This paper assesses the two technologies leading the decarbonisation of Australia's bus fleet, finding that battery-electric buses are significantly more cost-effective and offer greater emissions reductions than hydrogen fuel-cell electric buses, particularly when powered by renewable energy.

Canada faces a severe housing crisis. Two major initiatives over the past six years aimed at encouraging more homebuilding have not alleviated the lack of supply for many low to median-income households. This report argues that the best way to improve this is a co-ordinated approach that combines mechanisms available to all levels of government.

Current approaches to engaging First Nations peoples in urban policy and planning are placing an unreasonable and unsustainable burden, especially on Traditional Custodians. This research examines the relationship of First Nations peoples in Australia to urban policy, and is designed to centre First Nations sovereignty, authority, knowledge, governance and agency as the starting point toward...

The building industry has been the subject of negative commentary for some time. With the establishment of a new Building and Plumbing Commission, this independently commissioned report examines seven of the Victorian Building Authority's most complex and challenging consumer cases, some of which span more than 10 years.

The fragmentation of rail presents challenges for both existing and prospective rail operators. This report outlines the case for a more effective approach, with supporting legislation, to facilitate industry’s efforts to harmonise standards and realise the benefits of greater interoperability and a more efficient, safe and productive industry. It proposes three alternate pathways to harmonisation.