Archived News for Green Sector Professionals
Unnatural noise knocks fish response
British research suggests that man-made noise pollution may be linked to increased risk of disease among fish.
'Fire Shield' seeks investors
Mining money has been used to create a high-tech fire-detection system for Australia.
PM guns for gas recovery
The Morrison government is preparing a sweeping intervention into Australia’s gas industry ...
Venus gas excites speculation
Researchers have discovered a tantalising hint that Venus may harbour life.
Fuel tax could float refineries
Motorists may have to cover the cost of keeping Australia’s struggling oil refineries alive.
Hydro-hubs in planning
A central Queensland city could be home to a $300 million hydrogen production facility – the first of several.
NAB chief highlights coal risk
NAB’s CEO has explained why the bank is moving away from coal investments.
Top solar weekend in SA
South Australia was able to meet almost 94 per cent of its Sunday energy needs with solar power.
Heads roll at Rio
Rio Tinto executives are resigning after the company destroyed Aboriginal heritage sites earlier this year.
New case for PFAS contamination
A major beef processor has taken court action against the Australian Defence Force (ADF) over PFAS contamination.
SA plastic ban passes
South Australia has passed legislation for the first single-use plastics ban in Australia.
Tyres fix Fraser roads
A Queensland council has used almost 6,000 old tyres to make safer and smoother local roads.
Big sweep spots no aliens
A giant Australian telescope has found no signs of alien technology in a search of 10 million star systems.
Dam funds flow on party lines
Reports say money for a Queensland dam project has been funnelled to LNP-linked firms.
Green power impact plotted
A new study warns of mining threats to biodiversity caused by renewable energy production ...
High-tech method for monitoring
Local nuclear scientists say a new approach can improve monitoring of contaminants in groundwater.
New models predict El Niño rise
Past behaviour suggests Australia will experience up to 35 per cent more El Niños, according to new projections.
Reef scaffolds eroding
The scaffolds that help hold together the world’s tropical reefs are at risk from acidification.
Unis link for global goal
A coalition of 14 global universities has secured US$12.5 million to better understand ecosystem and climate interactions.