Environment
“We dodged a bullet”: Australia might not be so lucky when the next Alfred hits
“Whenever engineers have near misses, they should learn from them and work out what to do if next time it's...
Saying farewell to forever chemicals
From eliminating the harmful chemicals that are released during the recycling of lithium-ion batteries, to creating barriers that prevent them...
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...
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?
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...
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.
CSE24 highlights: How to maintain energy security while avoiding supply and cost shocks
From planning to approvals and execution, engineers play many roles in decarbonisation and the energy transition. Engineers Australia’s Climate Smart...
New guide to low-carbon fundamentals released by Engineers Australia
Australia is rapidly becoming a leader in renewable energy production. Here’s how the country got to this point, and what’s...
New rainfall guidelines go one step further in tackling a changing climate
A critical update to Australian rainfall and runoff guidelines will allow engineers to achieve a more flood-resilient future.
Infographic: Why making tyres sustainable is so important
Tyres make the world go round, but their path to sustainability is far from clear.
