Local workers in regional New South Wales will be first in line for clean energy jobs following a AU$1.5 million state government investment targeting apprentice electricians and tradespeople in the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone (REZ). The Group Training Organisation (GTO) program aims to supply the skilled workforce needed to construct and operate the region's renewable energy netwo... more

The Illawarra Grammar School has opened a new education building in Wollongong that has become the first school building in New South Wales to achieve the internationally recognised Passivhaus Standard, marking a milestone for sustainable design in the state's education sector. The Hoskins Building, a two-storey, 2,500 square metre learning hub, was developed by architects betti und knut archit... more

The Australian government has introduced new legislation to Parliament aimed at strengthening the integrity, governance, and transparency of the nation’s carbon crediting scheme, ensuring it continues to drive down emissions while delivering vital economic opportunities to regional and rural communities. The proposed bill amends the Carbon Credits (Carbon Farming Initiative) Act 2011, drawing... more

Climate change is intensifying Australia's extreme weather, from blistering heat waves to powerful storms. This unpredictable weather places buildings under unprecedented strain, with the industry now looking to innovations such as 3D printing in response. Also known as additive manufacturing, this technology constructs buildings layer by layer from a digital model, but can these 3D-printed ... more