Archived News for Green Sector Professionals
The Victorian Government has confirmed its $30.65 million contribution to the Murray-Darling Basin Authority.
WA lauds water wise businesses
The Western Australian Government has congratulated businesses across the state for their efforts in saving 7.9 billion litres of water over 2011-12.
Government commits to Antarctic research funding
The Federal Government has confirmed it will be delivering $25 million to Hobart’s Antarctic Climate and Ecosystems cooperative Research Centre (CRC) in a bid to maintain Australia’s position as a world leader in Antarctic research and protection.
New soil, water and food research centre for CSU
Charles Sturt University (CSU) will host a new Food, Soil and Water Research Centre at its Port Macquarie campus after the Federal Government confirmed $5.9 million in funding.
Shorebirds face uncertain future
The world’s shorebirds face an uncertain future as sea levels rise and destroy their traditional feeding grounds and hatcheries, according to new research from the University of Queensland (UQ).
Energy pollution dropping finds report
The energy sector has recorded significant drops in pollution production, according to the latest National Electricity Market data, while energy production by traditional high-polluting methods are declining.
First Sustainable Report released
The inaugural Sustainable Australia Report has been released by the government appointed National Sustainability Council, highlighting major challenges faced by the coming years as the country continues to grow.
New solar advocacy group launches
A new consumer solar power advocacy group has launched over the week in a bid to shine the light on power companies and politicians it says are leading a nationwide rip off.
Queensland streamlines marine mammal protection
The Queensland Government has announced legislation that will govern whale watching and marine mammal protection.
$50 million for Victorian water management
The Victorian Government has earmarked $50 million to deliver a range of water initiatives under the State Budget.
$87 million for Victoria's environment
The Victorian Government has earmarked $87 million in funding from the State Budget to reduce the risk of bushfires, improve the health of coastal and bay areas and maintain the state’s parks and forests.
Carbon dioxide to hit 400ppm
Carbon dioxide is set to hit 400 pars per million for the first time in five million years, according to new research coming out of the University of Queensland (UQ).
Government launches water trading consultation
The Federal Government has invited public comment on draft regulation amendments to the nation’s water market trading scheme.
WA to bolster biosecurity defences
Western Australia’s biosecurity has been bolstered after the reforms under the Biosecurity Agriculture Management Act 2007 comes into effect.
Queensland forms council on flood mitigation
The Queensland Government has announced the formation of a new Independent Advisory Council tasked with providing advice on flood mitigation manuals used by engineers during flood events at the Wivenhoe, Somerset and North Pine dams.
First geodynamic plant comes online
The country’s first Enhanced Geothermal Systems generated power has begun entering the grid after Geodynamics Limited 1MWe Habanero Pilot Plant came online earlier this week.
Queensland Government goes to war with flying foxes
The Queensland Government has once again devolved into shrieking, bellicose rhetoric in continuing its self-proclaimed ‘war on green tape’ after State Environment Minister, Andrew Powell, announced changes to the management of flying fox roosts in urban areas.
Queensland promises funding for Gladstone partnership
The Queensland Government has announced it will shell out $4 million over the next two years towards the Gladstone Healthy Harbour Partnership, provided industry matches the contribution.
Forestry legislation passes Tassie Parliament
The Tasmanian Government has announced the passing of legislation through the State Parliament which delivers protection for 137,000 hectares of forest with high conservation value, including the iconic areas of Tyenna, Hastings, Picton and the Upper Florentine.
High-speed greenhouse gas breakthrough
A team of scientists have discovered how to measure greenhouse gases up to 200,000 faster than currently used as a result of research by a PHS student from the University of Western Australia and a US team.
New research collaboration to deliver air and water assessment
A new research collaboration between the University of Queensland and three leading research institutes in Brazil will seek to deliver groundbreaking new guidelines to assess air and water quality in mining regions.