Archived News for Green Sector Professionals
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency will fund a new $12 million battery in South Australia.
CSG waste worries farmers
Concerns have been raised about the expansion of a Queensland waste facility.
Gas guns make whales turn tail
Queensland researchers have found that machine noise can cause whales to turn tail.
Harbour to house new reef
A modular artificial reef will soon be suspended near the Sydney Opera House.
Some species slow in whale revival
Local researchers have looked at whale population recovery times since the era when many were hunted almost to extinction.
Toxic leaks could seep into Sydney
Water scientists say millions of litres of toxic water is escaping from a derelict coal mine into Sydney's drinking water catchment.
Frydenberg reflects on power game
Energy Minister Josh Frydenberg has reflected on the changing state of Australia’s energy system.
Outback rocks shed light on ancient life
ANU scientists are solving the mysteries of how life as we know it first emerged.
Gutwein's waste claims denied
Tasmanian councils say the state’s treasurer is encouraging business to break the law.
Adani hit with minor fine
Indian mining giant Adani has been hit with a $12,000 over an environmental breach at its Abbot Point coal terminal in north Queensland.
Animal crimes largely ignored
A new report says there is very little investigation or even recognition of the seriousness of wildlife crime.
Bight review finds species, supplies
Australian scientists have completed a $20 million survey of the Great Australian Bight, uncovering new aquatic species and oil reserves.
Local pollutants illegal elsewhere
Environmentalists say Australian power stations produce levels of toxic air pollution that would be illegal in ...
NSW faces foam class action
A NSW community is taking legal action after cancer-causing chemicals were found in their water supply.
Ocean could fit future farms
Experts say there is enough space in the open ocean for a massive expansion of marine aquaculture.
River shifts reviewed
A review of the world’s river systems suggests rural areas are drying up while urban centres face higher flood risks.
Aurora launched for Port Augusta
Port Augusta is set to host a new $650 million, 150MW solar thermal power plant.
Call for focus on killer coal
The Queensland Government has been urged to improve its coal dust monitoring practices.
Algae farming effort grows
The world faces two massive global challenges – food and energy security – which could be solved by farming.