Archived News for Green Sector Professionals - November, 2021
Experts say a rapid swing of climate extremes has left the Great Barrier Reef a bleached ‘checkerboard’.
Sandy dalliances damage dunes
Researchers have assessed the impact of human sexual activity on beaches and sand dunes.
Waves show galactic slams
Experts have released new details of dozens of black hole collisions and gravity wave events.
Fuel plan to promote EVs
The Morrison Government has made a bold u-turn in its stance on electric vehicles (EVs).
NASA to fire at passing asteroid
Next year, NASA will crash a spacecraft into an asteroid to test ideas for planetary defence.
Carbon reclaims COVID ground
Global greenhouse gas emissions are almost back to pre-pandemic levels.
CEFC backs hydro-trucks
The Australian Government is investing in the world’s heaviest fuel cell electric trucks.
CSIRO reports on EV needs
CSIRO has provided new insights into the future supply and demand of metals critical for the renewable energy revolution.
Incitec warns of looming closure
High gas prices have been blamed for the closure of a Queensland fertiliser plant.
Servos warned of EV rise
Fuel retailers have been warned that electric vehicles may be cheaper than petrol cars as soon as 2025.
Academy issues horse call
Scientists have slammed the NSW Government’s plan to protect Kosciuszko National Park from feral horses.
Ancestors in microscope "dust"
What were once considered random dust specks on microscope slides turn out to be our ancient, spineless ancestors.
Melbourne wetland tech praised
Melbourne Water has been named as one of Australia’s most innovative companies.
Scientists doubt reduction
IPCC authors have expressed doubt that nations can turn around the climate crisis.
Water efficiency myths opposed
Experts have warned against seeking water savings from traditional irrigation technologies.