Could algae help sustainable buildings bloom?
From food to fibre, fuel and fertiliser, algae has great potential as a sustainable resource. And we could soon add ...
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.
“Sustainability at the core”: What does Engineers Declare mean for the profession?
Australian Engineers Declare is a movement that asks industry to prioritise sustainability during every conversation with every client. How is ...
How effective is carbon capture as an emissions reduction tool?
Most climate change modelling includes carbon capture technologies to reduce atmospheric emissions. But a recent study questions whether it is ...
How 3D printing, generative design and automation will revolutionise the built environment
Advances in technology like 3D printing and generative design are helping cut costs, cut waste, and expanding the definition of ...
Towards net zero: How engineers can make a dent in emissions reduction targets to achieve sustainability goals
Robust emissions monitoring systems will help engineers and managers keep up with requirements as governments and companies commit to net ...
Gold-digging fungi hold clues for cheaper, greener mineral exploration
A new fungus discovered in Western Australia can extract small quantities of gold from the soil. Now, researchers are investigating ...
Local manufacture and innovation put wind into Victoria’s renewable energy target
The Berrybank Wind Farm in Western Victoria is using locally manufactured turbine components to help Victoria reach 50 per cent ...
Data portal tracks how the construction industry is improving home energy efficiency
A new data portal is providing insight into how regulatory changes are influencing building construction.
How Tasmania is transforming into a renewable energy powerhouse
Two ambitious projects will help Tasmania make moves to become the 'battery of the nation'.
Green concrete trial puts a more sustainable spin on some of the world’s most used materials
The streets of a Sydney suburb will serve as a testing ground for a new geopolymer concrete made from recycled ...
