Archived News for Green Sector Professionals
Livestock feed made from seaweed has been awarded the world’s largest monetary reward in the global food arena.
EPA scraps dump approvals
Victoria’s Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has reversed its approval for three toxic waste dumps.
Colac gets organic power
Victoria’s regional town of Colac is taking high-tech measures to generate new electricity.
Smelter paid to power down
The Federal Government says it will underwrite Alcoa's giant Victorian smelter to ensure stability during peak power-usage periods.
Turbine syndrome re-studied
Researchers have taken another look at whether wind ‘farm’ turbine noise in the environment can affect sleep and wellbeing of nearby residents.
Wind farms drive price drop, volatility
New research shows wind farms are lowering electricity prices but increasing price volatility in the national energy market.
Blueprint lays green path
Authorities say the COVID-19 recovery period is a good time for one state to focus on sustainability.
Cod re-stock underway
More than 60,000 Murray cod fingerlings have been returned to the Darling River.
Coral study finds hope
Researchers say some corals may recover from bleaching if humans leave them alone.
ICAC says irrigators favoured
The NSW corruption court has found the State Government is “overly favourable” to irrigators.
IPC approves coal over water
NSW’s Independent Planning Commission (IPC) has green-lit the expansion of a coal mine above Sydney’s water catchment.
MDBA backs new studies
The MDBA has announced a significant science investment to shape future Basin water management.
WMO warns of record heat
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) says 2020 is on track to be one of three warmest years on record.
BOM influence alleged
Reports say global energy giants have influenced Australia’s Bureau of Meteorology (BOM).
States praised for green goals
The UN has thanked Australian states for their net zero commitments, but not the Federal Government.
Climate risks extend to rich
A new report finds no country – whether rich or poor – is immune from the health impacts of worsening climate change.
Miner fined for misinterpretation
Bravus, formerly Adani, has paid a $26,000 fine for “misinterpreting” its environmental approval conditions.
Approval rolls over local views
The NT Government has gone against expert advice and approved plans to double the size of a mining pit ...
China plumbs deepest sea
A Chinese research submarine has reached one of the deepest spots on the planet.