Hectares of empty factory and warehouse rooftops are the solution to renewables’ tyranny of distance
By Partners in Performance A major barrier to renewable energy expansion in Australia is the strong opposition from rural communities who fear the takeover of arable land by solar farms, wind turbines and transmission pylons, all to satisfy the needs of EV-driving city dwellers. Critics also cite infrastructure costs to connect a myriad of renewable […]
Out of the box: Officeworks launches Bring it Back for Business to help reduce technology waste from landfill
To accelerate efforts in reducing technology waste ending up in landfill, Officeworks haslaunched its ‘Bring it Back for Business’ initiative for National Recycling Week. This program empowers business customers to recycle their unwanted office accessories, including monitors, cables, keyboards, ink, toner, and other hard-to-recycle items. Expanding its popular ‘Bring it Back’ program, from Tuesday 19 November Officeworks will offer business customers in Victoria, with plans to expand across […]
AUSTRALIA COMMITS TO SUPPORT CLIMATE ACTION FOR APAC NEIGHBOURS
THE HON DR JIM CHALMERS MP TREASURER THE HON CHRIS BOWEN MP MINISTER FOR CLIMATE CHANGE AND ENERGY THE HON JOSH WILSON MP ASSISTANT MINISTER FOR CLIMATE CHANGE AND ENERGY The Australian Government is supporting action on climate change in our region through guaranteeing up to US$200 million (approximately A$300 million) worth of Asian Development […]
New satellite data showing – Urban Green Spaces continue to decline across the world
Today, Husqvarna Group unveils the Urban Green Space Report 2024, highlighting a concerning decline in urban green spaces worldwide. Analyzing satellite data and AI insights from 344 cities across 62 countries, the report reveals that 75% of these cities have seen a reduction in green spaces. The trend thus continues in the same direction as in […]
Churchill Trust Celebrates Another Year of Bold Change-Makers
Kelly Lees As The Winston Churchill Memorial Trust approaches its 60th anniversary next year, 103 of Australia’s most passionate and determined individuals have been awarded a Churchill Fellowship, announced today across the nation. This honour celebrates a diverse group of everyday Australians committed to making a positive impact in their communities and beyond. “The beauty […]
Australia’s Digital Future at Risk: How Climate Change Could Sever Key Internet Links
By Sam Spencer, CEO and co-founder, Aristotle Metadata As I touched down on the island nation of Samoa for the 2024 Commonwealth Business Forum, the reality of climate change struck me with renewed urgency. Flying over this small island, it’s hard not to feel the looming threat of rising waters. As a country surrounded by thousands […]
