Business
The PFAS-buster that makes biochar
Australian-developed technology is being used to transform sewage into carbon-rich industrial products.
Louisa Hearn
Louisa has been creating newspaper and magazine content for over two decades spanning business and consumer tech, science, engineering and lifestyle.
Household
Giant boost for home batteries
A new cost-saving scheme aims to leverage soaring solar adoption in Australian homes by slashing battery installation costs.
Energy
New laws target battery fires
A product lifecycle bill will make battery suppliers responsible for their safe disposal in NSW amid rising fire concerns.
Household
Solar Foods steps up protein plans
A protein forged from thin air is being scaled up as international interest in alternative proteins intensifies.
Transport
Two giant steps for EVs
Could these big breakthroughs in battery and charging technology shift the landscape for electric vehicles?
Planet
Battling wildfires from within
This 3D simulation offers a glimpse into the fierce and unpredictable nature of extreme fires in a safe, virtual environment.
Transport
Real-time charging map for EVs
A new tool that collates live charging data will tackle one of the biggest pain points for electric vehicle drivers.
Surfboards from old wind turbines
Tough-to-recycle wind turbine blades are finding favour with sport and fashion brands in search of hard-wearing sustainable materials.
Planet
Sydneysiders step up for sea life
Protecting the habitat of the hundreds of marine species that live hidden beneath the ocean's surface is the focus of this month's festival.
Household
A winning coffee blend
The team behind this Australian concrete-coffee combo has taken out a people's choice award in Canberra.
Energy
The solar farm that floats
This new tech generates power in remote areas and tackles water scarcity at the same time.
Planet
A safe haven for native bees
This 23-year-old ecologist educates Aussies on protecting native pollinators and reveals how to build a bee hotel.