Archived News for Green Sector Professionals
Queensland councils have welcomed the Great Barrier Reef 2050 Long-Term Sustainability Plan, despite concerns from environmentalists.
New carbon-cutting avenues opened
The Federal Government has released new methods for public consultation ahead of the first Emissions Reduction Fund (ERF) auction.
Plastic claims break down under scrutiny
New research suggests the biodegradable claims on some plastic containers may not be all they appear.
Power lobby slams Labor's water warning
Labor’s NSW leader Luke Foley has pledged to reverse his own party’s policy, to protect water supplies and agriculture.
Reef plan leaves green groups wanting
Conservation groups say there are some good points to the new Great Barrier Reef plan, but it ignores the greatest risk of all.
SA's blue green beast meets peroxide bomb
Authorities have been pushed to new measures in the fight against blue-green algae in South Australia.
Tiny debut could be sole role for rodent
A beautiful, ingenious and miniscule Australian native has been caught on camera, but researchers believe it may be the first and last time.
Food safety change with deadly implications
New laws will remove the responsibility to report food-related deaths and disease outbreaks for some parties.
Hydrogen tram brings clean travel to the people
In an attempt to reduce the smog that envelops China’s major cities, authorities have produced a hydrogen-powered tram.
Report plots polluters against improvement
A new report has named Australia’s top 10 polluters, and unsurprisingly, they do not appear to like renewable energy.
Hydro helps Costa Rica reach full green
Costa Rica has filled 100 per cent of its 2015 energy demand with renewable sources.
RET talks still swing on new target
The Federal Government is in fresh talks about the renewable energy target today, with just a week left before a deadline that forces emissions-intensive producers to pay fines.
Add-on brings big leap in carbon scrubbing
The U.S. Department of Energy has funded a big breakthrough in the removal of carbon dioxide (CO2) from coal-fired power plants.
Austral Ark marks unique native needs
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.