On why any boss who sacks staff for going on strike on Friday is a bum The Fifth Estate - our view It’s an indictment of Australian politics that some politicians are in a thundering state of outrage over plans for businesses and students to attend #ClimateStrike events tomorrow. 1
World Energy Congress pushes for pathways to energy transition Richard Romanowski, Planet Ark Power Major fossil fuel players are planning for the inevitable transition to clean energy – and it was all on display at the latest World Energy Congress, last week.
On why any boss who sacks staff for going on strike on Friday is a bum It’s an indictment of Australian politics that some politicians are in a thundering state of outrage over plans for businesses and students to attend #ClimateStrike events tomorrow. On why any boss who sacks staff for going on strike on Friday is a bum The Fifth Estate - our view It’s an indictment of Australian politics that some politicians are in a thundering state of outrage over plans for businesses and students to attend #ClimateStrike events tomorrow.
ACT – a renewable energy trailblazer and among global leaders The Australian Capital Territory will likely meet its 100 per cent renewable electricity target ahead of its own deadline of 1 January, 2020, according to a new report released by the Australia Institute. ACT – a renewable energy trailblazer and among global leaders Wendy Frew The Australian Capital Territory will likely meet its 100 per cent renewable electricity target ahead of its own deadline of 1 January, 2020, according to a new report released by the Australia Institute.
World Energy Congress pushes for pathways to energy transition Major fossil fuel players are planning for the inevitable transition to clean energy – and it was all on display at the latest World Energy Congress, last week. World Energy Congress pushes for pathways to energy transition Richard Romanowski, Planet Ark Power Major fossil fuel players are planning for the inevitable transition to clean energy – and it was all on display at the latest World Energy Congress, last week.
New Zealand parliament buildings go green The environmental performance of New Zealand’s most iconic building, the Beehive, and two of the country’s other parliamentary landmarks, will be independently verified by the NZ Green Building Council (NZGBC).… New Zealand parliament buildings go green Poppy Johnston The environmental performance of New Zealand’s most iconic building, the Beehive, and two of the country’s other parliamentary landmarks, will be independently verified by the NZ Green Building Council (NZGBC).…
Dust-up over food labelling obscures bigger food crisis Baristas beware: the dairy industry is going into battle to ban the use of the word milk in conjunction with soy, almond, coconut or other plant-based coffee-whitening beverages. According to… Dust-up over food labelling obscures bigger food crisis Willow Aliento – Oxygen Files Baristas beware: the dairy industry is going into battle to ban the use of the word milk in conjunction with soy, almond, coconut or other plant-based coffee-whitening beverages. According to…
On why any boss who sacks staff for going on strike on Friday is a bum The Fifth Estate - our view It’s an indictment of Australian politics that some politicians are in a thundering state of outrage over plans for businesses and students to attend #ClimateStrike events tomorrow. 1
CitySmart and WePower in PPA group for Brisbane Georgia Roach A new partnership between Brisbane City Council and a global technology company will make direct access to renewable energy easier for Queensland’s businesses.
ACT – a renewable energy trailblazer and among global leaders Wendy Frew The Australian Capital Territory will likely meet its 100 per cent renewable electricity target ahead of its own deadline of 1 January, 2020, according to a new report released by the Australia Institute.
World Energy Congress pushes for pathways to energy transition Richard Romanowski, Planet Ark Power Major fossil fuel players are planning for the inevitable transition to clean energy – and it was all on display at the latest World Energy Congress, last week.
New Zealand parliament buildings go green Poppy Johnston The environmental performance of New Zealand’s most iconic building, the Beehive, and two of the country’s other parliamentary landmarks, will be independently verified by the NZ Green Building Council (NZGBC).…
Dust-up over food labelling obscures bigger food crisis Willow Aliento – Oxygen Files Baristas beware: the dairy industry is going into battle to ban the use of the word milk in conjunction with soy, almond, coconut or other plant-based coffee-whitening beverages. According to… 1
Ultimo Pyrmont – A neighbourhood and community not to be messed with! Sue Holliday, University of NSW Approving Star City’s proposed tower would destroy a rare example of planning gone “right”, when planners, politicians and the community worked together. The latest Pyrmont debate is an important one…
Tomorrowland 2019: I, human in the climate emergency The Fifth Estate The built environment and our future are speeding headlong on converging tracks. In a time of climate emergency, we need to seize control of our trajectory and deliver the radical…
A day in 2030 in your sustainable home Suzanne Toumbourou, ASBEC Here’s what life will look like in 2030 if Australian governments adopt best practice energy standards that are currently on the table for our homes and appliances.. 4
Melbourne manufacturer tackling waste crisis with recycled coatings and walls Poppy Johnston Family-run building materials manufacturer Casafico has been quietly turning waste into building materials for over 15 years, including prefabricated wall panels and coatings made from up to 50 per cent recycled materials.
