Victoria ramps up water security planning to prepare for an uncertain future 18 Jul Victoria’s population is set to crack 10 million by 2050, but water feeding into catchments could decrease by as much as 40% by then. With this … Read more
‘Mini-hydro’ plants pump up utilities’ renewable energy output 13 Jul To tackle the ongoing energy consumption challenge faced by water utilities, a major Victorian provider has installed five mini-hydro plants … Read more
Melbourne Water trials co-digestion to move towards zero emissions 7 Jun Melbourne Water is trialling co-digestion of organic wastes at its Western Treatment Plant in the hopes of boosting environmental … Read more
Industry should look to younger generations as water sustainability allies 3 May Millennials are least likely to understand water consumption costs, yet this generation is becoming the vocal and enthusiastic supporters of … Read more
Chinese and Australian partnership capitalises on shared WSUD expertise 28 Apr Australian research and technology will be put the test in a 10-hectare innovation park in China aimed at testing new innovations in water … Read more
Water industry key to Australia’s renewable energy future 15 Mar The Australian water industry could play an important role in achieving secure, cheap and 100% renewable energy, an ANU study has shown.