CORPORATE SUSTAINABILITY FEEDS

October 4, 2024
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How Sydney's OS Passenger Terminal slashed its waste costs

Veolia has delivered a solution to Sydney’s Overseas Passenger Terminal that has cut weekly waste collections by almost 66%. The Port Authority of NSW turned to […]
October 4, 2024
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$3m up for grabs for innovative waste projects

The NSW Government has made up to $3 million in funding available for innovative waste and recycling projects. The third round of the Local Government Waste […]
October 4, 2024
waste-and-recycling-industries-unite-for-urgent-action-on-battery-fire-crisis

Waste and recycling industries unite for urgent action on battery fire crisis

Australia’s leading peak waste and recycling industry organisations have joined together to call for urgent action on the growing hazard posed by batteries and electronics in […]
October 4, 2024
sweet-storage-solution:-novel-battery-uses-upcycled-food-waste

Sweet storage solution: novel battery uses upcycled food waste

A novel battery component that uses food-based acids found in sherbet and winemaking could make lithium-ion batteries more efficient, affordable and sustainable, according to research from […]
October 3, 2024
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Hydrogen energy micro-credentials aim to upskill engineers

Engineers Australia, through Engineering Education Australia (EEA) and Deakin University, will launch a suite of hydrogen energy micro-credentials with the aim of upskilling the engineering workforce. […]
October 1, 2024
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Back to basics: Coles trials boxes for fruit & veg

In a move to reduce plastic waste and the use of single-use plastic bags in its fresh produce department, Coles has launched a new trial that […]
September 30, 2024
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The Impact of High-Efficiency Mechatronic Drive Systems on Energy Reduction

In an era where energy conservation is paramount, high-efficiency mechatronic drive systems are emerging as vital components in various industries. These systems combine mechanical, electrical, and […]
September 30, 2024
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Bega Cheese Upgrades DAF Plant for Excellent Results

Overview In Northern Victoria, Sean Trebley, Environmental Manager – Bega Cheese, was presented with the significant challenge of upgrading the ageing wastewater aeration system at Bega’s Strathmerton […]
September 30, 2024
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ELGi EG PM VFD Series compressor

The newest addition to ELGi’s EG family of energy-efficient compressors is the PM VFD Series. The EG PM VFD Series (permanent magnet variable frequency drives) is […]
September 29, 2024
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Australia's energy transition urgently needs skilled workers

Research from the Institute for Sustainable Futures (ISF) in collaboration with the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) has shown that the nation might soon face a […]
September 27, 2024
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Liquid metal could be key to greener ammonia

Friday, 27 September, 2024 An RMIT-led study relying on liquid metal catalysts has demonstrated a low-energy approach for producing ammonia that is as effective as the […]
September 27, 2024
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Sludge treatment: a weighty issue

Sludge dewatering might not be the most glamorous process, but it is a vital part of ensuring compliance with a host of regulations affecting both municipalities […]
September 25, 2024
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Strengthening the sustainability of Rubus berry production

In a mission to develop a long-term sustainability program for the Rubus berry industry, Hort Innovation and Lifecycles are embarking on a life cycle assessment (LCA) […]
September 25, 2024
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Report highlights need for education on clean energy transition

A new report has revealed a clear willingness among Australians to adopt renewable energy initiatives, but also highlighted concerns about affordability, reliability and understanding of the […]
September 25, 2024
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Driving new safety standards for EV batteries

Recent news reports highlighting the rise in lithium-ion battery fires have sparked significant concern in Australia. With the waste and recycling industry reporting that it is […]
September 25, 2024
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Inside a $15 million contaminated soil washing facility

Veolia’s Taylors Road Resource Recovery Precinct at Dandenong South in Victoria will soon be home to EarthSure’s $15 million contaminated soil washing technology facility, a joint venture […]


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SOCIAL INNOVATION FEEDS

October 7, 2024
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The Case for Cost Evidence (Blog)

(Illustration by iStock/Visual Generation) In 2022, our colleagues at the International Rescue Committee (IRC) were struggling to address one of the world’s most profound child health […]
October 2, 2024
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The Societal Role of Social Entrepreneurship (Blog)

Social Enterprise How can social entrepreneurship promote social justice? An unlikely source provides an unambiguous and practical framework. (Illustration by iStock/themefire) The field of social entrepreneurship […]
October 1, 2024
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The Unbearable Whiteness of Boston

From White Folks Who Teach in the Hood: Reflections on Race, Culture, and Identity Edited by Christopher Emdin & sam seidel 240 pages, Beacon Press, 2024 […]
September 30, 2024
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Philanthropy Needs More Disconfirmation Bias (Blog)

(Photo by iStock/SACheckley) “It ain’t what you don’t know that gets you into trouble. It’s what you know for sure that just ain’t so.”—Mark Twain* When […]
September 25, 2024
how-indigenous-wisdom-can-support-youth-mental-health-(blog)

How Indigenous Wisdom Can Support Youth Mental Health (Blog)

(Photo by iStock/Dmitri Zelenevski) Renowned for its natural resources—towering redwoods, mighty rivers, abundant wildlife, and dramatic coastline—the Humboldt Bay region of Northwest California is home to […]
September 24, 2024
a-‘pull’-approach-to-scaling-proven-nonprofits-(blog)

A ‘Pull’ Approach to Scaling Proven Nonprofits (Blog)

(Photo courtesy of GreenLight Fund) When a nonprofit I founded in 1990 saw success in Boston, we were able to grow that nonprofit to two additional […]