Most Recent Articles by

Eco Voice

First published in 2003, Eco Voice is your go-to publication for sustainability news in Australia. Eco Voice prides itself as an independent news platform with a clear focus on sustainability, with articles coming from a diverse range of contributors – all levels of government, corporations, not-for-profits, community groups, small to medium sized businesses, universities, research organisations, together with input from international sources. Eco Voice values community, conservation and commerce. Eco Voice is a media partner of the prestigious Australian Banksia Sustainability Awards – The Peak Sustainability Awards.

Endangered Kangaroo Island Western Whipbird reemerges in wildlife refuge post-fires

Like finding a needle in a haystack, a pair were photographed within the feral predator-free haven Kangaroo Island’s endemic and endangered Western Whipbird has reappeared within the Western River Refuge, almost four years since the 2019/20 Black Summer fires, when the cryptic species was last seen foraging in the area. When the flames of the […]

Almost half (49%) of residents in regional areas say their area has had severe climate impacts compared to 43% in capital cities – Ipsos...

    Impact | Information | Action Almost half (49%) of residents in regional areas say their area has had severe climate impacts compared to 43% in capital cities – Ipsos climate change study  Six in 10 Australians say their government is not working hard enough to tackle climate change The media underestimates the impact […]

L’Oréal Groupe Australia and New Zealand announces one of the largest investments to the Great Barrier Reef Foundation to pioneer new coral restoration efforts...

L’Oréal Groupe Australia and New Zealand have announced today a new partnership with the Great Barrier Reef Foundation (GBRF), to help coral reefs withstand the devastating impacts of climate change. L’Oréal Groupe is reinforcing its longstanding commitment to biodiversity with a 6th new investment in coral reef regeneration with the Great Barrier Reef Foundation. Through […]

50 shades of green: Profitability and sustainability are not mutually exclusive

By  Remo Carbone, CEO of MEQ, In late September this year, hundreds of people gathered in New York for Climate Week. First held in 2009 through a series of small panel discussions, the event has bloomed into a week-long series of high-profile events, networking and spectacle. It was even dubbed “Burning Man for Climate Geeks” by the New […]

Reuse Revolution Launches on the Mornington Peninsula

The Mornington Peninsula is serious about tackling landfill and litter, with leading hospitality venues and coffee lovers saying goodbye to single-use cups. A first for Victoria, the Peninsula’s ‘Plastic Pree Places’ initiative is launching a reuse revolution at Commonfolk Coffee and HomeGround in Mornington, culminating in ‘BYO Cup Day’ on 08 and 09 December. The […]

First JOLT and Transport for NSW EV charging stations launch providing 7kWh of free and fast charging for Sydney drivers

JOLT CEO Doug McNamee – Penrith site – Up to 50 JOLT chargers to be rolled out across key transport locations in Greater Sydney – Electric vehicle (EV) drivers in Greater Sydney will now have access to more free 7kWh, fast streetside charging stations, as JOLT and Transport for NSW today launch the first in […]

Sniffer dogs shrinking violets in Australia-first initiative

Indago Environmental director Naiomi Finlayson with Daisy the cocker spaniel at a site at Eleebana Sniffer dogs are being used for the first time in Australia to track down an invasive weed known as Chinese violet, in an innovative initiative underway in Lake Macquarie The two canines – Daisy the cocker spaniel and Henry the […]

Innovation leaders back growth program

“Australia has a scale-up problem, not a start-up problem,” said Cathy Foley, Australia’s Chief Scientist.  94% of businesses in Australia employ fewer than ten people. This compares to 62 to 67% in Germany, Canada and the United States: IISA report.  “Start-ups and SMEs are the ideas factory of our economy. But turning a good idea […]

Australian diners will soon know if they’re eating Aussie seafood

If seafood is imported, diners still won’t know which country it has come from State ministers agree to limited seafood labelling for restaurants, cafes and clubs  Seafood labelling laws must include the country where it was caught or farmed, as well as the country where it was processed The Australian Marine Conservation Society (AMCS) has […]

WWF-Australia announces new President

Judy Slatyer – new President and Board Chair The World Wide Fund for Nature-Australia has today welcomed Judy Slatyer as its new President and Board Chair. Judy is a highly respected leader across the not-for-profit, corporate and government sectors. She replaces Martijn Wilder AM, who is stepping down after completing two terms as President of […]

- A word from our sponsors -

spot_img
368 Articles written

Endangered Kangaroo Island Western Whipbird reemerges in wildlife refuge post-fires

Like finding a needle in a haystack, a pair were photographed within the feral predator-free haven Kangaroo Island’s endemic and endangered Western Whipbird has reappeared within the Western River Refuge, almost four years since the 2019/20 Black Summer fires, when the cryptic species was last seen foraging in the area. When the flames of the […]

Almost half (49%) of residents in regional areas say their area has had severe climate impacts compared to 43% in capital cities – Ipsos...

