Industry Research

Explore our extensive range of publications, including Commissioned Research, Peer-Reviewed Publications, Technical Reports, Opinions, and Whitepapers. Each piece reflects our unwavering commitment to shaping a future marked by sustainable practices and positive impact.

ACES Report

Then and Now: A Comparative Look at the Evolution of Pergolas

An interesting read following the evolution of pergolas: from primitive to marvels of sophistication.

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20 Aug 2025

Case Study

Pioneering Sustainable Design: The Letright Approach

A read on embedding sustainability from product design rather than as an afterthought. One industry champion, Letright, gives insights on doing things right.

16 Aug 2024

ACES Report

Sustainability In the Outdoor Furniture: A Call for Industry-Wide Change

A call for sustainable practices in the outdoor furniture industry, with lessons from Letright Industrial Corp. A company leading the way

26 Jul 2024

Case Study

REN LI'S VISION: Transforming Outdoor Living with Elegance and Environmental Stewardship

Meet Ren Li: A deep dive into the mind of a responsible person and the decisions they have had to make to run their business with environmental sustainability.

24 Jul 2024

Strategic Insight

The Future of Social and Community Impact in Business- Insights from the 10th ACES Summit, 2023

Immerse yourself in great insights on the current trends and possibilities of social sustainability in business, as discussed in the 10th ACES Summit 2023.

20 Dec 2023

Expert Opinion

UNHCR accuses government of breaching undertaking over refugee cases

The United Nations high commissioner for refugees (UNHCR), Filippo Grandi, has accused Australia of breaking its word by refusing to allow refugees on Manus.

14 Nov 2023

Expert Opinion

Language a barrier to flow of scientific knowledge

Language barrier remains a challenge in communicating scientific results.

26 Nov 2022

Expert Opinion

Why air pollution in schools is such a big deal – and what to do about it

Boris Johnson withheld a 2013 report showing 433 London schools—mostly deprived—exceeded NO₂ limits, risking children's health and equity.

27 Mar 2020

Expert Opinion

Q&A Women still missing in Brazil’s top science posts

Marie-Anne van Sluys, genome pioneer and Brazilian Academy scientist, champions women in science and balances research, teaching, and family life.

02 Nov 2019

Expert Opinion

Women in power are complicit in South Africa’s gender-based violence

In the transition to democracy in South Africa, the promise of a more gender-equal society has struggled to gain traction.

16 Dec 2018

Expert Opinion

Indonesian Muslim women engage with feminism

Stories of Indonesia’s early feminist, Kartini, and the recent world-first female Muslim clerics congress in Indonesia both offer insights in this discussion.

06 Jan 2017

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