Archived News for Green Sector Professionals
Experts are concerned about wetland springs that will feed the proposed Carmichael coal mine in the Galilee Basin.
Juukan probe calls for protection
An inquiry into the destruction of the Juukan Gorge rock shelters has called for new laws to protect sacred sites.
Energy spending forecast
US and Chinese researchers say climate change may lead to a reduction in how much the world spends on energy.
Health sector urged to go green
Experts say the Australian health sector can be a leader in fighting climate change.
LNP circling green position
The Federal Government continues wafting in the vague direction of an emissions pledge.
Solar share hits new height
Solar power met more than half of Australia’s grid demand for the first time over the weekend.
DELWP protection questioned
Victoria’s auditor-general say the government cannot show it is preventing the decline of threatened species.
Ancient DNA boosts dog knowledge
Researchers have mapped the DNA of one of the world’s oldest dogs to create a better baseline for breed studies.
CLC fights for water rights
Advocates say Indigenous people in the Northern Territory are being denied water rights.
CSIRO launches bushfire resource
CSIRO has published a new online guide for home bushfire resilience ahead of this year’s fire season.
State enters water talks
The Victorian Government has partnered with Traditional Owners on a new water strategy.
Study estimates global exposure
Computer modelling suggests 85 per cent of the world’s population is exposed to the impacts of climate change.
RMIT improves upcycling
Australian researchers are working on a smarter way of dealing with plastic waste.
BHP boss calls for carbon subtlety
BHP boss Mike Henry says the world’s sustainability drive could actually hamper its decarbonisation agenda.
Grattan backs offsets
Experts say the Federal Government must look at carbon offsets as essential for Australia to reach net zero emissions.