Matters Journal

As we mark Reconciliation Week in Australia with the theme Now More Than Ever, it's timely that we honour the resilience and cultures of our First Nations peoples. Together, let's acknowledge the undeniable truth, embrace love and understanding, and work towards strengthening meaningful reconciliation. By walking hand in hand, we can create a future on this land where justice, equality, and respect flourish for all. More information at https://lnkd.in/fRGry5x

As climate change heats up the planet, athletes and fans are stepping up for action. From solar-powered Super Bowls to player-led climate petitions, sports are scoring big for the environment. Meet the game-changers leading the charge to a greener, cooler future. Read the Story > https://ow.ly/1Nfx50RGA7V #ClimateAction #EnvironmentalActivism #SportsForChange

There is a lot of waste in our world that can actually be used for other purposes instead of just becoming biomass as they are mostly used now. This is one innovative idea. Read more: https://ow.ly/ecra50RGCj6

Engineers have shaped a motion energy harvester into synthetic leaves that they say could one day be developed into energy-harvesting artificial trees. Read more: https://ow.ly/uEi150RGC17

Melbourne Design Week 2024 is about to kick off, and it's time to unleash your imagination and design the world you've always envisioned. Brace yourself for an incredible 11-day program featuring talks, tours, exhibitions, launches, installations, and workshops. With a pillar focus on ecology, ethics, and energy, you won't want to miss out on 'Desire x Design,' 'Souvenir by Friends & Associates,' 'Refuge: An urban resilience hackathon,' 'First Nations: our culture in glass,' and 'Shaping the future of sustainable surfboards’ and more. See you there. https://lnkd.in/gDTvagg

Discover why two leading Australian circular fashion brands, Arnsdorf and A.BCH, are closing their doors in 2024. Explore the journey of these pioneers and what it means for the future of sustainable and ethical fashion. Read the story > https://ow.ly/rs6450REzef #CircularFashion #SustainableStyle #FashionInnovation #EthicalFashion

Discover how Mithun’s Casa Adelante 2060 Folsom is combating climate change and advancing social and racial equity in San Francisco. Read more: https://ow.ly/HC1b50REvTr

Mobile technology is transforming healthcare and bridging the gap between patient needs and real-world context. Read about the innovative solutions that are making healthcare more accessible and efficient for all. Read more: https://ow.ly/RN4Z50Ra72b

This innovative system diverts wastewater to produce ample, clean electricity, capable of powering up to 60 households. The installation process is brilliantly straightforward, ensuring accessibility for communities and locations of all sizes. Read more: https://ow.ly/ljby50Ra6Sk

Delve into the evolving landscape of co-design with Dr Emma Blomkamp in her insightful contribution to Matters Journal. From field guides to the maturity model, discover the tools that ‘engage people in doing and thinking differently’ and foster effective collaboration in social innovation. Read more: https://ow.ly/x4M950Ra4nV #CoDesign #DesignThinking #HumanCenteredDesign #UserExperience #Storiesthatmatter