Archived News for Green Sector Professionals
A far-reaching new review has counted the cost of feral cats on Australian ecology.
Experts urge growth through protection
An Australian-led study shows that protecting more fish could secure the livelihoods of millions of people.
Fire/water link expanded
NASA scientists have added new details to the relationship between bushfires and drought.
Reef review finds past risks
Research looking at the ancient history of the Great Barrier Reef has some warnings for the future.
Green light for yellowcake
WA’s Environment Minister has granted approval for what could be the state’s first uranium mine.
China churning billions into green power
China says it will pour 2.5 trillion yuan ($493 billion) into renewable power generation by 2020.
Light shed on solar possibilities
Experts say Brisbane is missing out on significant power possibilities.
Powerful storms bring Port worry
Experts have warned of looming health risks from the decommissioned Port Augusta power station.
Study abuzz with sweet possibilities
The world needs new antibacterial agents, and Australian honey could be the key.
Gas study shows farm costs
The CSIRO has put a dollar figure on the cost of coal seam gas (CSG) mining on farmers.
'Flushable' claims face court
The ACCC has launched legal action against the manufacturers of “flushable” wet wipes.
Atmosphere additive outlined
The planet is warming, and if reducing greenhouse emissions is not enough to counter the risk, we may need ...
Climate depths checked
Robust new evidence shows that wet regions of the earth are getting wetter and dry regions are getting drier.
Experts plot tsunami revival
A report on the recovery of sea life after Japan’s 2011 tsunami has been released.
Water study shows shifting supplies
An analysis of 30 years’ worth of global water data has been released.
Work safety at whim of climate
Public health officials say that as the length and severity of hot weather increases, work practices must change.
Advocates want waste talk to continue
Businesses, academics and experts want nuclear waste dump talks to stay active.
Wind funds blow Barnaby's way
The Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) has put up $120 million for a wind farm in Barnaby Joyce’s electorate.
States could make new ETS
SA Premier Jay Weatherill wants the states to set up an emissions-trading system without the Federal Government.
Giant farming footprint outlined
Experts have calculated the size of Australia’s nitrogen footprint.
Quick backflip on power plans
Suggestions that Australia would introduce a carbon pricing scheme lived for less than two days.