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Report reveals pathway for built environment decarbonisation
A new report has found that aligning with Australia’s 2035 emissions reduction target could result in a 93% reduction in built environment emissions from 2025 levels.
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Researchers develop cardboard-based rammed earth
Engineers at RMIT have created “cardboard-confined rammed earth”, a construction material composed entirely of cardboard, water and soil.
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Report highlights trends in construction worker suicide rates
Construction workers remain at higher risk of suicide than other Australians, but new research shows the gap is closing.
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AIRAH celebrates inaugural QLD awards
AIRAH’s 2025 QLD Member and Apprentice Awards were a huge success, honouring emerging talent and highlighting those who have given the most to the industry.
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Fujitsu General announces name change
From January 1, 2026, Fujitsu General will trade under the name General Inc.
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IEA to host free solar hot water webinars
The International Energy Agency’s Solar Heating and Cooling Program is hosting two free solar heating webinars on October 29 and 30.
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20 more apprentices complete Kirby CO₂ training
The Kirby Apprentice Fund has delivered the sixth round of its CO₂ Training Scholarship Program.
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Fujitsu General expands R32 ducted range
Fujitsu General has launched its large capacity R32 High Static Ducted series, completing the company’s R32 ducted family for the Australian market.
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AIRAH and FMA announce Reshaping Existing Buildings Conference
The inaugural iteration of Reshaping Existing Buildings will take place in Melbourne from June 3–4, 2026.
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Introducing students to a future in HVAC&R
Year 10 and 11 high school students have visited the Beijer Ref and Daikin premises as part of the “Discover HVAC&R” industry immersion day.
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Springing towards a more sustainable future
AIRAH CEO Sami Zheng, Affil.AIRAH, reflects on the steps Australia can take to become healthier, more sustainable, and more resilient over the next five years.
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Wastewater trial for potential PFAS solution
Wastewater treatment plants are set to trial a magnetic resin developed by University of Queensland (UQ) researchers to remove PFAS from sewerage.
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Australia leads IAQ action at Climate Week
The UN Climate Week in New York has seen the launch of two new initiatives to drive improvements in indoor air quality: a Global Commission on Healthy Indoor Air and a Global Pledge for Healthy Indoor Air.
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Seeley to launch next-gen Climate Wizard with webinar
Australian air conditioning manufacturer Seeley International has announced the launch of its next-generation Climate Wizard: the CW-X & XR Series.
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Industry workshop to explore low-carbon construction
The Decarbonising the Building Industry (DBI) initiative has announced the second event in its Flinders University series in Adelaide.
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Queensland introduces digital licenses
The Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) has announced that it will start introducing digital licences, developed in partnership with the Queensland government as part of Queensland’s Digital Licence app.
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Highlights from AIRAH’s NSW/ACT night of nights
The first annual AIRAH NSW/ACT Member and Apprentice Awards took place in Sydney on Thursday, September 18.
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CBOS testing the waters for HVAC&R licensing
Tasmania’s Consumer, Building and Occupational Services (CBOS) is running a survey seeking industry insight into the risks faced by HVAC&R trades and how regulatory oversight could help mitigate these risks.
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How Australia’s 2035 emissions target will affect HVAC&R
The federal government has released its 2035 emissions target, which it says is “ambitious, achievable, and in Australia’s national interests”.
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Climate report highlights need for urgent action
The federal government has released a first-of-its-kind report categorising and assessing Australia’s climate risks just days before it will announce updated 2035 emissions targets.