Hanson has unveiled its sustainability policy that aligns with parent company HeidelbergCement Group’s Sustainability Commitments 2030.
Fly ash cement promises a greener solution
A new blend of sustainable cement that uses a coal by-product has been developed and poured by the University of Sydney.
Alex Fraser and Mann Group, driving Melbourne’s circular economy
Alex Fraser’s Clarinda Recycling Facility recovered and recycled more than 2500 tonnes of demolition materials from Mann Group’s latest project in Melbourne’s CBD.
Engineering insights event anticipates future market outlook, materials demand
A wet processing symposium run by CDE Global featured speakers from BIS Oxford and Repurpose It. They provided insight into the challenges and expectations of Australia’s extractive industry moving forward.
NT Government to use recycled asphalt for the first time
Two major Darwin roads will be paved with recycled asphalt in a first-ever initiative for the Territory.
QLD Government invests $27 million in recycling projects
The Queensland Government has pledged $27 million for recycling projects to divert rubbish sent to landfill, encouraging the creation of environmentally-friendly products including recycled aggregates.
Corrosion-resistant concrete to combat common sewage problem
RMIT University researchers have developed a cement-free concrete that can withstand corrosion and prevent ‘fatbergs’ in sewage pipes.
Recycled asphalt paves the way for ACT suburb project
Downer’s road surfacing material – Reconophalt – has been adopted for the Ginninderry project, to pave roads in Strathnairn, ACT.
Infrastructure upgrades to RAAF Williams Point Cook to use recycled aggregates
Aurecon Project Delivery Services has joined forces with the Australian Government’s Department of Defence Estate Works Program by using recycled materials to upgrade car parks and pavements at the RAAF Williams Point Cook base.
CDE Global to host virtual trade event for the wet processing industry
Wet processing specialist CDE Global will be hosting a free, two-day virtual event about the materials wet processing industry on 14 and 15 October, 2020.