Archived News for Green Sector Professionals - May, 2013
The Western Australian Government has congratulated businesses across the state for their efforts in saving 7.9 billion litres of water over 2011-12.
Government commits to Antarctic research funding
The Federal Government has confirmed it will be delivering $25 million to Hobart’s Antarctic Climate and Ecosystems cooperative Research Centre (CRC) in a bid to maintain Australia’s position as a world leader in Antarctic research and protection.
New soil, water and food research centre for CSU
Charles Sturt University (CSU) will host a new Food, Soil and Water Research Centre at its Port Macquarie campus after the Federal Government confirmed $5.9 million in funding.
Shorebirds face uncertain future
The world’s shorebirds face an uncertain future as sea levels rise and destroy their traditional feeding grounds and hatcheries, according to new research from the University of Queensland (UQ).
Energy pollution dropping finds report
The energy sector has recorded significant drops in pollution production, according to the latest National Electricity Market data, while energy production by traditional high-polluting methods are declining.
First Sustainable Report released
The inaugural Sustainable Australia Report has been released by the government appointed National Sustainability Council, highlighting major challenges faced by the coming years as the country continues to grow.
New solar advocacy group launches
A new consumer solar power advocacy group has launched over the week in a bid to shine the light on power companies and politicians it says are leading a nationwide rip off.
Queensland streamlines marine mammal protection
The Queensland Government has announced legislation that will govern whale watching and marine mammal protection.
$50 million for Victorian water management
The Victorian Government has earmarked $50 million to deliver a range of water initiatives under the State Budget.
$87 million for Victoria's environment
The Victorian Government has earmarked $87 million in funding from the State Budget to reduce the risk of bushfires, improve the health of coastal and bay areas and maintain the state’s parks and forests.
Carbon dioxide to hit 400ppm
Carbon dioxide is set to hit 400 pars per million for the first time in five million years, according to new research coming out of the University of Queensland (UQ).
Government launches water trading consultation
The Federal Government has invited public comment on draft regulation amendments to the nation’s water market trading scheme.
WA to bolster biosecurity defences
Western Australia’s biosecurity has been bolstered after the reforms under the Biosecurity Agriculture Management Act 2007 comes into effect.
Queensland forms council on flood mitigation
The Queensland Government has announced the formation of a new Independent Advisory Council tasked with providing advice on flood mitigation manuals used by engineers during flood events at the Wivenhoe, Somerset and North Pine dams.