Sustainability
The economic case for e-waste recycling is growing
New research shows extracting metals from e-waste is more cost effective than mining virgin ores, and Australian-developed microfactories are helping...
One fusion startup hopes the pistol shrimp can unlock energy’s ‘holy grail’
Crustaceans have inspired innovative developments from eco-friendly marine antifouling to a camera for detecting cancer. Could they show us how...
New battery tech helps the quest for better renewable energy storage
US researchers have made progress in the design of a safe, sustainable and economical alternative battery technology for renewable energy...
Full energy security review announced after fuel reserve concerns
The government will review Australia's ability to weather disruptions to liquid fuel supply as local oil reserves dwindle. The findings...
Power to the people: Why decentralised power is gaining momentum
The way people are interacting with their energy usage has taken a fundamental turn, making decentralised power a $50 billion...
Is it time to rethink our standards for energy efficient buildings?
If Australia is serious about improving its energy productivity, it needs to look at ways to create more energy efficient...
This Australian innovation helps clean up plastic waste in the world’s oceans
With increasing amounts of plastic waste polluting waterways, an Australian-designed rubbish bin for the ocean has made a splash on...
Geoengineering is controversial, but we need to talk about it
Geoengineering is a controversial topic. But one engineer advocates for at least exploring if it could work to combat climate...
How to engineer safer, more efficient lithium batteries
With lithium-ion batteries powering personal devices from smartphones to laptops, and a growing presence in renewable energy storage and electric...
Formic acid fuel cell has got the power
A Swiss team has developed what they are claiming is the world’s first integrated power supply unit that can produce...
