Archived News for Green Sector Professionals - February, 2024
Expert suggests suppression
A NSW fisheries expert has voiced concerns over the suppression of scientific voices.
Microplastic spread checked
Scientists have plotted the path microplastics take through wastewater and into agricultural land.
New China base questioned
The establishment of China’s fifth research station in Antarctica has sparked concerns about Australia's preparedness.
Oxygen test to prevent deaths
WaterNSW is pumping oxygen into the Darling River to combat large-scale fish deaths.
Asbestos checks expand
Asbestos contamination concerns widen in New South Wales, with additional sites including schools and hospitals...
Exchange sued on green claim
The London Metal Exchange (LME) is being sued for allegedly ignoring environmental impacts.
Fresh buybacks prepped
The Commonwealth has earmarked $205 million for the first round of water buybacks under the Albanese government.
Key tax for green future
Economists have laid out bold moves to reposition Australia in the global shift towards a low-carbon economy.
Mining aids prepared
The Albanese government is preparing to assist embattled producers of clean tech materials.
Rice-beef hybrid for cheap feeds
While the world prepares to stomach lab grown meat, researchers are working on rice-grown beef.
Paris to punish big cars
Residents of Paris have voted to triple the city’s parking charges for SUVs.
Mine impacts unknown
New research has found that impacts for half the world’s mines are undocumented.
New case could shake native title
A looming legal battle could have implications for native title claims across Australia.
NT croc plan lands
The Northern Territory (NT) government has unveiled a draft plan to address the management of its burgeoning saltwater crocodile population.
Reef fish adaptation studied
The most adaptable reef fish are more likely to thrive as the climate warms, a new study finds.
Reef map grows
Satellites show there is more coral reef area across the globe than previously thought.
Shire accused of waterway damage
A WA shire faces charges of violating the state’s Aboriginal Heritage Act.