News: decarbonisation
New technology for cleaner greener steel

Dr Alfonso Chinnici, from the University of Adelaide’s School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering is leading a project through the Heavy Industry Low Carbon Transition (HILT) CRC to increase the quality of Australian iron ore, whilst reducing emissions.
Sparc Hydrogen pilot plant opening ceremony

A first in green hydrogen reactor technology was launched today at the University of Adelaide’s Roseworthy campus by Sparc Hydrogen Pty Ltd, a start-up company founded to translate research developed by Professor Greg Metha.
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Professor Gus Nathan delivers keynote at ASPACC 2025

Interim ISER Director Professor Gus Nathan recently gave a keynote presentation at the 15th Asia-Pacific Conference on Combustion in Singapore. The ASPACC is an essential forum within the combustion research community that resides in the Asia-Pacific region, with a wide range of participants from academia and industry.
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Introducing the AlumiNEXT™ project: the next generation in alumina refining

Dr Woei Saw, from the University of Adelaide's School of Chemical Engineering, is leading the AlumiNEXT™ project, a flagship HILT CRC project to decarbonise alumina refinineries.
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Accelerating Decarbonisation: Insights from Professor Göran Roos Lecture

Adjunct Professor Göran Roos presented his lecture "Accelerating Decarbonisation Through Industry Hubs: Lessons from Europe’s Experience", providing critical insights to help shape South Australia's industrial future through effective decarbonisation strategies.
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Roundtable Discussion on Decarbonisation with Professor Göran Roos

ISER and SA Zero hosted Professor Göran Roos for a roundtable discussion at the University of Adelaide. Industry and Government were provided with the insight and knowledge of industry hubs, decarbonisation and defence.
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Physical and chemical properties of ores associated with new processing technologies

Dr Zhiwei Sun, from the University of Adelaide's School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, is leading a HILT CRC project to explore new ways to process ores using low-carbon technologies.
From Europe to Adelaide: Insights on Industry-Led Decarbonisation

Join ISER's Adjunct Professor Göran Roos for his public lecture on "Accelerating Decarbonisation Through Industry Hubs: Lessons from Europe’s Experience". This is a free event, register now.
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Green Hydrogen: pioneering a path to a carbon-free future

University of Adelaide researchers are leading the way in novel production of hydrogen, which releases no carbon dioxide when used as an energy source, paving the way for a greener future.
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Identifying challenges and opportunities for H2 in iron and cement sectors

Dr Alfonso Chinnici is leading a HILT CRC project to scope opportunities for green hydrogen to decarbonise the iron and cement sectors.
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