Archived News for Green Sector Professionals - October, 2021
Experts say that over 1,500 of Australia’s unique ecosystems, on land and sea, fall outside Australia’s protected areas.
Marine molecules missed
Experts say the search for new natural products from the ocean is overlooking unique and potentially beneficial compounds.
Moon's history padded out
The Moon appears to have been volcanically 'alive' for much longer than previously thought.
Plastic dominates beach sweep
Plastic makes up 84 per cent of rubbish found on Australian beaches, a new study finds.
Spring study raises coal concern
Experts are concerned about wetland springs that will feed the proposed Carmichael coal mine in the Galilee Basin.
Juukan probe calls for protection
An inquiry into the destruction of the Juukan Gorge rock shelters has called for new laws to protect sacred sites.
Energy spending forecast
US and Chinese researchers say climate change may lead to a reduction in how much the world spends on energy.
Health sector urged to go green
Experts say the Australian health sector can be a leader in fighting climate change.
LNP circling green position
The Federal Government continues wafting in the vague direction of an emissions pledge.
Solar share hits new height
Solar power met more than half of Australia’s grid demand for the first time over the weekend.
DELWP protection questioned
Victoria’s auditor-general say the government cannot show it is preventing the decline of threatened species.
Ancient DNA boosts dog knowledge
Researchers have mapped the DNA of one of the world’s oldest dogs to create a better baseline for breed studies.
CLC fights for water rights
Advocates say Indigenous people in the Northern Territory are being denied water rights.
CSIRO launches bushfire resource
CSIRO has published a new online guide for home bushfire resilience ahead of this year’s fire season.