Sustainability
What causes landslides? Can we predict them to save lives?
A civil engineering explores how landslides form and why predicting them can be so difficult.
As Australia installs more solar and wind power, we need to consider the ecological impact
Meeting Australia’s renewable energy target will require the biggest investment in solar and wind power the country has ever seen.
Innovative methods for tackling PFAS contamination
Engineers are determining novel ways to address chemical contamination from perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances.
The search for a just and secure energy transition
Understanding the inherent human bias in the world’s energy systems is key to securing a just transition, according to civil...
Shining a light on energy sustainability with synthetic methane
By producing synthetic methane using the sun, this team of researchers is working towards closing the carbon loop.
How can planting more native trees help combat erosion?
Species of trees native to Australia boast slope reinforcement properties vital to fighting erosion and landslides, says this civil engineer...
Circular economy principles to be enshrined in national sustainable procurement policy
Businesses must soon meet agreed sustainability outcomes, including cutting or repurposing waste and replacing single-use materials with recycled materials.
Can the “sand motor” save West Africa’s eroding coast?
As sea levels rise, engineers are using massive Dutch-inspired sand sculptures to protect shorefront settlements.
Could robots soon sift through construction waste to refine recycling?
A PhD student is harnessing the power of AI and robotics to revolutionise construction waste recycling in Australia.
When will it become economically viable to recycle solar panels?
Solar panel waste is projected to reach one million tonnes by 2035. Effective management of this problem is fast becoming...
