Companies are more likely to adopt sustainable initiatives if they realise cost savings, efficiency improvements or revenue growth in the …
New guide supports circular procurement in the built environment
The Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) has released A practical guide to circular procurement for new buildings and major …
Sea sponge-inspired material could enhance building designs
Engineers at RMIT University have developed a new material inspired by a deep-sea sponge that could lead to more efficient building designs. The double lattice design is modelled on the intricate skeletonRead More
Australian construction industry investing in new technology
Australia’s construction industry is increasing its investment in new technology, driven by confidence in the economic outlook for 2025. According …
Geotab announces Sustainability Centre and EV Charge Monitoring
Connected vehicle and asset solutions company Geotab has expanded its platform with the Geotab Sustainability Centre and EV Charge Monitoring, …
Advocating for women in construction: NAWIC’s impact in 2024
In 2024, the National Association of Women in Construction championed advocacy by delivering key campaigns in conjunction with its chapters, …
Building Commission NSW launches industry research panel
Building Commission NSW is inviting tradespeople and construction professionals to join its new Building Industry Research Panel. The panel offers …
The power of cool roofs: Comfort, cost savings and sustainability
The term cool roof refers to roofs built using products with high solar reflectance and high thermal emittance properties. High solar reflectance …
Navigating 2025: Outlook for the Australian construction industry
Coates has developed a guide to understanding the trends, challenges and opportunities that will shape the construction industry in 2025. …
Making Infrastructure Happen: Technology shaping major projects
As infrastructure projects grow in scale and complexity, technology plays an increasingly vital role in enhancing efficiency, mitigating risk and …