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 ...
Tag: sustainability
Sustainability is a practice that presumes that resources are limited, and should be used conservatively and wisely with a view to long-term priorities and consequences.
Sustainable engineering is the process of designing or operating systems such that they use energy and resources at a rate that does not compromise the natural environment or the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
These university programs are inspiring a new generation of Indigenous engineers
These university programs aim to harness the perspectives of Indigenous Australians that are vital to solving sustainability challenges.
Almost 40 per cent of Australia’s electricity is now generated from renewable sources
Australia is rapidly becoming a leader in renewable energy production. Here’s how the country got to this point, and what’s ...
Chartered engineer in the spotlight: Greg Steele
Listening and learning has helped Chartered engineer Greg Steele bridge differences between states, cultures and countries to develop global best ...
Three young engineers share a glimpse into their careers in mining
For this trio of emerging mining engineers, the industry is more than just moving rocks around – it’s a rewarding ...
“You will change people’s lives”: Flexibility and diversity key to a global engineering future
A senior engineering leader discusses how to ensure the industry has a talent pool capable of meeting global sustainability goals.
Cheaper, safer and more sustainable: Why zinc-air batteries could power our EV future
Groundbreaking Australian research means they’re now cheaper, safer and more sustainable than lithium batteries.
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.
The critical role of engineers in decarbonising the world
In a special feature for create digital, new GHD CEO Jim Giannopoulos explains how engineers need to lead the charge ...
Understanding risk critical to building marine infrastructure for green hydrogen
When Harry Sunarko decided he wanted to make a direct impact on the environment around him, he pursued a career ...