Public authorities should hold tenders for straw bale buildings David Thorpe The ultimate eco construction, straw bale buildings are no longer just the preserve of home builders and “green” enthusiasts. In the UK, public authorities are commissioning them via public tenders.
A cities deal could do so much to cool the Central City Adam Leto, Western Sydney Leadership Dialogue With winter out of the way and warmer conditions now upon us, it won’t be long before waves of Sydneysiders start flocking to our city’s beaches. This is especially the…
Nuclear industry must address community concerns Mike Brown Recently promoted as a “green power” alternative, the nuclear option, like so-called clean coal, is a dud and fundamental social concerns about its use remain unaddressed.
Making buildings smart and creating the agile workplace sponsored: Paul Crothers, Schneider Electric Digital Buildings division Across our cities we see more and more smart buildings, equipped with sophisticated technology to monitor almost every aspect of their environment, but not all buildings are operating smartly.
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Excellent vision on the difference decisions made today make to our living standards and the environment in the future. And once it's built in it's th…Keith Anderson on A day in 2030 in your sustainable home
My current 7 star NatHERS home could become a8star home if we put on a black roof and remove the 1300mm verandah to the north. This would make our ho…Bernard Rowley on A day in 2030 in your sustainable home
But more than that, any business that sacks climate strikers is sacking its very best and brightest employees and those employees need to move on anyw…Nigel Howard on On why any boss who sacks staff for going on strike on Friday is a bum
Climate Strike Commitments: Investa, UTS, BankAustralia, Impact Investment Group, GoGet, GWA, Luigi Rosselli Architects,
The reusable retub container is shaking up the takeaway market City workers don’t want to give up tasty takeaway food, and vendors need to serve customers quickly. So, a new product has combined sustainability and convenience in a bid to tackle food waste.
TGL News: Cycling for youth homelessness, new waste guidance for the construction industry and an international merger
Ultimo Pyrmont – A neighbourhood and community not to be messed with! Sue Holliday, University of NSW
A cities deal could do so much to cool the Central City Adam Leto, Western Sydney Leadership Dialogue
Climate Strike Commitments: Investa, UTS, BankAustralia, Impact Investment Group, GoGet, GWA, Luigi Rosselli Architects,
Climate Strike Commitments: Investa, UTS, BankAustralia, Impact Investment Group, GoGet, GWA, Luigi Rosselli Architects,
Tomorrowland 2019: I, human in the climate emergency The Fifth Estate The built environment and our future are speeding headlong on converging tracks. In a time of climate emergency, we need to seize control of our trajectory and deliver the radical…
On why we called the next Tomorrowland I, human News from the front desk 452: Tomorrowland is back. This year we’ve named our yearly signature event I, human in the climate emergency. The title was obvious. We have fast…
Climate Clever: National Program & Partnerships Coordinator – East Coast Advertisement Climate Clever is looking for a fun, driven and passionate person to join our fast-paced and exciting Edtech start-up.
Jobs news: Community Housing Limited, Deloitte, Urbis The Fifth Estate Sustainability job salaries are fairly even across the various states and territories, according to a report by Talent Nation. The Fifth Estate covered this report last month, pointing to the…
City of Sydney: Sustainability Engagement Officer (Residential) Advertisement The Sustainability Engagement Officer (Residential) will develop and deliver strategic programs to achieve better environmental performance in residential strata communities.
Jess Scully elected City of Sydney’s new deputy lord mayor The Fifth Estate Jess Scully has been elected deputy lord mayor for the City of Sydney. Scully was elected as a councillor for the City of Sydney in 2016. She’s now the deputy chairperson…
Dr Bronwyn Evans appointed Engineers Australia chief executive officer The Fifth Estate Peak engineering body Engineers Australia has appointed Dr Bronwyn Evans as its new chief executive officer. The electrical engineer has had an extensive career that includes CEO of Standards Australia…
Jobs news: Suburban Rail Loop Authority, Mott MacDonald, Standards Australia The Fifth Estate Senior Victorian bureaucrat, Nick Foa, has been appointed to run the new authority responsible for the state’s biggest transport project, Melbourne’s Suburban Rail Loop.
