Envirostraw in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia | Consultation agency
Envirostraw
Locality: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Phone: +61 409 677 449
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25.01.2022 EnviroStraw is leading the way in WUE (Water Use Efficiency) by slashing water use and costs for revegetation projects at construction and development sites even in hot, dry and remote areas. Our innovative range of products, developed and manufactured in Australia, are proven to use significantly less water during the application process compared to our competitors. Save more than 40,000 litres of water per hectare with our low water usage Hydromulch programs. While our non...-watering option means theres no need for an expensive watering system to keep establishing vegetation alive. Our EnviroBond Polymer solution stabilises the soil and Hydromulch layer for up to 12 months until natural rain events occur. This can save hundreds of thousands of dollars on a large scale project. If youre looking for low water usage and non watering options to increase the WUE of a construction and development site, find out more about the EnviroStraw range of proven revegetation solutions here.
25.01.2022 Since our inception in 2011, EnviroStraw has been a proudly Australian-owned and operated manufacturer that supports rural industries across Australia a fact thats more important than ever, given the huge pressure on Australian businesses and products in a post-COVID 19 world. Employing only Australian workers and using renewable Australia resources bought from Australian farmers, were committed to supporting local industries that were already struggling with the impact of devastating fires, floods and droughts. In a sector thats seeing increased competition from international products, EnviroStraw truly stands out as a wholly Australian-owned and operated leader in the revegetation field.
24.01.2022 We’re excited to announce that EnviroMatrix ECM, our erosion control matrix, has WON the 2020 IECA - International Erosion Control Association Environmental Excellence Award for innovation, contribution and education. EnviroMatrix ECM has delivered exceptional outcomes across extremely disturbed construction, road and mine sites across Australia, rebuilding soil health and carbon levels for fast, sustainable revegetation, and we’re extremely proud to be changing the way that industry approaches hydraulic erosion control. #soilhealth #soilscience #revegetation #hydromulch #erosioncontrol #erosion #regeneration #soils #microbes #nativeplants #soilstability
24.01.2022 We recently posted and shared the amazing results that were achieved regenerating unstable steep slopes (with little to no topsoil) in Binna Burra on the Gold Coast. In this video you can see how our products - EnviroMatrix ECM and EnviroBond - were applied.
24.01.2022 GeoSpray Extreme was selected by our client for its proven reliability and speed of application to stabilise and stop erosion on slopes and batters around their water treatment facility in Brisbane. GeoSpray Extreme is a spray on durable erosion control product designed to stop erosion from extreme rain events, overland flow and wind. For more information on GeoSpray, visit: http://www.geospray.com.au
23.01.2022 On any project where grounds been disturbed, its crucial to rebalance the soil in order to establish revegetation after construction work ends. By balancing the soil in a natural way, we enhance microbial activity and increase overall soil health improving water-holding capacity and nutrient availability, minimising erosion and developing healthier, more drought-resistant plants. Happily, all EnviroStraw programs are designed for hydraulic revegetation processes, and weve developed a range of products to assist us with soil balance. Were committed to balancing the soil in the most natural way possible because nature always delivers the best outcomes. To find out more about why its crucial to rebalance soil in a natural way, head to our blog.
23.01.2022 It doesn't get any more extreme than this! EnviroStraw was engaged to provide a solution for establishing vegetation on a vertical rock face for the purpose of greening and beautifying these slopes on the Winter Olympic Highway project in the Hebei province of China, near Beijing. The first step was to design and test a soil binder that would hold the screened and sprayed on-site soil where high rates of cement had been used previously. Working with the Beijing university we ...were able to successfully design a soil binder that was economical and proven under lab conditions - allowing for germination and longterm plant establishment whilst holding the soil in place. The process: Install a Geocell confinement mat onto the rock slope Spray on-site screened topsoil via the Hydromulch equipment which included the speciality soil binder 48 hours later, spray our all-in-one Erosion Control Matrix (ECM) and biotic growth media at a 10-ton p/h rate with location specific native seed and cover crop seed species The results to date are exceeding all expectations - design targets are well and truly meeting the desired outcome. It's still early days and we are waiting for native plant coverage. We look forward to keeping you updated with the progress of this long-term trial.
