Archived News for Green Sector Professionals
Ley allows challenged expansion
The Federal Government has approved a mine expansion that was challenged in court by school students.
Recycling revolution looms
A new company is trying to raise money for what it calls an “infinite recycling” process.
ARENA backs hydrogen port
The Federal Government has put up funds for a proposed hydrogen export project in Queensland.
UN pushes pledges
UN chief Antonio Guterres says the world is on a “catastrophic pathway” to a hotter future.
Cat bug linked to psychosis
Exposure to toxoplasma, a disease carried by cats, may increase the likelihood of developing psychosis in young people already at risk.
Green AI shaking up ASX
A UK-based data analytics firm is using artificial intelligence (AI) to help activist investors maximise profits.
Locals spot gamma-ray source
ANU astrophysicists have uncovered the previously unknown origin of gamma-rays.
ALGA demands green role
Local governments say they are being left out of Australia’s efforts to address and respond to climate change.
Argo network to improve outlook
A new way of measuring ocean temperatures could lead to more accurate modelling of global warming.
Beetaloo moving on partial approval
New fracking exploration in the Northern Territory's Beetaloo Basin could begin within days, with federal funding spurring it along.
CEFC backs synthetic meat
The Federal Government is funding a new range of meat and dairy alternatives.
Concern over Tassie river health
Tasmania's water quality is under pressure from climate change, agriculture and other industries.
Docs want green effort
Doctors are now urging the Federal Government to take on stronger climate change targets.
Murray Darling fish deaths predicted
Experts say that the drying climate and water use has put the Murray Darling Basin at greater risk of fish deaths.
ARENA remit expanded
ARENA can now fund carbon capture and storage projects, and more uses of gas power.
Data sent with no heat loss
Australian researchers have developed a high-tech and efficient new system to transport data using atomically-thin semiconductors.
Zinc batteries backed in NSW
A Sydney company is planning to start production of next-generation fire-resistant zinc-bromide batteries.