The Weekly Roundup
Desert custodians make the cut
On the same weekend that the Everything Electric show cruised into Sydney, Prince William’s Earthshot revealed the finalists in the running for its annual prize to fix the planet.
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Electric dreams realised in solar milestone
Australia may be topping the charts when it comes to rooftop solar and home batteries but will AI data centres keep the nation tied to fossil fuel?
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Battling a summer of wildfires
It has become a much-feared feature of the Australian summer, but now other countries are tapping into our nation's firefighting experience.
Household
Stadiums score a win on waste
Perth's Optus Stadium has joined a growing number of Australian venues ditching single-use plastic.
Planet
Nature ‘strip’ inspires urban rewilding
A significant and largely untapped opportunity to create pollinator corridors has been hiding in plain sight, says Aussie bee campaigner.
Household
Making a fashion statement
While the road to circularity remains steep, Australian fashion innovators believe the industry is finally hitting a tipping point.
Planet
Scientists urge swift action on methane
Researchers say more ambitious methane action worldwide could bring immediate benefits to the planet.
Infotech
Fixes for a post-truth world
Now ranked as one of Australia’s key security threats, the race is on to limit the impact of coordinated climate disinformation campaigns.
Agtech
Cotton claims under the microscope
In an era of ethical promises, forensic science is exposing the truth behind the label.
Household
Soy fish makeover on the menu
A sushi restaurant in Hobart has become the first venue to adopt the Holy Carp! sustainable soy sauce dropper.
Household
Cultivated pet treats make Aussie debut
A new pet treat brand, the first in the cell-cultured category, is set to be launched in Australia.
Planet
Old wind turbines ride new wave
A Gold Coast surfing competition has become the testing ground for fins crafted from recycled wind turbine blades.