23.01.2022 BioGrowthTM is a world-first - a microbial carbon regenerative revegetation program, purpose-designed for the revegetation industry using EnviroStrawTM products. It holistically builds on conventional rehabilitation practices by rejuvenating depleted soils, increasing beneficial microbial activity and increasing soil carbon. Where others have tried and failed when it comes to microbes, the BioGrowth program has been proven to work time and again. Building on conventional prac...tices, it uses special soil microbes, biostimulants, soil conditioners, and non-soluable environmentally friendly CRF fertilisers with a purpose-designed controlled-release nitrogen source. Its also easy to implement and saves on watering and maintenance. If youre searching for the most cost-effective regenerative revegetation program on the market, visit https://lnkd.in/gArWY7a #erosioncontrol #soilscience #soil #revegetation #regeneration #biogrowth #microbes
23.01.2022 Since 2011 our team has had a driving ambition to use only Australian renewable resources and to support local jobs, and as the reputation of our products is building, we're proud to say that theyre truly Australian
22.01.2022 EnviroStraw Hydromulch products require up to 40% less water than conventional mulch products. As an example, using EnviroStraw Hydromulch will save 42,000 litres of water per hectare compared to using a standard sugar cane paper blend hydromulch product. Youll also save more than 30,000 litres of water by using EnviroStraw Hydromulch compared to using a conventional wood fibre mulch. And, the benefits of water savings dont stop there high levels of water efficiency results in significant cost savings by reducing the need for ongoing maintenance and watering, and lowering the risk of needing any expensive reworks.
22.01.2022 In 2022, Beijing will host the XXIV Olympic Winter Games, and EnviroStraw’s distributor, NMT, was engaged to assist with designing a solution to revegetating extremely steep, rock-face slopes. To find out how we met this challenge and achieved extremely positive results, click through to this impressive case study. #soil #soilscience #regeneration #revegetation
22.01.2022 From mine sites and road projects to development sites and anywhere erosion strikes, disturbed soil can mean a disturbed soil microbiome leading to major difficulties when it comes to protecting and revegetating the land. As true world leaders in microbial revegetation we’ve developed a range of products designed to overcome these difficulties and much more. The client benefits of microbial revegetation are numerous it reduces costs, is environmentally friendly and self-sustaining, works on all soil types and quickly achieves the desired outcome. To find out how EnviroStraw can help you quickly and easily rebuild your soil to its former health, head over to our blog
21.01.2022 CANUNGRA // When we were asked to make a recommendation for the application of a hydromulch medium on a newly constructed fire-trail at Canungra, we used EnviroMatrix ECM and Envirobond to give extremely steep sloped areas an effective, no-watering solution that ensured long-term stability in the shortest time-frame. For all the details on this project visit - https://www.envirostraw.com.au//subsoil-application-canun/
21.01.2022 *New GeoSpray Case Study* A slope on the Moggill River Embankment in Queensland required stabilising. The substrate was a combination of river sand and sandstone, and the angle of the slope was 2-1 / 1-1. To stabilise the slope, our spray-on erosion control product, GeoSpray, was applied under the supervision of Dr. Druce Batstone B.Sc. (App), B.E., PhD. Read more on the results at: http://www.geospray.com.au/case_study/queensland-4/
20.01.2022 This is EnviroStraw’s EnviroMatrix Erosion Control Matrix (ECM) + EnviroBond. The polymers included in the product are designed to create a no-watering membrane. We just spray it with the grass seed. Our ECM includes the biotic growth amendment with fertilisers and biostimulants, all in the one bag. You can see from this sample, approximately 4 weeks on, that we have clovers and rie growing. #soilscience #erosioncontrol #polymers #revegetation #regeneration
20.01.2022 Soil Biology 101 - EnviroStraw's lead scientist, Paul Storer, helps to explain the treatment of poor soils.
20.01.2022 Visiting the factory before Christmas. Here you can see EnviroStraw’s state-of-the art manufacturing facility preparing one of our award winning hydromulch products EnviroStraw HGM. #hydromulch #soilscience #soilhealth #regeneration #australianmanufacturing #australianmade
19.01.2022 Having recently installed our own packing line to fully encompass the whole manufacturing process, EnviroStraw is now investing heavily in the future. Managing Director, Peter Carmichael said that this is a major step forward toward securing EnviroStraw as true leaders in the Australian revegetation industry. We now have full integration from supply to delivery of the end product, Carmichael said. The fully automated system allows for more accuracy in bale weights and b...etter consistency in pallet stacking. This is very exciting we are bringing to the industry what can only be described as the highest quality hydraulic revegetation product manufactured in Australia today.
