UTS has a proud tradition at the forefront of sustainability research – delivering insights, solutions and technology around environmental science, climate change, green energy, clean water and public policy.
Sustainability research news and projects
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Coral connections
While the task of maintaining and restoring the health of the Reef is a huge shared responsibility, one initiative shows what can be achieved when stakeholders work together.
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Algae cures brewer's carbon hangoverUTS scientists and beer brand Young Henrys are demonstrating the potential for algae to help businesses offset carbon dioxide.
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Harnessing the power of human waste
Eureka Award-winning scientist Qilin Wang is working on technology that could turn wastewater treatment plants into carbon-neutral energy generators.
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Reducing carbon and increasing productivityFour years ago, The Australian Alliance to Save Energy (A2SE), together with the UTS Institute for Sustainable Futures, initiated the annual Australian Summer Study on Energy Productivity.
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Part of the fabric: professional fishing in NSW coastal townsSpare a thought for the professional fishers who keep your plate piled high, they’re bringing a lot more than fish to the table.
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UTS races towards more sustainable energy
A super-charged research partnership will power new technologies to reduce emissions, improve reliability and reduce energy bills for Australian households and businesses.
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Leading sustainability experts
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Professor, School of Civil and Environmental Engineering
