Archived News for Green Sector Professionals - June, 2022
Researchers have observed a dead star cannibalising its planetary neighbours.
Deadly venom helps gel
Venom from some of the world’s deadliest snakes could soon be used to save lives.
Face mite DNA decoded
Almost all humans play host to mites on their face, and a new study says we are becoming even closer to the stowaways.
Food moves cost carbon
Transport accounts for almost 20 per cent of all food emissions, according to new research.
Hot coral drift to Sydney
Researchers are investigating whether new corals in Sydney are dangerous invaders, or just harmless refugees.
Northern fish spotted in south
A simple fishing trip on the NSW Mid North Coast has been turned into an important research paper.
Slick BP avoids spill damage
Stats show the largest marine oil spill in history did not harm BP’s stocks in the long term.
New film for fresher fruit
Engineers at Harvard University have developed a biodegradable coating to keep fruit and vegetables fresher and safer for longer.
ARENA backs greener steel
The Federal Government is funding a study of low emissions steel production at Port Kembla in New South Wales.
Big firms back huge cuts
Research backed by some of Australia's biggest players says the country can cut 88 per cent of heavy industry emissions.
Energy board seeks capacity solution
The Federal Government is working on a “capacity mechanism” to ensure stability in the national electricity grid, paying coal and gas generators for reliable supplies.
K'gari land handed back
Twenty-two hectares of land formerly known as Fraser Island has been returned to traditional owners.
CoralWatch marks 20 years
Twenty years of citizen science appears to back up findings on coral bleaching.
Custom substance questioned
Experts are questioning whether the ethics of synthetic biology are fit for purpose.
La Niña seen to linger
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) says the ongoing La Niña event might persist into 2023.
NT arid area raided
The NT Government has been accused of trying to open up more areas to water extraction.
Ocean circulation slowing
Climate change is slowing down the ocean currents that circulate warm water.