Archived News for Green Sector Professionals
The WA Government has decided against using pumped hydro as a replacement for the state's closing coal-fired power plants by 2030, citing feasibility issues.
Woodside seeks change
Woodside Energy wants the offshore approval system reformed, saying the current system is putting a major project at risk.
Animals spared in better tests
CSIRO is helping to push the scientific world beyond the need for animal testing models.
Fossil fuel decline plotted
Global authorities have issued a stark warning about fossil fuel demand.
Ancient river risks found
An ancient river untouched for 14 million years faces the threat of climate change.
Bryn Estyn gets going
The opening of a major facility is being touted as “a new chapter in Tasmania's water future”.
Food waste fines for ACT
The ACT Government has a new circular economy strategy that will target food waste reduction.
MDBA backs sampling
Citizen scientists are being called to swap their backyards for a local waterway.
Pollution tool coming
Researchers are developing a web-based tool to map ocean water pollution almost as it happens.
Bird flus break out
Research has revealed a concerning shift in the epicentre of deadly bird flu outbreaks, with the viruses no longer confined to Asia.
NSW takes wiring loan
New South Wales has become the first recipient of a loan from the Australian government's $20 billion Rewiring the Nation fund.
Snowy issues probed
A sinkhole, toxic gas release, and massive cost overrun have disrupted the Snowy 2.0 project.
Solar driving NEM shift
The National Electricity Market has experienced a remarkable shift, driven by abundant solar power.
AMR flows outlined
Analysts have raised concern about antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in water sources.
Bennu shows key chemicals
NASA's Bennu asteroid sample contains water and other potential building blocks of life.
Big desal plans underway
Queensland is set to invest billions in the construction and expansion of desalination plants.