Archived News for Green Sector Professionals
A new book has gathered the most recent knowledge on Australia’s stunning and unique assemblage of flora and fauna.
Biofuel duo take ideas international
Two Australian PhD students have reached the final round of an international competition thanks to their exciting project to cost-effectively produce biofuel from algae.
Hardy fish heads east
Endangered native hardyhead fish are making a run across borders in search of a better life.
Hunter Water may not talk about CSG water find
Hunter Water is consulting with legal experts to find out if it can release the findings of an investigation into coal seam gas sewer contamination.
Lakes logued for climate watch
An international group of investigators have created a database of lake surface temperatures, to help study the ecological effects of climate change.
Station takes bold stance for swampy assistance
A station in the Northern Territory has taken a big step toward supporting local ecology and water supplies.
Backflip knocks uranium off the table
The Queensland Government is planning ban uranium mining once more.
Green bus deal to sweep Euro streets
Volvo Buses has signed an agreement with tech giant Siemens to supply electrified bus systems to cities.
Light shines on underground gas worry
Leaked government documents suggest workers for mining company Linc Energy were exposed to “uncontrolled releases” of gas in Queensland.
Clean coal capture claimed
The mining industry is taking steps to reduce the hefty toll of carbon emissions from coal-fired power stations.
More lean toward big China building bank
There is strong speculation that the Federal Government will switch its stance against a big Chinese bank, in the hope of securing money for infrastructure.
Shorten looks for new shot at green goal
Bill Shorten is working on compromises to maintain the Renewable Energy target today.
Study seeks genetic self-control
British scientists have discovered one way that the body keeps a lid on its DNA.
Council could arm walls against wee
The Gold Coast City Council wants to protect its walls against mass urination.
Protest prohibition outlaws "things"
The West Australian Government wants to crack down on “radical” protests, but has copped serious criticism already.
Alliance takes anti-mine line to voters
Fighting against growing risks to farmland, native forests and water supplies will be the focus of the vocal Lock the Gate Alliance ahead of the upcoming NSW election.
Forrest offers big fix for farmers
Iron ore billionaire Andrew 'Twiggy' Forrest wants to drought-proof Australia.
Locals sink teeth into fluoride-free spree
A meeting in Lismore this week will discuss ways to stop the fluoridation of the local water supply.
New moth marks ancient journey
Australian researchers have discovered an entirely new family of primitive moths, for the first time since the nineteen-seventies.
Reef's ruin tipped without shift
Environmental groups say it will take $500 million and a big shift in attitude to protect the Great Barrier Reef for the future.