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Launceston Aquatic Centre cuts energy use with ABB motor and drive upgrade

Launceston Aquatic Centre cuts energy use with ABB motor and drive upgrade

The City of Launceston's Leisure and Aquatic Centre has installed ABB motors and variable speed drives, with an assessment reporting potential annual operational savings of up to AUD $77,120. The project is reported to deliver 400 MWh in energy savings and 100 tonnes in avoided carbon emissions.

Australian climate tech firm XDI wins two international awards

Australian climate tech firm XDI wins two international awards

XDI (Cross Dependency Initiative) won Best Sustainable Finance & Climate Solution at the Regulation Asia Awards for Excellence 2026 in Hong Kong, two weeks after being named Climate Data Provider of the Year at the InsuranceERM Climate Risk & Sustainability Awards 2026.