Archived News for Green Sector Professionals - June, 2024
The Albanese Government has approved the Gawara Baya Wind Farm, a significant renewable energy project in North Queensland.
Nuclear ignored in energy shift
AEMO has released its 25-year roadmap for transitioning the NEM to net zero emissions by 2050.
UNESCO calls for Reef work
UNESCO has called for stronger climate targets to preserve the Great Barrier Reef.
PFAS breakdown improved
Researchers have made a significant breakthrough in the fight against PFAS, commonly referred to as 'forever chemicals'.
Pollution worse for patients
New research finds air pollution significantly impacts heart disease and mortality rates among cancer patients.
ARENA backs car grid
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has granted $3.2 million to Amber Electric for a residential trial focusing on battery electric vehicle (BEV) smart charging and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) services.
Big funds for electric trucks
Christine Holgate has helped secure millions in funding to electrify a major truck fleet.
Cheap solar fund open
A $100 million challenge has been launched to reduce costs and expand the Australian solar industry.
Industry backs green goals
Coal and gas-fired power plant operators, alongside prominent business groups, want the Coalition to maintain the current climate target.
NT accused of ignoring VOCs
The NT Government is not adequately monitoring the health impacts of toxic chemicals released by Inpex's Ichthys LNG facility, reports allege.
Nuclear plan fleshed out
The Coalition has announced details of its plan to introduce nuclear energy in Australia.
Offshore project proposed
The Australian Government has made a preliminary decision on feasibility licences for offshore wind projects off the coast of Hunter, New South Wales.
Bird flu areas expand
Avian influenza has been confirmed at a seventh farm in Victoria, with tests revealing the presence of the highly pathogenic H7N3 strain.
Daily Mars frost discovered
Scientists have discovered morning frost on some of the oldest and tallest volcanoes in the Solar System.