Archived News for Green Sector Professionals - December, 2020
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) says 2020 is on track to be one of three warmest years on record.
BOM influence alleged
Reports say global energy giants have influenced Australia’s Bureau of Meteorology (BOM).
States praised for green goals
The UN has thanked Australian states for their net zero commitments, but not the Federal Government.
Climate risks extend to rich
A new report finds no country – whether rich or poor – is immune from the health impacts of worsening climate change.
Miner fined for misinterpretation
Bravus, formerly Adani, has paid a $26,000 fine for “misinterpreting” its environmental approval conditions.
Approval rolls over local views
The NT Government has gone against expert advice and approved plans to double the size of a mining pit ...
China plumbs deepest sea
A Chinese research submarine has reached one of the deepest spots on the planet.
Snapper smashes age record
An 81-year-old midnight snapper caught off the coast of Western Australia has taken the title of the oldest tropical reef fish ...
Study smells Reef health
Experts say the ‘smell’ of coral could be used as an indicator of reef health.
Swift parrots dwindle
New research suggests there could be fewer than 300 swift parrots left in the wild.