Archived News for Green Sector Professionals
Experts have investigated the influence of the meat industry, often referred to as ‘Big Meat’, in Australia.
Reef quality reviewed
A review on the effects of land-based activities on the Great Barrier Reef's water quality has been released.
Shark scheme shifts
The NSW Government has adjusted its shark management program for the 2024-25 season.
Turbulence worsens in changing climate
Climate change appears to be exacerbating the frequency of invisible 'clear air' turbulence.
Ampol paid to improve stations
A new partnership between the CEFC and Ampol has been created to reduce transport emissions.
New grants for cheaper solar
ARENA has announced over $3.2 million in funding for two solar projects aimed at achieving ultra low-cost solar power.
Slow shift studied
Analysts at BloombergNEF have issued a report on Australia's progress in its green energy transition.
Powerful poll finds misinformation
New polling has found that a growing number of Australians fear renewable energy will exacerbate financial pressures.
CCS case settled
A settlement has been reached in a court case over Glencore's plan to store carbon dioxide in the Great Artesian Basin.
Locals aid basin efforts
The MDBA is running a new project that blends traditional First Nations knowledge with modern fisheries science.
Methane focus encouraged
To tackle climate change, experts say there needs to be an urgent focus on methane.
Oxygen finding challenges mining
Experts have been thrown by the discovery of deep sea ‘dark oxygen’.
Parasite hacked for drug delivery
A cat poo parasite has been re-engineered to deliver drugs to mouse brains.
Reef work questioned
Experts have questioned the benefits of Australia’s current coral restoration and adaptation projects.
Coal fire finally quietened
Anglo American says a fire at the Grosvenor coal mine in central Queensland is believed to be extinguished, almost 4 weeks after it started.
Dust danger payout ordered
A former miner with ‘black lung’ has been awarded a record $3.2 million in damages.
Evidence lacking in Roundup case
A class action lawsuit alleging that the weedkiller Roundup causes cancer has been dismissed.
Uranium lease to be scrapped
The federal government is moving to end a uranium lease at Jabiluka and add it to Kakadu National Park.
ARENA backs AEMO work
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency is investing in the Australian Energy Market Operator's Engineering Roadmap.