Sustainable infrastructure and innovation
Monash University is spearheading initiatives to promote sustainable infrastructure and innovation across various sectors:
- The ARC Research Hub for Infrastructure Net Zero, led by Professor Wenhui Duan from Monash Engineering, focuses on decarbonising the construction sector using advanced digital technologies, supported by A$5 million from the Australian Research Council.
- A strategic partnership with Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya in India aims to advance railway research and education through a joint research lab, leveraging Monash's expertise via the Monash Institute of Railway Technology.
- Research by Monash University and the University of Tasmania, involving Professor Russell Smyth from Monash's Department of Economics, explores AI's potential to revolutionise the mining sector, enhancing efficiency and environmental practices.