Archived News for Green Sector Professionals - December, 2018
Scientists have set a new record for the amount of time a baboon can live with a pig’s heart.
Allergy study finds info gap
A new review says Australia is unprepared for climate change impact on allergies.
Carmichael drives more protests
Protests across the nation have called on the Government to stop Adani’s Carmichael mine going ahead.
Clearing case hears climate claim
An NT court is hearing its first challenge to the approval of land clearing on the basis of climate change impacts.
Fossil fuel fumes rise
Stats show global carbon emissions from fossil fuels have risen sharply for the second year in a row.
Bight study finds new species
The search for oil has led to the discovery of 400 new species in the Great Australian Bight.
CSIRO buys new satellite
CSIRO says its new satellite will help lift the veil on our extreme environment.
New court action for Adani
Adani faces a new legal challenge over its plan to pump billions of litres of water ...
PFAS probe calls for compensation
A federal parliamentary inquiry has called for financial compensation for residents affected by PFAS contamination.
Adani faces hard road to rail
Adani is rushing ahead on its Carmichael mine plans, but may soon be forced to wait.
Australia on path to green power
Australia’s main grids are on track to get three-quarters of their electricity from renewables by 2030.
Bayer cuts after compensation
German pharmaceutical giant Bayer says it will cut 12,000 jobs globally due to issues from its takeover of Monsanto.
Hydrogen find could boost green storage
Local researchers have discovered cheaper and more efficient materials for producing hydrogen for renewable energy storage.