We regularly share our thoughts and tips on creating a truly sustainable business on our blog.
Hydrocarbon Storage
From the onset of the industrial revolution, hydrocarbons have become closely tied to modern-day living. They account for approximately 85% of energy consumption worldwide and have a myriad of other uses (Fernando, 2020). Hydrocarbons are naturally forming organic,...
Bunya Pines
The bunya pine, or Araucaria bidwillii, is one of the most impressive trees in Australia, famous for its large cones, delicious seeds and incredible height. Based on its common name, we might assume that this tree is a type of pine, however, as the scientific name...
Types of stakeholder: Should your approach be different based on stakeholder type?
Stakeholder engagement can be challenging but worthwhile and can be likened to how we relate to members of our family or others in our social circle. Like most relationships, those stakeholder relationships that are built with clear communication, a shared vision and...
Always Was, Always Will Be – Connection and Occupation to Land through Artwork
NAIDOC Week celebrations are held in July each year however this year’s events were postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic and are now being held from the 8th to 15th of November. Each year, a theme is chosen to reflect the important issues and events for NAIDOC...
Data and Information Management: Things to remember
As an Environmental practitioner, we obtain and generate lots of data and information. This knowledge is important for making decision and providing advice, preventing environmental impacts, and determining if management measures are effective. As such, it is...
National Water Week: 19-25 October 2020
National Water Week (NWW) is organised by the Australian Water Association, and takes place annually during the third week of October, making a splash across Australia (AWA, 2020). National water week focuses on industry organisations, schools and communities by...
COVID-19 in the Workplace – National Safety Month
October is Safe Work Australia's (SWA) National Safe Work Month, the focus for this year is Work Health and Safety (WHS) through COVID-19 (SWA, 2020). This year's theme highlights the WHS challenges, the positive outcomes brought on by the pandemic and the role WHS...
‘Containers for Change’ Scheme
From the 1st of October, Western Australia will be implementing the Containers for Change Scheme to reduce litter and increase recycling across the State. Certain types of containers are considered eligible for recycling under the scheme. Eligible containers can be...
Indigenous Australian Astronomy
Long ago, before the Babylonians, Greeks, the Renaissance, and the age of Enlightenment, the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island were reading the stars. The First Australians are the oldest continuing cultures in the world, stretching back over 65,000 years. This...
How to get the most out of your Native Seed during rehab
The development of a mining operation, can involve the alteration of existing landforms and hydrological conditions, remove of flora and faunal habitats, and potentially create contamination (Bennett & Lacy, 2016). At the end of mining, it is the proponent's...