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Electrification and renewable fuel clearest pathway to zero-emissions construction
The construction sector accounts for more than a third of global carbon emissions, of which emissions from sourcing and producing materials, logistics, and other construction activities make up more than 16 per cent. The need for electric solutions in the construction industry is being driven by increasingly stringent emissions regulations, as well as high fuel […]
Robust accountability and transparency integral to effective ESG frameworks
Recognising the link between environmental challenges and social equity is crucial for a holistic, people-centric, and human rights-based approach to environment, social, and governance (ESG) risk management, particularly as investors become increasingly focused on companies’ ESG credentials. Future green industries and societies will be reliant on the extraction of critical minerals, putting focus on the […]
Empowering Efficiency: Australia’s Circular Economy Revolution
In recent years, Australia has emerged as a proactive player in embracing this transformative concept, spearheading initiatives across various sectors to drive sustainability and environmental stewardship. Several industries are actively contributing to the nation’s sustainable growth. Notably, the packaging industry has been at the forefront of these efforts, implementing measures to reduce single-use plastics and […]
AWRE Community Leaves 2023 Event Re-Energised, Re-Focused and Re-Committed
David Gerrard, CFO Veolia added “Change is going to require effort and brave decisions in order to hit the targets by 2030 and we need to acknowledge that Australia are behind world standards on how we use and address our waste policies – to get to where we want and need to get to, we […]
APCO attends AWRE to provide an update on Australia’s 2025 National Packaging Targets and looking beyond 2025 for packaging circularity
APCO recently released the Review of the 2025 National Packaging Targets report, a comprehensive document which outlines the current state of Australia’s progress towards the 2025 Targets and the actions needed to accelerate progress to 2025 and beyond. Thursday 27 July | 10.30am to 11:15am – Packaging over two horizons APCO’s CEO Chris Foley will […]
Ushering in a New Era for Waste and Recycling
Now, IVECO is set to take the industry by storm once again with the much-anticipated 2024 release of the new and improved IVECO ACCO – a range poised to redefine the standards of waste management and recycling operations. Improved features and capabilities. The upcoming IVECO ACCO has been meticulously designed to elevate the capabilities of […]
Zero emission waste collecting eEconic truck to star at Sydney show
It will present the all-electric eEconic, a ground-breaking truck that not only produces no local emissions, but also operates in near silence. Mercedes-Benz Trucks Australia will soon begin a local validation program for the eEconic that will become available in Australia and New Zealand in the near future. The electric eEconic adds to the positives […]
Ever wonder why McDonalds sells Diet Coke?
This is a sort of ‘mental offsetting’. I might be about to eat something which will add to my chances of having a heart attack, but I’ve reduced the impact of the Coke so the two balance out.’ This is the same psychological reason why in a 2011 study, people taking multivitamins allowed themselves to […]
The Australian Organics Recycling Industry – At a Glance
Australian Organics Recycling Association The Australian Organics Recycling Association (AORA) is the peak industry body and national voice for businesses across the organics recycling supply chain. AORA envisions a future where recycling and reuse of organic materials within a circular economy is widely understood and supported by all Australians. AORA works to facilitate an operating […]
AIP heads to AWRE 2023 in July with 3 x packaging sessions
All of industry is invited to attend the free sessions. AWRE will be held at the ICC, Darling Harbour on the 26 & 27 July. Wednesday 26 July | 12.15 pm to 1.00 pm – Circular & Sustainable Packaging Design The AIP will be running a session at AWRE that will be focussed on how to […]