Archived News for Green Sector Professionals
Local green banks say they need new rules to help finance an energy transition.
Schools graduate to VPP
New South Wales has launched the largest school-based renewable energy trial in Australia.
CSIRO regrets CCS silence
One of Australia's leading science bodies says it should have been more vocal in its support for carbon capture and storage (CCS).
Expert urge Reef efforts
Marine scientists are pushing Australia’s new-look parliament to act fast to protect the Great Barrier Reef.
Flood study backs pavement change
Researchers say councils might want to consider permeable pavement as a flood mitigation strategy.
Hells Gates set for delay
A $5.4 billion dam project in North Queensland is likely to be pushed back.
Oyster scheme planned
Industry figures and experts are working on a carbon neutral accreditation for local oysters.
Pilbara legal case looms
Traditional owners are preparing a legal battle with mining giant Fortescue Metals Group over royalty payments in WA.
Hydrogen claims unpicked
New analysis throws doubt on the ability of a Victorian project using brown coal to make hydrogen.
Regulator awards questioned
The outgoing head of Australia’s offshore oil and gas regulator has been accused of being “too close” to industry.
Solar battery recall continues
Federal authorities are warning of fire risks in solar energy storage batteries.
Energy expended on tax dodge
Five of Australia’s biggest energy and gas companies have paid no income tax for at least the past seven years.
Grok covers AGL options
A billionaire’s investment firm has laid out a series of strong suggestions for AGL Energy.
Drought texts remain secret
The PM’s office has blocked requests for text messages that Barnaby Joyce claims constituted his work as drought envoy.
Night light powers new cells
UNSW researchers have worked out how to harvest energy from light at night.
Reef heat keeps rising
The Great Barrier Reef last year saw its hottest December on record since 1900.
Satellite study shows wetlands loss
Analysis of more than one million satellite images suggest 4,000 square kilometres of tidal wetlands have been lost globally over 20 years.
Wine boss wants reform favour
A major wine grower says Murray Darling Basin water market reforms should recognise the most beneficial commodities.