Archived News for Green Sector Professionals
Business calls for shift fund
A manufacturing lobby says investment is needed to smooth the move to renewable energy.
Grid body sees risks
The industry body for Australia’s electricity grid says the sector must adapt to a changing climate.
Disaster fund almost dormant
The Federal Government has been criticised for holding back disaster relief money during a flooding emergency.
Flood shift predicted
One of Australia’s top hydrologists says the new IPCC report has implications for water management and flooding.
Food issues loom
A CSIRO principal scientist says the latest IPCC report warns of looming food issues.
Labor hints at MDBP change
The federal Opposition says it may modify an agreement about recovering water for the environment across the Murray-Darling Basin.
Clear risks in IPCC paper
Climate scientists warn that climate change is now a threat to human wellbeing.
Gas asset risk detailed
Experts warn that Australia is locking in its fossil fuel dependency, and could be left with billions of dollars in stranded assets.
Green battery bites at metals
Australian researchers have demonstrated an organic polymer battery that can deliver 2.8 volts.
Green play by tech billionaire
Tech billionaire Mike Cannon-Brookes has invested a further $200 million into renewables.
Mine boss backs independence
Billionaire mining magnate Andrew Forrest says global conflict shows Australia must push to become “energy independent”.
New neuron implanted in plant
Swedish researchers have used an artificial neuron to control a Venus flytrap.
Big firms blocking green drive
Analysts have accused major corporate ‘influencers’ of blocking action against global warming.
CSIRO aids drought plans
A new partnership is bringing some of Australia’s top minds into regional drought resilience planning.