Archived News for Green Sector Professionals - October, 2018
Conservationists say Tasmanian Atlantic salmon should be off the menu for now.
Deal signed for PNG power
An Australian company wants to open a new coal-fired power plant and coal mine in Papua New Guinea.
ACCC backs gas reserve
The ACCC has reversed its view on a gas reservation policy to control prices.
Progress on major native title claim
Australia's largest native title settlement has been officially accepted for registration in WA.
Analysis doubts Akuna claims
An investigation has found the “incredible health benefits” of Akuna Springs water may be no greater than tap water.
Farm waste could become filter
Agricultural waste can be used to rapidly filter lead from wastewater, new research suggests.
Leaves seen in new detail
New imaging and modelling technologies are transforming the field of plant science.
Reef report delayed
A report on a controversial $444 million reef funding injection has been delayed.
Locals voice fracking objection
Indigenous people from remote parts of the Northern Territory says they have not given permission for Origin Energy to frack their land.
UK uranium deal being redrawn
Australia is working on a post-Brexit nuclear deal with the United Kingdom.
Monash enters microgrid trial
ARENA will partner with Monash University for a microgrid trial that could see an entire campus powered by renewable energy.
MPs seek TPP changes
Crossbenchers are seeking to amend the government's Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) free trade agreement.
Scientists want new eyes on Australia
The Australian Academy of Science says a ‘downward-looking telescope’ should be used to unlock Australia’s hidden mineral wealth.
Shell launches new digs
Shell has announced a significant expansion of its onshore gas operations in Queensland.
Coral sounds studied
Gas bubbles produced by marine algae during photosynthesis “ring” when released, a new study has found.
MDBA does satellite sweep
The MDBA has used satellite imagery to monitor possible water theft in the Northern Basin.
Plant study could boost bio-tech
Australian scientists have helped visualise a complex and critical part of photosynthesis.
Councils gather for green boost
Eighteen NSW councils have signed a 39GWh per year renewable energy agreement.
IPCC warns of warming
The UN says greenhouse gas pollution must reach zero by about 2050 in order to stop global warming at 1.5 degrees.