Sustainability
5 pressing issues for Australia’s water future
Australia’s growing cities and shifting climate demand smarter, cleaner and more resilient water systems. The question isn’t if we need...
Callide C power station explosion: What went wrong and why
A series of unfortunate events combined to cause catastrophe at a Queensland power station, but an expert investigation found deeper...
Inside the facility driving large-scale battery adoption in Western Australia
Built on the site of a decommissioned coal-fired power station, this modular big battery is the first stage in decarbonising...
Into the deep: The pros and cons of deep-sea mining
Deep-sea mining is the next frontier. Do the economic and commercial benefits outweigh the environmental risks?
The promise and potential of pumped hydro as a form of energy storage
Pumped hydro currently provides most of the energy storage for the electricity industry, offering large-scale, low-cost, off-the-shelf energy storage in...
What does it take for construction companies to achieve a 6 Star Green Star rating?
In the past 12 months, construction company Laing O’Rourke has achieved multiple 6 Star Green Star ratings. What has made...
5 graphs that unpack the battery minerals conundrum
As battery innovation increases, the mix of battery chemistries used in new technology will continue to evolve. These five graphs...
Can renewables really be used for baseload power?
To achieve its energy aims, Australia may need to look to sources such as renewables to provide reliable baseload power.
Photocatalysis: the great leap forward in hydrogen production
As the global race for sustainable energy intensifies, this Australian company is perfecting the art of separating hydrogen from water...
Green steel: The race is on
A number of significant green steel projects are taking shape around the globe, all vying for important first-mover sustainability titles.
