Archived News for Green Sector Professionals
The NSW Government is setting itself up for a rapid transition from coal to renewables.
Uni studies global COVID cost
The University of Sydney has quantified the socio-economic and environmental impacts of the global COVID-19 pandemic.
Pavey changing flood rules
The NSW Water Minister is standing by plans that could put the state at odds with the MDBA.
Seagrass loss drives CO2
There are fresh calls this week for seagrass preservation, with studies showing it has a big contribution to global emissions.
Water issues raised in mine talks
Strong opposition has again been raised against a proposed coal mine expansion in NSW.
Germany moving off coal
Germany is working on laws for its planned phase-out of coal and nuclear energy sources.
Greens slam Hydro Tas links
Hydro Tasmania's consulting business has been criticised for its actions in Africa.
Offshore sites discovered
Researchers have found the first underwater Aboriginal archaeological sites.
Coal expansion approved
NSW’s environment minister has approved a new coal mine amid local opposition and a plunging coal price.
Choke study disturbs locals
Murray-Darling ministers are commissioning a study into ways of increasing the capacity of the Barmah Choke.
CSG saps farmers' cover
Australia's largest insurance company says farmers with coal seam gas (CSG) infrastructure on their property will not be covered for public liability.
Green 'lawfare' denied
Research suggests major developments are not regularly held up because of legal challenges to environmental approvals.
Water effects follow fires
Experts say the environmental effects of rain after bushfire can be as significant as the fire itself.
Roundup backed despite payout
The Federal Government continues to insist Roundup is safe, even after a $16 billion settlement in the US.