20 March 2026 Greater Western Water is encouraging businesses with high water needs to join Victoria’s WaterSmart program to track and target their water usage. Now in its second year, Greater Western Water is already supporting more than 20 businesses in Melbourne’s north and west regions to be water smart through the program. WaterSmart helps … Continued
As more New Zealanders are choosing to repair not replace, a renewed pride in practical skills is reshaping how we care for the things we own. From small household fixes to ambitious restorations, repair culture is gaining momentum as people look to save money, develop skills, reduce waste and extend the life of well-loved items. … Continued
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HONG KONG, Feb. 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — TERA-Award 2026 launches with a US$1.15 million prize pool, expanding globally through strategic collaborations with the United Nations Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and the University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) to accelerate breakthrough energy technologies for climate solutions. Founded in 2021 by Dr Peter Lee … Continued
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Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, has introduced EVlink Pro DC 720, a next generation electric vehicle (EV) charging solution designed for commercial and industrial sites, public charging hubs, and fleet operators. Delivering up to 720 kW of power and capable of charging up to 12 vehicles simultaneously, the system supports the growing demand … Continued
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13 February 2026 Greater Western Water is bringing its Customer Care Days to Wyndham throughout March. Sessions will be held across Tarneit, Manor Lakes, Werribee, Truganina, Taylors Lakes and Point Cook, with more than 100 additional events planned across the Greater Western Water service region over the remainder of the calendar year. By embedding employees … Continued
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Key Facts: Only 39% of Australian utility workers say safety is consistently taken seriously, with many reporting corner-cutting despite operating in high-risk environments 41% of workers still rely on manual/paper methods for safety tasks, while 27% report paper-based audit processes, creating compliance challenges 27% of utility workers prefer digital safety communications (text/app), showing openness to … Continued
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Complaints about energy and water issues in Victoria remained high in the 2024/2025 financial year, reflecting both emerging and persistent pressures in the community, from cost of living concerns and the impacts of changes at energy and water providers, to consumer experiences with new technologies. EWOV received 19,529 cases in 2024/2025, an increase of 4% … Continued
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The appointment of Sydney Water’s new boss presents a long-overdue opportunity to reset workplace culture and rebuild confidence in the public utility, the Australian Services Union said. Hunter Water Managing Director Darren Cleary has been announced as the new Manager Director of Sydney Water, following the departure of former boss Roch Cheroux earlier this … Continued
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Key Facts: Copper prices have fluctuated between $11 and $14 AUD per kg since COVID. With prices varying, a 100-metre roll of 2.5 mm 2c + E TPS copper wire valued at $30 may be sold wholesale for nearly $220 to sole traders but bought as scrap for only $3.5 a kg. Residential home builds … Continued
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New research from RMIT University shows that electricity disconnections for non-payment of bills can be stopped without significantly destabilising the market. Over 23,000 households across Australia experienced electricity disconnections for non-payment of bills in the 2023-24 financial year, causing significant harm to the mental, social and physical well-being of affected communities, with some households prioritising … Continued