City of Sydney: Sustainability Engagement Coordinator – Food Waste Advertisement The City is about to embark on the delivery of a 2-year food waste avoidance program across our local government area.
Jobs news: Arcadis; Metropolitan Waste and Resource Recovery Group; Great Places Co The Fifth Estate Jacqui Banks has moved to the private sector after working for the Victorian government since 2016, joining Arcadis as city executive Melbourne. Ms Banks has most recently worked on the…
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Jobs news: City of Paramatta, Morrison & Co, NSW Circular, AECOM The Fifth Estate City of Paramatta has appointed a new chief executive officer after more than a year-long search, and he comes from the property industry, a smart choice given the scale of…
Australian Energy Foundation: Business Development Manager Advertisement Australian Energy Foundation is looking for a full time business development manager to join the team.
City of Sydney: Sustainability Engagement Coordinator Advertisement The Sustainability Engagement Coordinator will develop, deliver and manage a suite of projects aimed at achieving our renewable energy targets.
Jobs news: Integral; Auckland Council; Unispace; thinkstep The Fifth Estate Auckland getting serious about tackling its traffic problems
CitySmart and WePower in PPA group for Brisbane Georgia Roach A new partnership between Brisbane City Council and a global technology company will make direct access to renewable energy easier for Queensland’s businesses.
ACT – a renewable energy trailblazer and among global leaders Wendy Frew The Australian Capital Territory will likely meet its 100 per cent renewable electricity target ahead of its own deadline of 1 January, 2020, according to a new report released by the Australia Institute.
World Energy Congress pushes for pathways to energy transition Major fossil fuel players are planning for the inevitable transition to clean energy – and it was all on display at the latest World Energy Congress, last week.
Nuclear industry must address community concerns Recently promoted as a “green power” alternative, the nuclear option, like so-called clean coal, is a dud and fundamental social concerns about its use remain unaddressed.
Load shifting could be the best way to unlock solar’s financial power Australian households are doing their bit to cut the nation’s carbon emissions by adopting solar rooftop panels but not all of them are saving on their energy bills. 1
Guide to corporate renewable energy power purchase agreements New guides on power purchase agreements, templates and roadmaps have been released by the Business Renewables Centre. Here is why they’re timely.
A day in 2030 in your sustainable home Suzanne Toumbourou, ASBEC Here’s what life will look like in 2030 if Australian governments adopt best practice energy standards that are currently on the table for our homes and appliances.. 4
Foresight Group launches fund for small scale renewables A new fund for smaller-scale renewable energy projects in Australia has been launched by the Foresight Group, a UK-based infrastructure and private equity investment manager. 1
MSCI buys Carbon Delta to boosts climate risk capabilities Climate risk modelling capabilities are in hot demand, with industry research firm MSCI Inc set to buy fintech and data analytics firm Carbon Delta AG.
Angels and Icarus: Crowd-funding a low-carbon transition Angel investors, impact investors, ESD-focused venture capitalists, start-ups, crowd-funded equities, crowd-sourced funding … the ways money can be channelled to save the planet and deliver social and environmental good are multiplying at a rate of knots.
Market pulse – Junglefy, UTS, WA jobs and climate change Roundup of industry news: Junglefy general manager Suzie Barnett says the team is now at 35 and looking to add staff, especially in the sales area.
Ghost of Bjelke-Petersen looms large over new Queensland legislation New legislation proposed by the Queensland government to ban “locking” devices used by climate activists and to give police more power to search suspected protesters is raising the spectre of Joh Bjelke-Petersen era laws criminalising public protest. 1
On why any boss who sacks staff for going on strike on Friday is a bum The Fifth Estate - our view It’s an indictment of Australian politics that some politicians are in a thundering state of outrage over plans for businesses and students to attend #ClimateStrike events tomorrow. 1
Ultimo Pyrmont – A neighbourhood and community not to be messed with! Sue Holliday, University of NSW Approving Star City’s proposed tower would destroy a rare example of planning gone “right”, when planners, politicians and the community worked together. The latest Pyrmont debate is an important one…
Ban Ki-moon: All new and retrofitted infrastructure needs to be climate resilient from now on When the cost of climate change adaptation is one-tenth the cost of no action in coastal cities, the case for doubling down on resiliency measures is clear. But according to a new report the world is way behind on climate change adaptation.
