News: sustainability
New Methods Discovered to Repurpose Lignin
Environment Institute member Dr Fiona Whelan and Associate Professor Stephen Bell, have developed a new sustainable method to repurpose lignin waste. Using an enzyme from the bacterium Amycolatopsis thermoflava, they’ve created a more environmentally friendly way to break down lignin, a common by-product from forestry.
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'Steering Sustainability' a FAME Podcast
Join Professor Melissa Nursey-Bray and Dr Ariane Gienger as they dive into the complexities of building a sustainable future in their podcast, Steering Sustainability. Each episode features engaging conversations with leading experts, offering both sobering and hopeful insights into how we can create lasting positive change.
Saving Urban Trees
Stefan Caddy-Retalic, an adjunct senior lecturer at the University of Adelaide’s Waite Arboretum and an Environment Institute member, comments on thw preservation of the iconic Overbury Drive red gum. He shares his knowledge in urban ecology, gaining attention from major media outlets like The Guardian, Yahoo News, AOL, and MSN.
How To Be A “Climate Prepper” 20th Uraidla Sustainability Fair
Professor Andy Lowe celebrated 20 years of the Uraidla Sustainability fair, leading and hosting a panel discussion, identifying ways we can become "Climate Preppers".
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AI & Digital Twins: The future of Farming
What if farmers could get real-time insights from AI to combat pests, improve productivity, and reduce environmental impact without crunching complex data?
Why Australia Needs Urgent Environmental Law Reform
With climate challenges increasing, Professor Patrick O'Connor discusses why effective environmental laws and strategic conservation funding are essential for long-term economic resilience.
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How can we transform our global timber supply chains for a more sustainable future?
A global study led by Environment Institute Director, Professor Andrew Lowe, together with Pham Thu Thuy and Thi Kim Hong Tang have tackled this complex challenge.
FAME strategy sustainability 2024 annual report: Out now
Read the FAME Strategy Sustainability 2024 Annual Report, featuring Environment Institute Executive Director Professor Andrew Lowe!
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Is explainable AI (XAI) in hydrology living up to the hype?
Professor Holger Maier's recent work warns that while Explainable AI (XAI) holds promise for hydrology, it doesn't always improve decision-making.
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Green policies in global trade: Challenges for developing countries
At the CIECI 2024 conference in Hanoi, international experts explored the intersection of green policies and global trade.
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