Pollution plumes float into view
A new visualisation tool helps urban communities identify the industrial sources of air pollution in their neighbourhood.
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Nobel win for chemistry trio
A university researcher in Australia shares the chemistry Nobel Prize for pioneering new materials that could solve environmental challenges.
SwarmBots take the field
Self-driving farm bots designed to reduce the use of fuel and chemicals have attracted $30 million in funding.
City skyscraper makes the cut
Sydney's Quay Quarter Tower has been named as one of the Earthshot Prize finalists as the world’s 'first fully upcycled skyscraper'.
Seaweed buttons make waves
Alt-plastic startup Uluu has secured its first fashion customer: luxury sleepwear brand Papinelle.
Cool change for AI factory
The developer of a next-generation AI data centre in Tasmania has raised funding as it seeks to address power and water-security concerns.
Building blocks of change
Australian innovators are turning cardboard, earth and hemp into the next generation of low-carbon building materials.
Seabin turns trash into data
A new litter monitoring and removal program will study the movement of waste in waterways around Sydney airport.
Solar glass breaks ground
A leap forward in solar energy-generating windows could help buildings make more of their own energy without sacrificing style.
Solar energy arrives in store
Retailers are diving in to the solar power market amid booming interest in household renewables.
Enzyme tech levels up
Australian biotech company Samsara Eco has cut the ribbon on its first commercial-scale plastic recycling plant in regional NSW.
Nature wins at Eureka awards
Australian scientists tackle biodiversity loss, climate resilience and energy efficiency.
Transport
Solar cars shine in Outback race
Teams from across the globe have raced from Darwin to Adelaide powered solely by the sun.
Household
Eco-packaging pioneers unite
Australian suppliers join forces to expand sustainable alternatives to single-use plastic food and drink containers.
Energy
LA puts wave energy to the test
A new wave energy system in Los Angeles could pave the way for cleaner, ocean-powered ports.
Transport
Electric ferries bound for Denmark
Two large battery-powered ferries built in Hobart will help decarbonise one of Denmark’s busiest sea routes.
Household
Aussie alt-fat approved in US
An Australian startup fermenting fats with the taste of animal products has achieved regulatory approval in the United States.
Planet
Unpacking the plastic problem
Australia is pushing ahead on soft plastic waste solutions as hopes for a global plastic treaty fade in Geneva.
Business
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.
Household
Funding boost for eco leather
A homegrown leather alternative startup is stepping closer to commercial scale with fresh Federal funding.
Transport
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.
Planet
Safe harbour for seahorses
A conservation project in Sydney Harbour is helping an endangered seahorse population.
Energy
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.
Business
Australia heads for climate reckoning
A landmark International Court ruling adds weight to the call for stronger climate action from political and business leaders.