Solar power has become a mainstream contributor to the global energy mix, emerging as the largest driver of energy supply growth in 2025. Yet natural gas remained close behind that year, a reminder that full electrification is still far off and that many sectors remain tied to fossil fuels. Renewable fuels are increasingly seen as a bridge for these hard-to-abate industries, and solar power ... more

An Australian startup building homes from hemp has received $2 million in NSW government funding to expand its manufacturing operations at a facility in Toormina, near Coffs Harbour. The investment is designed to steer the construction industry away from carbon-intensive materials while strengthening the state's agricultural sector. Living Canvas is the recipient of the funding, delivered th... more

The Kwinana Energy Transformation Hub (KETH) has taken another significant step towards operation, with the Future Energy Exports Cooperative Research Centre (FEnEx CRC) awarding an $8.6 million engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract to Pacific Energy for the facility's hydrogen process plant. The contract marks the next phase of delivery for KETH's clean energy research and d... more

Australia’s construction industry is designing for a different climate than it was a decade ago. More frequent heat waves, intense storms and bushfire risk are changing what your clients expect from new buildings. Passive design helps you create structures that stay comfortable, consume less energy and perform more reliably during extreme weather. As building standards continue to evolve, these ... more