19.01.2022 GeoSpray in action in Caloundra! Our client needed a way to prevent dirty water from leaving a temporary drain on a Government Main Roads project in Caloundra on Queenslands Sunshine Coast. To mitigate the risk of dirty water seeping through the drain lining, we applied our spray-on erosion control product, GeoSpray, at a rate of 3kg to the m2. ... The results = Eight months later, the GeoSpray membrane is still intact and performing to expectation. The area has received more than 2.4 metres of rain during this period, with some rain events being of cyclone strength.
17.01.2022 Why use EnviroMatrix Erosion Control Matrix? For a start, because this Hydromulch is producing revolutionary results in revegetation. Our hero product rebuilds damaged soils that are very low in carbon and found in the most extreme areas. The secret is in the science. From landfills and mine sites to high rainfall zones and extreme slopes, this Bio-Activated product is applied in just one-step. There are even non-watering options available. Want to see Australian-owned and ...manufactured green engineering in action? Visit www.envirostraw.com.au #soilscience #soils #erosioncontrol #environment #plants #microbiology #vegetation
14.01.2022 With COVID-19 hugely impacting the Australian economy and global supply chains, it’s more important than ever to ensure you’re using Australian-made products on your site.
13.01.2022 There are three main facets to a circular economy design to eliminate waste and pollution, keep products and materials in use and regenerate natural systems. Here at Envirostraw, we’ve always wanted to create products and systems that are as sustainable as possible. That’s why we’re proud to contribute to the circular economy in a number of ways, including the repurposing of waste materials and the regeneration of land and vegetation head to our blog to find out more. #circulareconomy #soilscience #soilhealth #australianmanufacturing #australianproducts
13.01.2022 As the most technologically advanced hydraulic revegetation system currently available across the globe, EnviroStraws BioGrowth Revegetation Program (BRP) has been successfully used on complex projects across the country. Easy to implement and proven to work, our tried and tested program could be just what you need for a successful project outcome head over to our blog for eight great reasons why...
12.01.2022 GeoSpray in action in Ipswich! The Ipswich City Council required a permanent vegetated drain lining solution that would stand up to natural rain events in the area. Our GeoSpray Original spray-on erosion control product was applied at a rate of 2 kg to the m2. The results = GeoSpray performed as well, providing a permanent solution that looks green and lush. Within 4-5 months of application, vegetation was well established thanks to natural rain events in the area.
12.01.2022 Committing to Australian-made hasnt always been easy, but its worth it EnviroStraw was founded with a vow to only use Australian-made resources in our revegetation products and programs for the rehabilitation of commercial development sites, mine sites and infrastructure projects. The easy route would have been to just import material from overseas to make our Hydromulch. Instead, a long search led us to Yarrawonga in rural Victoria. We now source material from local farme...rs and our manufacturing partner in the town makes our range of revegetation products. Like many small businesses, weve encountered plenty of challenges but weve learned through those situations how to do things differently and find new, better solutions. The result is Australian designed and created products and innovative programs that transform highly damaged soils into lush, green grass. As our industry faces increased competition from overseas products, EnviroStraw is proof that that you can find world-class, cost-effective solutions right here at home.
11.01.2022 GeoSpray in action in Tahmoor, NSW: We were engaged to stabilise railway batters at a site near Tahmoor, NSW. The project involved securing loose shale and rock on the site and minimising erosion. Three passes of our GeoSpray spray-on erosion control was applied to the area, with each pass consisting of a 1kg/m2. Each pass was sprayed from multiple directions to achieve 100% ground coverage.... The results = 100% success! A freak storm passed over the area just four hours after application, bringing with it strong winds and torrential rains exceeding 50mm and hour for two hours. Despite limited curing time, GeoSpray performed beyond expectations and was found intact and unaffected by the storm.
