Archived News for Green Sector Professionals
Consumer group Choice says high home insurance premiums are on the horizon, as climate change brings a storm of new damages.
Conspiracy claims in critical waste debate
A Howard government lawyer involved in planning a nuclear waste storage site has been accused of manipulating the legal system to make sure it goes ahead.
Prior views could distort RET review
The Federal Government is being accused of rigging the outcome in its choice of leaders for the Renewable Energy Target (RET) review.
Boldness isn't best for long-living fish
Research into fish family trees has shown a sheltered life could be the way to go.
Catchment fracking call says to wait for more
The chief scientist in New South Wales says there should be no CSG fracking in Sydney’s water catchment area until all the risks are known.
Ice wall effort starts to stem toxic leaks
Japan has begun freezing the earth around the leaking nuclear power facility at Fukushima, hoping to contain radioactive waste with an underground ice wall.
Local hunters could shoot to help
Australia’s hunting community is an oft-maligned bunch, but they could find an important role in keeping pest species down.
Millions die per night by fox and feline
Research has shown over 10 per cent of Australia's native mammals have become extinct since European settlement, and feral cats continue to take a massive toll.
Push to help old shell of the sea
A sea-dwelling species which has lived unchanged for millions of years is under threat, prompting calls to protect the ancient Nautilus.
Electric post vans deliver efficient future
The chainsaw-like buzz of the classic postie bike may soon be replaced with the gentle whizzing noise of the future, as Australia Post starts its trial of electric delivery vans.
Sun power peak pushes dawn of new energy
CSIRO energy engineers have broken the record for the highest temperature and pressure generated by solar power.
Target review taking shape with some papers up
The future of the Renewable Energy target may become more certain soon, with submissions from interested parties beginning to surface.
Waste site fight in court before moving back north
A fight over the site for nuclear waste dumping in Australia will hit Federal Court today.
Cuts to save now leave future in better shape too
Though it may not be enough to stop the tide of unemployment rising in Australia’s automotive-manufacturing sector, one expert has a suggestion for way energy efficiency can boost local industries.
Nines sites awarded for offshore oil digs
Nine new permits have been awarded for offshore oil exploration around Australia.
Hunter looks for game outside old oil
Investment fund Hunter Hall is ending its relationships with fossil fuel companies.
Source of smarts pinned to upstanding citizens
While plenty of other creatures are intelligent – humans seem to have unique skills when it comes to brain power.
Mayors' farm-making lands court date
A South Australian mayor is facing three charges of illegal land clearing, after he knocked down a large tract to lease for farming.
Warnings of later pain from temporary budget gains
Some workers in small, targeted Federal Government agencies say scrapping the programs will save a few dollars now, but cost much more later on.
Bodies join to tap into wasteful habits
A major environmental group has joined with the water industry in urging Queenslanders to put down the plastic bottle and turn on a tap.
Forest flood marks turning tide for flow control
A huge flood began in Victoria this week but luckily, it was intentional.