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IMPACT STORY
Bathrooms of the Future: Assessing the scope of smart water tech
As smart TVs, smart refrigerators and other intuitive IoT appliances pop up around homes, the bathroom is the next frontier. But what impact could these devices have, especially on water usage?
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PROJECT | 2022-2023
Improving Food Security and Community Resilience in the Northern Rivers
This project was a scoping study and situational analysis of the Northern Rivers Food system.
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PROJECT | 2023-2024
Inclusive Place-based Planning for LGBTQIA+ Communities
Researchers are collaborating with LGBTQIA+ communities to better understand how urban spaces can better service their needs and reflect their diverse experiences in more inclusive ways.
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IMPACT STORY
How can coal workers benefit from a renewables jobs boom?
An ISF study shows that while renewable energy can be a major source of jobs in the next 15 years, the outcomes for coal workers will depend on a clear transition strategy.
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