States team up with international partners on clean energy

Australian states are teaming up with international parters with a series of renewable hydrogen and clean energy agreements.

16 May, 2022

Research finds Aussie cities fail to meet health and sustainability thresholds

Australian cities may be less likely to promote healthy and sustainable lifestyles than some lower-income global counterparts, research suggests.

12 May, 2022

Modular reactors offer energy solutions

The nuclear industry’s latest offerings – small modular reactors (SMRs) and very small modular reactors (vSMRs) – both offer a zero-carbon solution to a wide range of end users and open the possibility of engaging countries that have previously precluded nuclear as a potential energy option.

12 May, 2022

Shortlist announced for Central West REZ

A shortlist of potential operators has been announced for Australia’s first renewable energy zone in the NSW central west.

9 May, 2022

New tool helps plan resilient urban greening projects

A new tool helps urban greening teams work out which plants will survive where over the next 50 years.

9 May, 2022

Renewable energy for Rottnest Island

The Western Australian government is continuing its investment in Rottnest Island with a $62 million commitment from the upcoming 2022-23 State Budget.

5 May, 2022

Amsterdam to Newcastle: ‘repair cafes’ save junk from going to landfill

Council ‘repair cafes’ encourage residents to fix broken items rather than disposing of them.

2 May, 2022

Councils cautious about e-scooter trial

The peak body for local government in NSW has expressed some concerns after the state government announced a council-led trial of e-scooters.

28 April, 2022

Canopy mapping app helps SA council see wood for the trees

A South Australian council using new technology to measure and monitor tree canopy, raise community awareness and inform Council planning.

28 April, 2022

NSW councils to participate in e-scooter trial

Councils across NSW will be invited to take part in a state-wide trial of e-scooters, joining other states.

28 April, 2022

Urban heat toolkit released for council planners

The Western Sydney Regional Organisation of Councils (WSROC) has developed the state’s first set of guidelines on planning for urban heat.

25 April, 2022

How Norfolk Island is solving its waste dilemma

Norfolk Island Regional Council is turning to circular economy initiatives to solve its waste management problems.

25 April, 2022

Best tasting water in NSW/ACT named

Shoalhaven Water has taken out a state award for top-tasting tap water.

18 April, 2022

Yarra uses new technology in road pavement trial

A Melbourne council is trialing a road pavement technology designed to minimise urban flooding.

7 April, 2022