The future of transit in cities could be point to point mobility that mimics nature Imagine a transport system powered by renewable energy that lets you zip around on autonomous pods above the ground as quickly and smoothly as blood and nutrients course through our bodies, and is linked up to our food production systems for faster paddock-to-plate dining than ever before. 3
Uprooting urban tree myths in the climate emergency Australia faces a shrinking window of opportunity to plant enough trees to help cool our cities and protect our farms, writes sustainability expert Michael Mobbs. 4
A Danish view on circular construction Poppy Johnston As resources become scarcer, building owners may one day be able to sell walls, ceilings and floors to other developers, instead of demolishing them.
Melbourne manufacturer tackling waste crisis with recycled coatings and walls Poppy Johnston Family-run building materials manufacturer Casafico has been quietly turning waste into building materials for over 15 years, including prefabricated wall panels and coatings made from up to 50 per cent recycled materials.
Public authorities should hold tenders for straw bale buildings The ultimate eco construction, straw bale buildings are no longer just the preserve of home builders and “green” enthusiasts. In the UK, public authorities are commissioning them via public tenders.
Making buildings smart and creating the agile workplace Across our cities we see more and more smart buildings, equipped with sophisticated technology to monitor almost every aspect of their environment, but not all buildings are operating smartly.
Australia’s construction industry must unite around a cohesive strategy I recently attended a conference in the UK that discussed future trends affecting the global construction industry, and what struck me was the stark lack of consensus, clarity and strategy we have in Australia around the future of our construction and engineering industry, compared with many other countries. 1
The evolution of coliving and how it’s rolling out – Sydney’s west included PROFILE: Coliving operator Hmlet only set up shop in Sydney early this year but its portfolio has grown quickly to more than 200 rooms across Paddington, Newtown, Marrickville, Alexandria, and most recently the Western Sydney suburb of Parramatta. 2
The new technology unlocking smart buildings for existing stock Only about 5 per cent of buildings are equipped with the right infrastructure to make them smart but a new low cost wireless canopy technology has the potential to “make every building a smart building”.
On why any boss who sacks staff for going on strike on Friday is a bum The Fifth Estate - our view It’s an indictment of Australian politics that some politicians are in a thundering state of outrage over plans for businesses and students to attend #ClimateStrike events tomorrow. 1
World Energy Congress pushes for pathways to energy transition Richard Romanowski, Planet Ark Power Major fossil fuel players are planning for the inevitable transition to clean energy – and it was all on display at the latest World Energy Congress, last week.
Ultimo Pyrmont – A neighbourhood and community not to be messed with! Approving Star City’s proposed tower would destroy a rare example of planning gone “right”, when planners, politicians and the community worked together. The latest Pyrmont debate is an important one…
A day in 2030 in your sustainable home Here’s what life will look like in 2030 if Australian governments adopt best practice energy standards that are currently on the table for our homes and appliances.. 4
A cities deal could do so much to cool the Central City With winter out of the way and warmer conditions now upon us, it won’t be long before waves of Sydneysiders start flocking to our city’s beaches. This is especially the…
Nuclear industry must address community concerns Recently promoted as a “green power” alternative, the nuclear option, like so-called clean coal, is a dud and fundamental social concerns about its use remain unaddressed.
Australia’s construction industry must unite around a cohesive strategy I recently attended a conference in the UK that discussed future trends affecting the global construction industry, and what struck me was the stark lack of consensus, clarity and strategy we have in Australia around the future of our construction and engineering industry, compared with many other countries. 1
Bren Smith: Eat Like a Fish Willow Aliento – book review Many like to call themselves disruptors but Eat Like A Fish author Bren Smith is absolutely not the standard corporate disruptor-type who presents well in a suit.
2040: A Handbook for the Regeneration Willow Aliento – book review It can be hard to feel hopeful about the future of life on earth some days, particularly in the current political climate in most English-speaking nations.
A pathway to One Planet cities Our UK based correspondent David Thorpe has written what’s quickly gaining acclaim as a stunning book that offers a holistic solution to the sustainability crisis on our hands… not that we’re biased of course. Here’s our resident book reviewer Willow Aliento’s take.
