Archived News for Green Sector Professionals - July, 2024
Australian authorities are using Landsat data to revolutionise wetland management in Australia and Africa.
Re-watering ideas for WA
In the Pilbara region, iron ore mining has significantly impacted groundwater resources over the past two decades, but more sustainable approaches may be coming.
Big money to reduce pollution
A $91 million federal investment has been made in a bid to slash over 1 million tonnes of climate pollution annually.
Eco issues slow growth
Experts say trillions of dollars in worker productivity could be lost due to eco-anxiety and ‘lie-back’ lifestyles.
EV discharge tested
Electric vehicles (EVs) can provide critical backup power to the grid during blackouts and emergencies.
Sackings and setbacks at FMG
Andrew Forrest's ambitious venture into green hydrogen has faced a significant setback, resulting in job losses and project delays.
SunCable plan progresses
Plans for the world's largest renewable energy precinct have been approved by the Northern Territory EPA.
Fossil fuel lending continues
Australia's major banks have invested over $61 billion into fossil fuels since the Paris Agreement was signed eight years ago.
Greenwashing gap proposed
Australian companies may be able to avoid legal scrutiny under a new greenwashing law.
Mammoth DNA decoded
An international research team has successfully assembled the entire genome and 3D chromosomal structure of a 52,000-year-old woolly mammoth.
Datacentre power needs rise
Demand for electricity from datacentres is expected to surge, potentially straining Australian energy supplies and driving up prices.
Millions drive NT efforts
The Federal and Northern Territory governments have announced new investment in water security projects.
New greyhound inquiry outlined
An inquiry has been launched into Greyhound Racing NSW in response to animal welfare allegations.
Reef bleach patterns reviewed
Researchers have looked at the climate patterns that occur alongside coral bleaching in the Great Barrier Reef.
River renaming floated
Sydney's Cooks River could be renamed “Goolay'yari”, meaning “place of pelican dreaming” in local Aboriginal languages.
Whale data taken from tourist
Researchers from the ANU have captured some of the first-ever recorded evidence of blue whale reproduction.
Water risk from Melbourne fire
Concerns have emerged in the wake of a significant factory fire in Melbourne's west.
Big gas plan proceeds
The Federal Government has approved the development and operation of up to 151 new coal seam gas wells ...