11.01.2022 WEBINAR// This Thursday, 25 Feb, EnviroStraw will present a practical session on the subject of optimising revegetation of highly disturbed soils on mine and construction sites. Industry expert, Paul Storer, will explain how degraded soils can be effectively revegetated through a hydraulic revegetation program including select bacteria and fungi to trigger and sustain beneficial microbes. For more information on the topics that will be covered, and how you can register, visit the link below. #soilscience #soil #soilhealth #soilfoodweb #revegetation #regeneration #minesite #mining #construction #constructionsite #webinar
11.01.2022 Cover crop strike (rye grass) is a critical step towards the success of any construction site revegetation project. The establishment of the cover crop is phase 1 on any revegetation project. Its a relatively easy step to achieve - sow some fast germinating grasses and add some water soluble inorganic fertiliser. But, its what happens next thats most important Our BioGrowth revegetation program utilises a different process to ensure the succession phase from the cover cr...op (phase 1) to native plant establishment. We don't use soluble inorganic fertiliser that has the potential to leach into the environment. Instead, we adopt a new methodology using insoluble fertilisers, biostimulants and a purpose designed suite of microbes. BioGrowths advanced soil science is designed to enhance the establishment of the soil biology that was decimated during the construction phase of a project. By rebuilding the health of soil in this way we get incredible results, with less inputs, at a lower cost. BioGrowth is designed in the lab, validated in the field. #revegetation #soilscience #biogrowth
10.01.2022 The 2019/2020 bushfire season has been devastating in so many ways. For soils, bushfires can have a catastrophic impact by destroying nutrients and increasing the risk of erosion which in turn contaminates waterways. But our unique Australian-made revegetation solution is ideally suited to bushfire recovery in our harsh climate. EnviroStraws EnviroBond Polymer has been proven to revegetate even the most fire ravaged sites. This high-performance liquid soil binder can be spra...yed on large areas and applied with seed and fertiliser included in the mix, unlike many other binders on the market. The secret is in the special 3D honeycomb-shaped matrix structure which binds all soil types, even sand. Environmentally-friendly, cost effective and long-lasting, visit https://www.envirostraw.com.au/revegetating-bushfire-affec/ to see how this incredible technology revegetates bushfire damaged commercial and infrastructure sites. #bushfire #bushfirerecovery #bushfiresaustralia #soil #soilscience #revegetation #regeneration #soilhealth #erosioncontrol #environment #australianmade
10.01.2022 EnviroStraws EnviroMatrix Erosion Control Matrix (ECM). 5 tonne application rate. Non-watering system, with EnviroStraws long-term polymer EnviroBond included. Application on the side of the highway, QLD, Australia. #soilscience #soilhealth #Regeneration #revegetation #hydromulch
09.01.2022 Applying erosional control to subsoil is easy and effective with our Erosion Control Matrix. And most importantly, it achieves results. Our team are passionate about this product - with it's specially designed formula that includes 22 specially selected strains of beneficial bacteria and fungi, along with other essential nutrients, we're seeing revegetation and the return of native plants to harsh environments.
08.01.2022 At EnviroStraw, we believe careful consideration should be given to the type of growth media used on a construction site. Where topsoil is scarce or non-existent and compost isnt unavailable (or cant be manufactured successfully on-site), innovative Biotic Soil Amendments can be used and our EnviroMatrix ECM is purpose-designed to efficiently grow plants and build topsoil in low-carbon, low-nutrient soils including subsoils. To find out more about how ECM can save companies valuable time and money, head over to our blog - No topsoil? No problem. #topsoil #constructionsites #constructionsitemanagement #soilhealth #soils #soilscience #soilstability #soilmanagement #subsoils #regeneration #revegetation #growthmedia
07.01.2022 Transform degraded construction and mine sites to their former glory. Highly disturbed soils can be challenging to rebuild. Carbon and nutrient levels are low and the pH levels unbalanced. But even the most depleted areas can be revegetated if you put the right microbiology back in the ground. EnviroMatrix Biotic Growth media rejuvenates soils like this efficiently and cost effectively. We combined 22 carefully selected microbes, including fungi and bacteria, with a long-term, microbe-friendly nitrogen source and our scientifically advanced bio-stimulate.
