Archived News for Green Sector Professionals
CSIRO has launched a new standard for assessing agricultural greenhouse gas emissions.
MDB money flows
The latest federal budget includes new funding to ‘future-proof’ the Murray-Darling Basin.
Power plans aim to save
The Albanese government has announced a $1.6 billion “energy savings plan” that aims to make Australian homes more energy-efficient and cheaper to run.
Salmon plan lands
The Tasmanian government has released a Salmon Industry Plan aimed at reviving public support for the island's salmon industry.
Water spending contained
The Albanese Government is looking to save over $800 million by scrapping old water projects.
Asbestos scuttle begins
The West Australian government has commenced the demolition of Wittenoom, a ghost town that was once a hub for asbestos mining.
NASA boosts cyclone tracking
NASA has launched two small satellites to help track tropical cyclones from a base in New Zealand.
Broad slams green plans
Former CEO of Snowy Hydro, Paul Broad, has described the Australian Government's green energy plans as “bullshit”.
Gas ban basis questioned
The Northern Territory government has given the green light to full-scale gas production in the Beetaloo Basin, five years after lifting a moratorium on fracking.
State enjoys coal boon
Queensland's raised coal royalty is expected to provide an $8 billion boost to the state budget.
VNI inquiry proposed
Opponents want an inquiry into the Victoria to New South Wales Interconnector West (VNI West) renewable energy project.
CSG health issues reviewed
CSIRO researchers have explored the influence of coal seam gas activity on human health.
Extinction end suggested
A Chinese researcher believes that there might be a way to halt all future plant extinctions.
Farm chemical unknowns outlined
An official report has warned about inadequate agricultural chemical monitoring in Australia.
Major moss role revealed
A new study spells out the global importance of moss - an often ignored or even removed form of plant life.
Missing millions called out
Millions of dollars allocated to provide water security for Indigenous groups in the Murray-Darling Basin has yet to be utilised ...
Park money promised
Australia's national parks are set to receive a much-needed boost, with the upcoming federal budget set to provide over $250 million in extra funding.
Snowy delays mount
Snowy Hydro has announced a delay of up to two years for its Snowy 2.0 pumped hydro storage project ...