CORPORATE SUSTAINABILITY FEEDS

April 26, 2024
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From glass waste to energy-efficient bricks

RMIT University engineers have created a new type of energy-efficient brick from scrap materials. In collaboration with Australian recycling company Visy, the engineers used a minimum […]
April 26, 2024
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How the perfect blend of tyres and plastic led to a sulfur-free oil

When tyres are broken down, the liquid oil that is formed normally contains hazardous sulfur-containing compounds, presenting a challenge for the safe upcycling of tyre waste. […]
April 26, 2024
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Heat recovery could save money and the environment

Compressors and the compressed air they generate are used in a multitude of applications. However, the fact that compressor exhaust heat can be harnessed often remains […]
April 24, 2024
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Could carbon financing boost green wastewater treatment?

Researchers from Colorado State University have explored the potential of using carbon financing to fund green wastewater-treatment approaches that go beyond existing greywater treatment practices. Carbon […]
April 24, 2024
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Better data is the key to meeting ESG standards

Qlik By Mark Fazackerley, ANZ Country Manager, Qlik Wednesday, 24 April, 2024 This week marked Earth Day 2024, and as we navigate an increasingly data-driven landscape […]
April 22, 2024
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Can I see your (product) passport please!

Digital Product Passports that allow consumers to scan a product’s label to read up on its sustainability credentials and understand how to repair and recycle it […]
April 22, 2024
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Transforming pill packaging into fencing

The Vinyl Council of Australia (VCA) is collaborating with several Australian industry partners to recycle waste PVC pharmaceutical blister packaging. VCA member Think Fencing, based in […]
April 18, 2024
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New partnership to focus on textile recycling

Textile Recyclers Australia (TRA) Pty Ltd has joined forces with the ARC Research Hub for Microrecycling of Battery and Consumer Wastes. TRA and the Hub, which […]
April 17, 2024
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NSW South Coast gains its first community battery

The NSW South Coast has gained its first community battery thanks to Endeavour Energy. The Shell Cove battery is the second one to be installed in […]
April 17, 2024
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Untapped solar could achieve billions in savings

Wednesday, 17 April, 2024 Researchers from UNSW Sydney have examined the untapped solar potential of residential buildings across Australia. Their report found that people living in […]
April 15, 2024
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The sustainability sector's thoughts on a 'future made in Australia'

By Carolyn Jackson Monday, 15 April, 2024 Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese revealed his government’s plan for the future of Australian manufacturing, with the announcement of […]
April 15, 2024
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Concerning level of 'forever chemicals' in global source water

A recent UNSW-led international study has assessed the levels of per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in surface and ground water around the globe. PFAS are a […]


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SOCIAL INNOVATION FEEDS

April 25, 2024
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Big Bet Bummer (Blog)

(Photo by iStock/fergregory) I just got back from Skoll World Forum, the Cannes Festival for those trying to make the world a better place. What makes […]
April 23, 2024
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Living on Social Networks

The Digital Double Bind: Change and Stasis in the Middle East Mohamed Zayani and Joe F. Khalil 320 pages, Oxford University Press, 2024 Buy the book […]
April 22, 2024
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A Partnership Industry for Impactful Ed-Tech (Blog)

(Photo by iStock/CreativaImages) Educational technology, or ed-tech, shares some crucial similarities with fintech. In both markets, products and services are sold across B2B, B2C, or B2G […]
April 18, 2024
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How Movement-Accountable Intermediaries Can Change Philanthropy (Blog)

(Illustration by iStock/ajijchan) In November 2022, Mackenzie Scott announced she had given almost $2 billion to 343 organizations, many of which are funds, as she calls […]
April 16, 2024
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Thriving Through Service

Tell Me My Story: Challenging The Narrative of Service Before Self Dimple D. Dhabalia 278 pages, Ambika Media, 2024 Buy the book » For generations we’ve […]
April 16, 2024
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Removing Barriers to Quality Education in the MENA Region (Blog)

(Illustration by Raffi Marhaba, The Dream Creative) Quality education is essential to sustainable development. Access to safe learning spaces, reliable resources, an accredited and student-centered curriculum, […]