Lithium Universe Ltd. has partnered with Macquarie University and national science agency CSIRO to advance groundbreaking research into solar panel recycling. The collaborative project, titled “Microwave-Assisted Recycling of End-of-Life Silicon Photovoltaic Modules”, was selected under the CSIRO Industry PhD Program. The four-year initiative combines academic, scientific, and industry e... more

An 11-year-old Noosa boy who transformed a discarded timber pallet into a working wheelbarrow has set the bar for this year's Reviva Reuse Competition, with organisers now calling on residents to submit their own repair and repurposing projects before entries close in November. The 2026 competition, run by not-for-profit social enterprise Resource Recovery Australia, offers a $300 national priz... more

A historic First Nations-led joint venture has announced plans to explore a AU$2.5 billion renewable diesel refinery near Geraldton, aiming to boost fuel security and reduce emissions across Australia’s heavy transport, mining, and agriculture sectors. Under a memorandum of understanding signed by the Yamatji Southern Regional Corporation (YSRC), strategy and design firm Veyter, and parent co... more

From sweltering heat waves in the Top End to biting winter chills in Tasmania, the Australian climate imposes unique pressures on modern building sites. A structure’s internal climate depends on how effectively its energy envelope manages heat transfer. Mastering insulation science can future-proof your projects. When you maximise using advanced, sustainable materials, you can ensure long-ter... more