07.01.2022 EROSION CONTROL MATRIX [ECM] In stock and ready for Australias toughest conditions! Our all-in-one advanced biotic growth media is designed to control erosion and to address the biological, chemical and physical requirements for stabilising and restoring vegetation on disturbed soil sites. ECM is our hero product, proven time and time again, working on sites where other products simply dont work. In addition to achieving outstanding water use efficiencies that result in significant cost savings, ECM is also an effective topsoil and compost replacement.
06.01.2022 We've had the pleasure of meeting with delegates at The 9th Annual Best Practice Ecological Rehabilitation of Mined Lands Conference (2019) discussing how EnviroStraw assists in the management of rehabilitation of mined lands.
06.01.2022 Update from the EnviroStraw team: were proud to introduce our newest revegetation innovation, BioGrowth. Our most advanced revegetation program to date was created by Australias leading soil scientists to rejuvenate depleted soils on construction sites and other disturbed terrain. Click the link below to go behind the science and see BioGrowth in action.
05.01.2022 Were delighted to announce EnviroStraw has been named as a finalist in the 2020 IECA Australasia Environmental Excellence Awards! Nominated in the category of Excellence in Innovation, Contribution or Education to the Erosion and Sediment Control Industry, EnviroStraw is thrilled to be recognised at the awards, which showcase the very best innovation and achievement in Australasian erosion and sediment control. Receiving the nod for our industry-leading EnviroMatrix ECM h...ydromulch, the nomination recognises ECM as a unique product thats proven to rebuild soil health and carbon levels for fast, sustainable revegetation, and has changed the way the industry approaches hydraulic erosion control. Award winners will be announced in late September watch this space! #soilscience #soilhealth #revegetation #regeneration #sustainable #hydromulch
04.01.2022 HYDRO-SEEDING NEWS Its been a long-time coming, but our brand-new EnviroStraw HGM packaging has rolled out across 20kg bags and we couldnt be happier! As a team, were passionate about our hydraulic growth media (HGM) hydro-seeding mulch with beneficial bacteria and fungi, it draws on healthy soil biology principles to regenerate landscapes in a way that achieves long-term sustainability. Formulated from annually renewable natural fibres, our HGM includes bio-stimulants and a proprietary blend of 22 bacteria and fungi species, and requires up to 40% less water during application combining a superior outcome with improved water efficiency.
04.01.2022 GeoSpray in action in Berrimah, NT: The site is located in front of Berrimah Business Park, which is just off Stuart Highway near Darwin. At the start of the project, there was no vegetation at all on the site, which is essentially a run-off drain from the highway. GeoSpray was applied to prevent erosion and washouts at an application rate of 1.5:1. Grassing was also applied and the site was irrigated 3 times per day for 15 minutes at a time.... The result = None of the product has washed away since application, and the grass on the area has grown thick and plush through the GeoSpray membrane
01.01.2022 Last Tuesday our team received an award at the IECA awards luncheon EnviroStraw’s Erosion Control Matrix won the Environmental Excellence award for innovation, contribution and education. As you can see, we’re all pretty pleased with the result! #soilscience #erosioncontrol #hydromulch #revegetation #Regeneration
01.01.2022 GeoSpray in action in Brisbane! The local council was seeking a way to prevent dirty water from escaping a temporary drain at a site in Brisbane, QLD. We applied our spray-on erosion control product, GeoSpray, at a rate of 3kg to the m2 to prevent water seeping through the drain lining.The GeoSpray membrane is still intact and performing well six months later. More than 300mm of rain has fallen during this period, including several tropical storms!!
01.01.2022 BINNA BURRA // When we were asked by Main Roads Gold Coast to revegetate an area of extremely unstable sloping land that was ravaged by last years devastating bushfires, we used Enviromatrix Growth Media to successfully rise to the challenge.
