Focus areas

Using AI and cameras to identify and monitor litter
The challenge A common method for collecting data on plastic pollution and monitoring litter relies on humans conducting on-ground visual […]

Composite material development from waste streams
The challenge Researchers are looking at whether waste from agriculture or fossil fuel-based plastics can be repurposed into something useful. […]

Smart sensor technology to improve stormwater management
The challenge Stormwater drains and gross pollutant traps (GPTs) are used to prevent waste and sediments from flowing into the […]

Nappy recycling
We partnered with Kimberly Clark Australia on the Nappy Loop Project to deliver a solution for Australia to help reduce […]

Biomaterials made from seaweed
“Biomaterials made from seaweed offers many benefits.

Smart bin technologies
Recycling bottles could get a whole lot easier.

Engineering bioplastic degrading enzymes
The challenge Bioplastics, such as polylactic acid (PLA) and polyhydroxyalkanoates, are rapidly gaining use in the market as alternatives to […]

Microbial breakdown of microplastics for wastewater treatment
The challenge Plastics in the environment break down into smaller pieces, known as microplastics (25µm to 5mm), which have the […]

Helping the bioplastic industry navigate the use of microalgae
Informing decision making for algae-based processes through a technoeconomic framework.

Risk characterisation of microplastics in recycled organic wastes
The challenge Recovered waste is often used for beneficial purposes such as soil amendments, earthworks, or engineering fill. However, this […]