Planet
Spotting beach plastic from afar
New spectral index is helping to detect plastic debris on remote beaches.
Louisa Hearn
Louisa has been creating newspaper and magazine content for over two decades spanning business and consumer tech, science, engineering and lifestyle.
Energy
From wind turbine to tiny home
This nacelle shell gets its second wind in the form of an eco-friendly living space.
Household
Grocery bags get down to earth
Compostable shopping bags are hitting the spot for supermarket shoppers.
Household
A big cleanup for household cupboards
These home basics come with a lower footprint and plant-based ingredients.
Agtech
Renewables ride on the sheep’s back
A new video series celebrates the arrival of clean energy into Australia’s rural heartland.
Energy
Solar cells that power up indoors
A transformative solar charging technology is set for launch in regional Australia.
Planet
Fish, the final frontier
The next generation of sustainable seafood may not be fished from the sea.
Transport
A cruise ship powered by sails
Is this wind-assisted transoceanic ship concept the future of cruising?
Transport
Electric transport era gathers pace
Ferries, trucks, buses and commercial fleets are the next frontier for EVs.
Household
A 'surprise' fix for food waste
The world’s largest platform for surplus food has arrived on Australian shores.
Planet
Aussie drones on bushfire alert
Advanced drone and satellite technology to deliver early warning systems for wildfires.
Transport
The next stop for buses is electric
Australian cities prepare for a new generation of zero-emission buses to transport commuters.