest Oil Macro Scenarios report explains how the 13 sectors that rely on […]
By Wichen Ding – bfinance Director Equity and Kathryn Saklatvala bfinance Senior Director, Head of Investment Content From the pages of the Financial Times and Reuters to the hallways of investment conferences, noise of an ‘ESG Backlash’ has echoed around the asset management industry through recent months. ‘Exhibit’ A for naysayers: ESG equity indices, with prominent […]
In January 2023, burger restaurant chain Grill’d introduced the Gamechanger, using grass-fed beef patties made from cows that produce up to two-thirds fewer methane emissions than regular cattle. The Gamechanger burger is the world’s 1st all-natural sustainable beef burger. As part of phase 2, from 7th May 2024, seven Grill’d restaurants nationwide will exclusively offer 100% Gamechanger […]
Dr Chamila Gunasekara holds a sample of the low-carbon concrete. Credit: Michael Quin, RMIT. New modelling reveals that low-carbon concrete developed at RMIT University can recycle double the amount of coal ash compared to current standards, halve the amount of cement required and perform exceptionally well over time. More than 1.2 billion tonnes of coal […]
Comments attributable to Fortescue’s Executive Chairman, Dr Andrew Forrest AO: “Fortescue believes the multiplier impact of the Hydrogen Production Tax Credit will make the subsidy fractional. “It is crucial to getting green hydrogen projects off the ground fast and at a scale to build a major domestic industry and market. If kept simple and quickly […]
KARI Event Strong sustainability leadership, a culture of innovation and focus on community impact sees ICC Sydney contribute 1M+ visitors and $600M in delegate spend to the NSW economy in FY2023 International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, has reported that it has fulfilled its dual purpose of driving economic and social contributions […]
Maugean skate’s only home is Macquarie Harbour, which hosts intense salmon farming Tasmania’s Maugean skate may go the way of the Tasmanian tiger within 10 years and is only one extreme weather event away from extinction Removing salmon pens would give Maugean skate a fighting chance of survival The Australian Marine Conservation Society (AMCS) and […]
BlockTexx Bin Collection The Petstock Group is celebrating the launch of a number of new business initiatives in its quest to make an impact for people, pets and the planet. The Petstock Group is implementing a range of sustainability programs across their Petstock stores, their specialty brands, and offices and distribution centres, in an effort […]
An international team of researchers have joined a collaborative fieldwork program in the Riau Islands of Indonesia to learn more about the critically endangered Clown Wedgefish. Photo Credit: Zaidi Charles Darwin University A multi-national research team from Indonesia, Australia, and the United States, are hunting to find the home of one of the world’s […]
New South Wales – To help combat climate change and promote energy-efficient technologies, the New South Wales (NSW) state government has a range of ‘energy efficiency’ rebates and incentives available. One of these is the Heat Pump Hot Water Rebate programme. The programme has been set up to allow eligible homeowners and businesses to install […]
By Michael Casey, Urban Design and Sustainability Expert In the relentless march toward urbanisation, a critical aspect often gets overlooked—the importance of incorporating nature into our urban environments. As a seasoned practitioner in urban design and sustainability, I emphasise the undeniable role of green spaces in fostering healthy, resilient, and vibrant cities. These spaces are […]