Cool roof, fresh water

The University of Sydney has developed a paint-like coating that could keep buildings cooler and produce water from the air.

Free power for Aussie homes

As the net zero political debate grabbed headlines earlier this month, Australia's federal government unveiled a plan to offer households three hours of free power.

Pocket forests sprout up nationwide

Tiny native forests based on a 1970s planting method developed by a Japanese botanist are taking root across the country.

Regions rally behind clean energy

Poll results show that backing for renewables holds strong at 62% in spite of online trolling and misinformation campaigns.

Boost for bovine burp buster

Number 8 Bio has raised funds to help take its methane-cutting capsules from the lab to the paddock.

Vehicle-to-grid trial hits home

Australian V2G rollout transforms electric cars into "batteries on wheels" powering homes and stabilising the grid.

Earthshot winners shine in Rio

Projects from Brazil to Bangladesh awarded £1 million each for pioneering solutions to restore nature, cut pollution and protect communities.

Seaweed plastic scales up

WA startup Uluu has unveiled the next step in its scale-up plans in the wake of a multimillion-dollar funding round.

Electric trucks take the long road

The path to zero-emission road freight has gained traction with a successful long-distance delivery.

Spreading the sunshine

Rooftop solar may be booming, but millions of Australians are being left in the shade. New delivery models aim to change that.

Fresh start for sushi staple

As single-use plastic bans come into force, Aussie designers unveil a compostable alternative to the mini soy-sauce fish dropper.

Closing the climate skills gap

We explore solutions from a range of industries pushing to fill skill gaps across Australia’s emerging net-zero sectors.