Extracting silicon from used solar panels for better batteries
27 January, 2023Researchers at Deakin University have announced that they have developed a sustainable way to address the issue of recycling end-of-life solar panels.
Fortescue announces involvement in green iron smelting joint venture
20 December, 2022Fortescue will provide knowledge about iron ore quality and preparation and will supply various iron ores for the new net-zero smelting plant in Austria.
Low-cost battery has four times the capacity of lithium-ion
09 December, 2022A new technology sodium–sulphur battery has potential to significantly reduce energy storage costs.
Australia has huge solar industry potential: report
09 December, 2022The 'Australian Silicon Action Plan' is a blueprint for jobs and prosperity in Australia's solar future.
Australian project aims to revolutionise energy connectivity
21 November, 2022Project SHIELD aims to be a world-leading project set to revolutionise energy grid connectivity and generate savings.
CSIRO releases collaboration readiness tool
14 November, 2022CSIRO has launched a tool designed to help companies understand their characteristics and how to approach collaboration with R&D partners.
Tonsley Innovation District joins global network of excellence
31 October, 2022Tonsley Innovation District in South Australia has been named an inaugural member of the Global Network of Innovation Districts.
Deakin University opens battery research and innovation hub
21 October, 2022Deakin University has launched a $10.3 million world-class facility for advanced battery design, fabrication and testing, located in Burwood, Victoria.
UTS teams up with Young Henrys to make smarter beer
14 October, 2022The UTS Industry 4.0 Brewery is a 5G-connected microbrewery and uses machine learning to optimise processing conditions.
CSIRO on a mission to chart Australia's low emissions future
11 October, 2022CSIRO has launched a new research Mission to help Australia's regions and hard-to-abate industries transform and accelerate towards a low emissions economy.
Researchers make breakthrough in carbon conversion for ethylene
10 October, 2022Researchers at University of Illinois Chicago have discovered a way to convert 100% of carbon dioxide captured from industrial exhaust into ethylene.
New research ties to advance modern manufacturing
26 September, 2022Australian and UK researchers and innovators have struck a new agreement to support opportunities to collaborate on modern manufacturing methods.
New report highlights alarming lack of hydrogen training
20 September, 2022A report by the Victorian Hydrogen Hub (VH2) at Swinburne University of Technology highlights the urgent need for hydrogen skills and training across Australia.
FFI to establish hydrogen technology hub in Colorado
19 September, 2022Fortescue Future Industries is to establish the Colorado Technology Hub for green energy technology research and bring jobs to America.
UNSW very-high-speed motor offers improved power density
12 September, 2022A team from UNSW Sydney has developed a new permanent magnet motor that significantly reduces the use of rare earth materials.