Qld-based underwear brand Nat’v Basics a finalist in the Clean & Conscious Awards 2023
Nat’v Basics, which was started by founder Sandy Ronalds in October 2019, has been shortlisted for two categories in the Fashion and Fitness section of the awards.
The hidden cost of ‘free returns’ for Amazon US
Free returns might seem simple. But managing those returns can get costly for retailers in the US, so much so that many returned items are simply thrown out.
Alan Finkel explains the carrot and stick approach for a zero-emissions energy system
The world is currently undertaking the enormous technological challenge to build a reliable, affordable, zero-emissions energy system of the future.
Kiwi startup Evnex to launch “smart charger” for EVs in Australia
New Zealand startup Evnex revealed plans to launch its latest smart charger in Australia, promising it could provide users with data on when electricity in the national grid is both greenest and cheapest.
ACT’s period plan is promising, but also creates a huge plastic problem
The ACT’s recent decision to provide free period care in schools, hospitals, and to the general public is a huge moment for Australia.
Sustainable fashion brand Pangaia lands in Australia with an exclusive David Jones partnership
Pangaia has launched in David Jones’ stores and online, with a colourway, Wollemi Pine Green, inspired by one of Australia’s rarest and oldest trees.
Woolworths backtracks on its ‘Made in Australia’ promise for all paper bags
The grocery giant set the goal of making all of its paper bags in Australia in 2021 in response to customer backlash.
Uber Green will give Aussies a chance to ride in electric cars
Uber Green will let users request a ride in an electric or hybrid vehicle for the same price as an UberX ride.
Big W, Best&Less and more join Good360 and ARA drive for a circular economy among retailers
The Australian Retailers Association (ARA) has partnered with charity Good360 to launch the Inner Circle initiative.
“Unrealistic”: Peak retail body asks ACT government to revisit plastic ban deadline for businesses
With the next stage of the plastic ban coming into effect from July 1, the peak retail body has labelled the deadline as "unrealistic" and urged the government to revisit the dates.
Reground will recycle 75,000 tonnes of coffee grounds that would otherwise end up in landfill
It killed Reground founder Ninna Larsen to see cafes throwing away used coffee grounds. So she started a business to put them back into flowerbeds across Victoria.
UK-Australia free trade agreement may be “gold standard” but misses the mark on climate action
The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade analysed the impact of the free trade agreement with the United Kingdom but did not raise concerns over its climate ambition.
