Warehouse by Design is set to save almost $6,000 per year and offset its annual electricity consumption by 73 per cent with Solahart Warehouse by Design, a local Sydney storage and materials handling business, is switching up the status quo by embracing a commitment to sustainability. From its head office in the Western Sydney suburb of Smithfield, Warehouse by Design has been providing local businesses with smart storage solutions and materials handling services for 25 years. A solar solution to soaring energy prices  Feeling the pressure of rising electricity costs and customer ca ..read more

Australian National Maritime Museum The Australian National Maritime Museum is thrilled to see the return of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition, now in its 59th year. On loan from the Natural History Museum in London, this exhibition highlights a myriad of plant and animal species from the lens of wildlife photographers worldwide. These breathtaking images capture both the beauty and the traumas faced by our natural environment and invite audiences to see the world from a unique perspective and understand the importance of protecting and advocating for wildlife co ..read more

A new study from Scientific Beta, “From ESG Confusion to Return Dispersion: Fund Selection Risk is a Material Issue for ESG Investors”, examines the performance dispersion of ESG funds and finds that fund selection risk is a material issue for sustainable investment strategies, creating the possibility of data mining. The findings show substantial performance disparities between a set of ESG exchange traded funds (ETFs) invested in US stocks. In particular: Over a six-year period, the difference in annualised returns between the best and worst ESG funds is 6.5%when adjusting for differe ..read more

Ecological activist Arwinder Kaur says travelling the world in her youth was the best education she could have received, bringing her face to face with contrasting realities of the human existence. She learned that perspectives are shaped as much by mind and soul as by external circumstances, and that lesson opened her eyes to the important distinction between “needs” and “wants” and how that distinction directly impacts the environment and the survival of the human species. “What is considered ‘suffering’ or being ‘free?” Kaur asks. “What are rights and privileges, and are humans really enti ..read more

Readers young and old will enjoy the rollicking, fast-paced new adventure, The Lincoln Zoo Rebellion — a story that is every bit as entertaining as it is informative. Brimming with sophisticated humor, fascinating factoids and an eclectic cast that includes an elderly zookeeper who communicates with animals, a sweet young veterinarian fresh out of school, a fugitive African teen, a cast of “chatty” zoo creatures and courageous kids from the American town of Lincoln, the book is sure to spark an early interest in animal welfare and preservation. As the story begins, aging zookee ..read more

The Mekong Delta in Vietnam is home to over 20 million people and acts as a globally important agricultural area. The health and longevity of this important ecosystem is being threatened by rising sea levels and coastal erosion. Researchers rely on advanced wave measurement devices from Nortek to validate ocean models and provide accurate data for the development of coastal erosion defenses. The Mekong Delta encompasses the southern tip of Vietnam and is home to some of the world’s most fertile land. Over past decades, this area has faced increasing environmental pressure. Upstream dams and s ..read more

A new report published by UNESCO on World Press Freedom Day, 3 May, warns of increasing violence against, and intimidation of journalists reporting on the environment and climate disruption. At least 749 journalists or news media reporting on environmental issues have been attacked in the last 15 years, and online disinformation has surged dramatically in this period. UNESCO is calling for stronger support for environmental journalists and better governance of digital platforms. Without reliable scientific information about the ongoing environmental crisis, we can never hope to overcome it. A ..read more

Five net-free zones to be implemented from May 17 $12 million for fishers to be compensated for loss of fishing grounds Topsy Creek net-free zone near Kowanyama will support First Nations business development, including eco-tourism The Gulf of Carpentaria’s threatened sawfish, turtles and dugongs have won a much-needed reprieve with the Queensland Government’s announcement today of five new net-free zones, the Australian Marine Conservation Society (AMCS) and Humane Society International (HSI) Australia said. The Queensland Government today announced that net-free zones will ..read more

● International Compost Awareness Week (ICAW) 2024, the largest and most comprehensive education initiative of the compost industry, takes place 5 – 11 May. ● ICAW 2024’s theme is COMPOST…Nature’s Climate Champion. ● Composting organic residuals and creating compost is a proven winning combination to tackle climate change, while also helping to keep soils healthy. It also helps to make soil more resilient to drought, reduce the need for mineral fertilisers, support biodiversity and grow more nutrient-rich foods. As the world grapples with the urgent need to combat climate change, Internationa ..read more

Australia’s Leading healthy living industry event Naturally Good has announced 2024’s award finalists, uncovering some of Australia’s most innovative products in the space. The awards highlight brands that trailblaze and revolutionise the natural health industry, with an emphasis on innovation, quality and sustainability. Presented at the Naturally Good Expo on June 3 at the Award Gala Evening. Guests can register now to attend the Awards Night at https://register.divcom.net.au/naturally-good-2024/visitor-registration/Site/Register. The Naturally Good awards span across 14 ..read more