Archived News for Green Sector Professionals - March, 2024
The Albanese Government has announced its new, $1 billion Solar Sunshot initiative, which it says will help transform Australia into a renewable energy powerhouse.
Glencore ditches coal cap
Australia's biggest thermal coal producer, Glencore, has reversed its commitment to limit its annual coal production ...
Green job body forming
Businesses are concerned about attempts to shift workers into more sustainable work.
Offshore bill pulled
The Albanese government says it had to shelve its offshore gas regulation bill due to the Greens' strong opposition.
Vehicle plan decelerated
The Albanese government has moved to weaken its planned vehicle efficiency standards.
Meat missed in climate plan
Experts have criticised a new UN climate change plan that fails to account for meat-eating.
Pig kidney transplant completed
Surgeons in the US have transplanted a gene-edited pig kidney into a patient.
Bleaching flow-on studied
Researchers have discovered a new way that coral bleaching impedes species’ recovery.
ERA seeks extension
Energy Resources of Australia (ERA) is fighting for the extension of its lease at the Jabiluka uranium deposit in the Northern Territory.
Letter spells wetland threat
Scientists and experts have signed an open letter calling for a development to be halted to protect sensitive wetlands.
Lobster firms oppose testing
WA’s Western Rock Lobster industry is sounding the alarm about potentially disruptive seismic testing.
Metal transport studied
New research shows how metals like copper and platinum make their way up from the depths of the Earth.
AEMO seeks new supplies
AEMO has called for more gas investment, as the majority of Australia’s supply continues to be exported.
ARENA backs hydrogen ideas
New money has been provided for advances in hydrogen storage and Indigenous-led renewable projects.
Beetaloo risk detailed
A new report warns there are financial risks of getting stuck in the Beetaloo Basin.
Call to improve indoor air
Scientists and industry leaders are pushing for action on clean indoor air.
Victoria's SEC splits
Victoria’s high-profile State Electricity Commission (SEC) advisory team has been disbanded less than a year after its establishment.
Australia backs nuclear boost
Australia will put up billions of dollars to help Rolls-Royce improve the UK’s nuclear reactor production line.
Climate markers climb
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) says 2023 set a grim milestone as the hottest year on record, with climate indicators reaching catastrophic levels.