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Sukhbir Sandhu, University of South Australia In 2022, humans generated roughly 62 million tonnes of electronic waste—or e-waste. That’s enough to fill more than 1.5 million garbage trucks. And by 2030, that figure is expected to rise to 82 million tonnes. Australia is a huge contributor to this problem. Every year each Australian, on average,…
Athletes have got better—but so has their equipment. And the amount of waste from sports is growing fast. Our research offers a way to reduce this waste—and extract valuable carbon fibres.
Harmony week—a time to celebrate the amazing cultural diversity that defines Australia.
On International Women’s Day this March 8, read how female-led initiatives, like Glimmer—The Sustainability Network, are working to empower women to address global challenges.
First Nations peoples must be central to Australia’s transition to renewable forms of power.
As a species, human beings need social connection to thrive. Read how isolation can be harmful to our health.
How to beat ultra processed foods? Improved food labelling and forcing supermarkets to sell healthier products would be a good start.
Preparing nutritious food to appeal to kids, budgeting, buying sustainably, reducing food waste—how can we make school lunches easier?
From this week, schools will start to return for term 1. What can we do to help children who might be anxious about new teachers, classes and routines?
Our hearts go out to our friends in California as they confront the impacts of the recent wildfires—the tragic loss of lives, land, and memories. But what can we learn?
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Glimmer acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and recognises their continuing connection to land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present.
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