Australia’s official product stewardship scheme for batteries – the Battery Stewardship Council (BSC) – has announced industry consultation on its proposal to future-proof the B-cycle Scheme. Representatives from industry, governments and organisations are invited to provide written feedback on the B-cycle Scheme Review Consultation Paper. Additionally, in-person consultation events are taking place around Australia during July 2024. The […]
The Infrastructure Sustainability Council (ISC) is responding to the rapidly changing sustainability landscape by releasing a new, innovative digital tool to support Australian and New Zealand infrastructure projects navigate the changes and ensure that their assets are sustainable. IS Essentials is a game-changing extension to the ISC’s globally recognised IS Rating Scheme, which is a […]
From thousands of entrants from right across the nation, just six have made the Environmental Business Finalists List of the 2024 Australian Women’s Small Business Champion Awards – the nation’s biggest celebration of women in small business. The only national awards programme of its kind created specifically to shine a spotlight on the rising economic, cultural and social contributions […]
Over five million volunteers have contributed to the success of National Tree Day, planting over 27 million native trees, shrubs and grasses since 1996. Image: Planet Ark Planet Ark Planet Ark is encouraging Australians to get outdoors and do something good for their mental health this National Tree Day, with research suggesting climate-related impacts on […]
Honeywell has announced that Actrol will utilise Honeywell’s energy-efficient and low global warming potential (GWP) refrigerant Solstice® L40X (R-455A) for their condensing units often found in supermarkets, convenience stores, restaurants, and standalone equipment. Honeywell’s Solstice technology significantly reduces overall CO₂ emissions compared to traditional refrigerants. Actrol’s integration of Honeywell’s Solstice technology aligns with Australia’s commitment to reduce carbon […]
