Archived News for Green Sector Professionals
New research finds millions of groundwater wells are at risk of running dry if levels dip slightly.
Resource use near double capacity
Experts say the world is spending 173 per cent of its natural resource capacity.
Alinta plans big new battery
Alinta Energy is planning a 100MW big battery next to its Wagerup peaking gas and diesel plant.
APRA outlines green risk
One of Australia’s main finance regulators has given companies a gentle nudge on climate change risk.
Fossil subsidies top $10b/year
A new report shows Australian governments spend $19,000 a minute in fossil fuel subsidies.
NSW pays out mine plans
The NSW government is paying $100 million to stop coal mining on prime agricultural land.
NT scraps gas study
The Northern Territory has torn up a $1.3 million contract for a Beetaloo Basin fracking study.
Satellites tapped for disasters
Radar satellites could become a central part of natural disaster planning.
Solar airports suggested
Experts say Australian airports could generate enough solar energy to power a regional city.
Locals lead green rankings
Clean and green Australian universities are leading the world, a new ranking suggests.
Plastic plan partly backed
Councils have welcomed parts of the Federal Government’s National Plastics Plan 2021.
Animal culture could help conservation
Experts say the habits of animals should be factored into conservation efforts.
Anti-gravity currents studied
Researchers have unveiled a mystery of the deep oceans, showing how currents and sediments can ‘undo’ the force of gravity.
APLNG applies for expansion
A giant joint project is seeking federal approval to drill up to 7,700 new gas wells in Queensland.
Old gold town going dry
Water is running out for a town at the centre of Australia’s early mining boom.
VicForests log near key catchment
Victoria's state logging company VicForests could put Melbourne's drinking supply at risk by illegally logging.
CEFC backs new buildings
The CEFC is paying for green upgrades at two Australian industrial projects.