Sustainability

The Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) has announced its latest initiative to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) working in the recycling and circular economy sectors. 

The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has intensified its efforts to decarbonise the aviation sector, announcing multiple initiatives focused on Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). 

Consultation is now open on New South Wales' first Protection of the Environment Policy (PEP) for Sustainable Construction, aimed at reducing carbon emissions and promoting the use of recycled materials in major public infrastructure projects, including hospitals, schools, and roads.

The Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) has released its 2022-23 Australian Packaging Consumption and Recovery Data Report, presenting a detailed overview of the nation's progress toward achieving a circular economy for packaging. 

Clesana Australia has launched its first mobile water-free toilet with a welded sanitary bag system, aimed at reducing odour and eliminating direct handling of human waste. 

The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has announced $14.1 million in funding for two projects under its Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) Funding Initiative aimed at reducing emissions in the aviation sector. 

Tamworth is set to gain a state-of-the-art Organics Recycling Facility (ORF) that aims to meet the region’s community and agricultural needs while aligning with New South Wales’ mandate to recycle organic material by 2030.

The Return and Earn program has introduced an innovative “takes all” trial at the Narrandera Recycling Return and Earn machine, eliminating the need for pre-sorting eligible drink containers. 

The Detmold Group has announced new global Sustainability Goals, including expanded aims to source more forest-certified fibre, boost recyclable content in products, maximise recycling and trash diversion, and source more renewable electricity.

NSW’s flagship drink container recycling initiative, Return and Earn, is celebrating its seventh anniversary, highlighting its environmental and social achievements since its inception in December 2017.