How this Melbourne high-rise will grow a giant indoor urban forest
At a time when commercial real estate is reeling, a major new building in Melbourne’s CBD is breathing life into ...
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.
4 Australian regions switching on to renewable energy
While hydro-rich Tasmania continues to lead the way for renewables in Australia, across the country we’re seeing more cities and ...
Opinion: Climate change is the challenge beyond COVID-19
One create reader discusses how the COVID-19 crisis could help inspire action on climate change.
Victoria University launches breakthrough project to reuse waste
A world-first solution that could keep tonnes of plastic, glass and tyres out of landfill is closer to reality after ...
This printed solar installation is a glimpse into the future of power generation
An organic, printed solar material similar in thickness and appearance to a potato chip packet is being tested in a ...
This engineer is helping to make sustainable development a reality
For civil and structural engineer Alicia Maynard, sustainability is an integral part of the construction process.
Australia’s Technology Investment Roadmap is a good first step, but more engineering expertise is needed to lower emissions
Australia’s Chief Scientist Dr Alan Finkel is driving the development of a roadmap of technologies which could help us reach ...
This research centre hasn’t just reduced its carbon output – its impact is positive
A University of Wollongong centre wants to go beyond sustainability – to a point where it is actively having a ...
New roadmap shows how tech can help tackle climate change, but engineering advice is crucial
The new Technology Investment Roadmap flags 140 technologies to reduce Australia’s carbon emissions while stimulating the economy. But sound engineering, ...
Building the right foundations for sustainable construction
Building materials are coming into focus as the foundation of any commitment to a sustainable construction project.