Problems and Where to Find them by James Murray-Parkes Some books defy easy description or the usual glib reviewer phrases, and Problems and Where to Find them is just such a book. 3
The sustainable summer reading list Here’s our list of (mostly) relaxing yet educational books to pack into your suitcase this Christmas break. Happy reading.
Tomorrowland 2018 – the ebook The Fifth Estate is immensely proud to bring you our latest ebook, Tomorrowland: the urban agenda, based on our Tomorrowland 2018 signature event. 4
No Place Like Home – repairing Australia’s housing crisis BOOK REVIEW: Regular readers of The Fifth Estate who have been following our coverage of housing issues – around affordability, sustainability, homelessness and urban planning are going to love this book.
On why any boss who sacks staff for going on strike on Friday is a bum The Fifth Estate - our view It’s an indictment of Australian politics that some politicians are in a thundering state of outrage over plans for businesses and students to attend #ClimateStrike events tomorrow. 1
CitySmart and WePower in PPA group for Brisbane Georgia Roach A new partnership between Brisbane City Council and a global technology company will make direct access to renewable energy easier for Queensland’s businesses.
ACT – a renewable energy trailblazer and among global leaders Wendy Frew The Australian Capital Territory will likely meet its 100 per cent renewable electricity target ahead of its own deadline of 1 January, 2020, according to a new report released by the Australia Institute.
World Energy Congress pushes for pathways to energy transition Richard Romanowski, Planet Ark Power Major fossil fuel players are planning for the inevitable transition to clean energy – and it was all on display at the latest World Energy Congress, last week.
New Zealand parliament buildings go green Poppy Johnston The environmental performance of New Zealand’s most iconic building, the Beehive, and two of the country’s other parliamentary landmarks, will be independently verified by the NZ Green Building Council (NZGBC).…
Dust-up over food labelling obscures bigger food crisis Willow Aliento – Oxygen Files Baristas beware: the dairy industry is going into battle to ban the use of the word milk in conjunction with soy, almond, coconut or other plant-based coffee-whitening beverages. According to… 1
Ultimo Pyrmont – A neighbourhood and community not to be messed with! Sue Holliday, University of NSW Approving Star City’s proposed tower would destroy a rare example of planning gone “right”, when planners, politicians and the community worked together. The latest Pyrmont debate is an important one…
Tomorrowland 2019: I, human in the climate emergency The Fifth Estate The built environment and our future are speeding headlong on converging tracks. In a time of climate emergency, we need to seize control of our trajectory and deliver the radical…
A day in 2030 in your sustainable home Suzanne Toumbourou, ASBEC Here’s what life will look like in 2030 if Australian governments adopt best practice energy standards that are currently on the table for our homes and appliances.. 4
Melbourne manufacturer tackling waste crisis with recycled coatings and walls Poppy Johnston Family-run building materials manufacturer Casafico has been quietly turning waste into building materials for over 15 years, including prefabricated wall panels and coatings made from up to 50 per cent recycled materials.
Public authorities should hold tenders for straw bale buildings David Thorpe The ultimate eco construction, straw bale buildings are no longer just the preserve of home builders and “green” enthusiasts. In the UK, public authorities are commissioning them via public tenders.
A cities deal could do so much to cool the Central City Adam Leto, Western Sydney Leadership Dialogue With winter out of the way and warmer conditions now upon us, it won’t be long before waves of Sydneysiders start flocking to our city’s beaches. This is especially the…
Climate Strike Commitments: Investa, UTS, BankAustralia, Impact Investment Group, GoGet, GWA, Luigi Rosselli Architects,
Climate Clever: National Program & Partnerships Coordinator – East Coast Advertisement Climate Clever is looking for a fun, driven and passionate person to join our fast-paced and exciting Edtech start-up.
Jobs news: Community Housing Limited, Deloitte, Urbis The Fifth Estate Sustainability job salaries are fairly even across the various states and territories, according to a report by Talent Nation. The Fifth Estate covered this report last month, pointing to the…
City of Sydney: Sustainability Engagement Officer (Residential) Advertisement The Sustainability Engagement Officer (Residential) will develop and deliver strategic programs to achieve better environmental performance in residential strata communities.
The reusable retub container is shaking up the takeaway market City workers don’t want to give up tasty takeaway food, and vendors need to serve customers quickly. So, a new product has combined sustainability and convenience in a bid to tackle food waste.
TGL News: Cycling for youth homelessness, new waste guidance for the construction industry and an international merger
