Bidvest installs WA's largest rooftop solar project
12 August, 2014Bidvest Foodservice has launched its most significant green initiative, with the installation of Western Australia's largest privately owned rooftop solar power array.
Biogas sparks a sustainable revolution for meat processing facility
23 July, 2014An innovative biogas and water treatment plant has revolutionised JBS Australia's Dinmore meat processing facility, reducing emissions and cutting operational costs by more than $1 million a year.
COHRAL produces biogas for Oakey Abattoir
18 March, 2014Oakey Abattoir has launched an initiative to extract green energy biogas from its wastewater streams with the COHRAL covered high rate anaerobic lagoon. Energy generated by the anaerobic digestion plant will replace the millions of dollars worth of natural gas currently consumed by the abattoir.
Draft standards on energy audits open for public comment
14 February, 2014Standards Australia has announced the release of three draft standards on energy audits for public comment. The standards are designed to assist organisations when deciding on what type of audit to implement, as well as providing an outline in best practice for energy auditors.
Solar hot water company awarded for winery installation
29 October, 2013Solar hot water company Apricus Australia has been honoured at the Wine Industry Suppliers Australia’s (WISA) Supplier of the Year Awards. The company jointly won the Banrock Station Environmental & Sustainability Award with The Solar Project for their collaboration in delivering the largest solar thermal plant for a winery in Australasia.
Atlas Copco cuts the noise
30 September, 2013Choosing Atlas Copco's screw blower technology for its water treatment facility has paid off for PepsiCo Foods Turkey, with the company achieving an average of 30% energy efficiency and lower noise levels.
Heat and Control heat recovery system
30 September, 2013Snack manufacturer Wyandot Inc purchased a Heat and Control Energy Recovery Heat Exchanger for each pair of ovens to harness a considerable source of energy that had previously been going out the exhaust stacks.
Cool technology to power refrigerated trucks
09 September, 2013Most refrigerated trucks and delivery vans used to rely on diesel power to keep their cargoes at the desired temperature, but now silent, emmission-free fuels are being trialled as an alternative.
Egg producer to install biogas digester
05 August, 2013Darling Downs Fresh Eggs will become the first Australian egg producer to install a biogas digester to power its poultry business. The project is expected to reduce the business’s current grid electricity usage by 60% in the first year.
Turning wastewater into green energy
16 July, 2013The United Farmer and Industry cane sugar mill in Thailand is one of the latest mills to use GWE Anaerobic technology. The plant has a capacity of 3500 cubic metres a day of wastewater, containing 22,750 kg per day COD of natural origin that can be broken down into biogas by anaerobic bacteria.
Swedish retailer keeps cool in the sun
26 June, 2013Dagab’s cold storage warehouse is powered by 407 solar cells, which generate 87,000 kWh electricity per year - roughly the amount of energy required to heat five average-sized homes.
Oiling the wheels of sustainable change
18 June, 2013Alba Edible Oils received a grant of nearly $500,000 as part of the Clean Technology Food and Foundries Investment Program. The company has reduced energy wastage by more than 80%, saving $190,000 per year in energy costs.
$43K grant saves $87K annually
28 May, 2013A $43,758 Clean Technology Investment Program grant is helping Amcor reduce its carbon emissions intensity by 5% and decrease its annual energy bill by $87,000.
Government grants can reduce your company’s energy bill by up to 50% - act now
06 May, 2013Did you know your company could benefit from up to $500K from Australian Government Energy Efficiency grants for manufacturers? But time may be running out, with the Opposition planning to abolish such carbon tax-driven incentives. This paper shows you how to apply now, including tips to give your application the best chance of success.
Activ8+ energy efficiency and sustainability program
01 May, 2013Energy Action offers a unique energy efficiency and sustainability partnership program, Activ8+.