    Impact | Information | Action Almost half (49%) of residents in regional areas say their area has had severe climate impacts compared to 43% in capital cities – Ipsos climate change study  Six in 10 Australians say their government is not working hard enough to tackle climate change The media underestimates the impact […]

L’Oréal Groupe Australia and New Zealand announces one of the largest investments to the Great Barrier Reef Foundation to pioneer new coral restoration efforts...

L’Oréal Groupe Australia and New Zealand have announced today a new partnership with the Great Barrier Reef Foundation (GBRF), to help coral reefs withstand the devastating impacts of climate change. L’Oréal Groupe is reinforcing its longstanding commitment to biodiversity with a 6th new investment in coral reef regeneration with the Great Barrier Reef Foundation. Through […]

The Gutenberg Revolution by John Man

If you’re a reader you’ve probably heard of Johannes Gutenberg, the father of printing. He was the first person to invent a moveable-type printing press. In order for a printing press of this calibre to come into being a number of other things had to be invented....

50 shades of green: Profitability and sustainability are not mutually exclusive

By  Remo Carbone, CEO of MEQ, In late September this year, hundreds of people gathered in New York for Climate Week. First held in 2009 through a series of small panel discussions, the event has bloomed into a week-long series of high-profile events, networking and spectacle. It was even dubbed “Burning Man for Climate Geeks” by the New […]

Reuse Revolution Launches on the Mornington Peninsula

The Mornington Peninsula is serious about tackling landfill and litter, with leading hospitality venues and coffee lovers saying goodbye to single-use cups. A first for Victoria, the Peninsula’s ‘Plastic Pree Places’ initiative is launching a reuse revolution at Commonfolk Coffee and HomeGround in Mornington, culminating in ‘BYO Cup Day’ on 08 and 09 December. The […]

First JOLT and Transport for NSW EV charging stations launch providing 7kWh of free and fast charging for Sydney drivers

JOLT CEO Doug McNamee – Penrith site – Up to 50 JOLT chargers to be rolled out across key transport locations in Greater Sydney – Electric vehicle (EV) drivers in Greater Sydney will now have access to more free 7kWh, fast streetside charging stations, as JOLT and Transport for NSW today launch the first in […]

Sniffer dogs shrinking violets in Australia-first initiative

Indago Environmental director Naiomi Finlayson with Daisy the cocker spaniel at a site at Eleebana Sniffer dogs are being used for the first time in Australia to track down an invasive weed known as Chinese violet, in an innovative initiative underway in Lake Macquarie The two canines – Daisy the cocker spaniel and Henry the […]

Innovation leaders back growth program

“Australia has a scale-up problem, not a start-up problem,” said Cathy Foley, Australia’s Chief Scientist.  94% of businesses in Australia employ fewer than ten people. This compares to 62 to 67% in Germany, Canada and the United States: IISA report.  “Start-ups and SMEs are the ideas factory of our economy. But turning a good idea […]

BitGPT’s AI: Your Path to Consistent Crypto Profits

The world of cryptocurrency trading is a realm of opportunity, attracting investors with the promise of substantial returns. However, the crypto market's volatility and complexity often pose challenges for traders, making the journey to consistent profits a challenging one. BitGPT's AI technology has emerged as a game-changer,...

Australian diners will soon know if they’re eating Aussie seafood

If seafood is imported, diners still won’t know which country it has come from State ministers agree to limited seafood labelling for restaurants, cafes and clubs  Seafood labelling laws must include the country where it was caught or farmed, as well as the country where it was processed The Australian Marine Conservation Society (AMCS) has […]

WWF-Australia announces new President

Judy Slatyer – new President and Board Chair The World Wide Fund for Nature-Australia has today welcomed Judy Slatyer as its new President and Board Chair. Judy is a highly respected leader across the not-for-profit, corporate and government sectors. She replaces Martijn Wilder AM, who is stepping down after completing two terms as President of […]