The car handles the most personal trips in Australia. A scenario wherein current trends prevail into the next generation is described and discussed from the point of view of sustainability. Emerging trends on electrification, shared economy, connectivity, big data and autonomy are examined on how they impact the car of the future.
Ocean power opportunities for Australia - Dr Richard Manasseh
Increasing developments in Australian ocean-wave and tidal power have occurred over the past five years. Wave power presents the largest opportunity, offering an immense supply of low-variability, continuous energy to Australia's predominantly coastal population. However, to date there have only been temporary trials, and this talk explains why.
At one time, product design considering by engineers were limited to functionality and cost. Over time this expanded to cradle-to-grave considerations, also known as life-cycle assessments, that took into account the environmental impacts of the product from its raw material extraction all the way through to its final disposal. Later a greater understanding of toxic waste and non-renewable raw materials drove the cradle-to-cradle design which further took into consideration the impact of future generations.
