Unpacking the plastic problem

Australia is pushing ahead on soft plastic waste solutions as hopes for a global plastic treaty fade in Geneva.

New coffee blend makes bricks

A process that turns coffee waste into bricks may soon be shrinking the carbon footprint of both the hospitality and building sectors.

Funding boost for eco leather

A homegrown leather alternative startup is stepping closer to commercial scale with fresh Federal funding.

Remedies for roadkill on trial

Wildlife advocates are calling for practical solutions to reverse the tragic death toll of native animals on our busy roads.

Safe harbour for seahorses

A conservation project in Sydney Harbour is helping an endangered seahorse population.

Printed solar is scaling up

An Aussie startup on tour with Coldplay has landed a NSW government grant to build a world-first commercial printed solar facility.

Australia heads for climate reckoning

A landmark International Court ruling adds weight to the call for stronger climate action from political and business leaders.

Milking a global opportunity

Precision fermentation is bubbling up as the next big trend as biotech startup attracts $7m in funding.

Sighting carbon sinks from space

A new biomass satellite has captured images that could reshape the measurement of forest carbon stocks.

Algae's new role in wastewater

A North Queensland council has boldly traded chemical wastewater treatment for a native macroalgae-based system.

Eagle detection for wind farms

Protected bird species are in the sights of this high-tech sensing technology in Tasmania.

The hidden power of ocean currents

Research into swirling ocean eddies may help cargo ships cut carbon emissions – powered by a blend of AI and satellite data.