Archived News for Green Sector Professionals
Federal and state Murray-Darling Basin water ministers have agreed to a 2024 deadline for new water-saving projects.
NAB backs coal port
NAB is helping to finance the world's largest coal export terminal, but with a number of green conditions.
New bug kills waste bacteria
The discovery of a new organism could solve a common problem in wastewater treatment.
New disaster agency launched
The Federal Government is spending $600 million to create the National Recovery and Resilience Agency (NRRA).
Reef restoration efforts questioned
A global survey has highlighted a ‘notable’ lack of Australian coral restoration projects.
ATLA probe uncovers issues
Administrators have found millions of dollars is missing from one of Australia’s most prominent Indigenous corporations.
Farm-bot wastes weeds
Engineers have created a farming robot that uses lasers to kill 100,000 weeds per hour.
New gas plant slammed
Locals have rejected the Federal Government’s plan to build a new gas-fired power station.
Quantum tech for heat-power
Australian nuclear scientists are helping gather extra power from waste heat.
Vic announces EV subsidy
The Victorian Government has announced a $3,000 subsidy for electric vehicle purchases.
Taylor talks of state gas
The Coalition has proposed using a government-owned company to build its own gas-fired power station.
Dragonfly drone wings tested
Australian researchers are building new drones based on a 300-million-year-old flying machine - the dragonfly.
Magnets aimed at contamination
New funding will help experts explore using magnetic nanoparticles to strip microplastics out of waterways.
Management call for new flows
Floodwaters have flowed into the Menindee Lakes for the first time in five years.
Meetings hear traditional links
Traditional owners have met with the Murray-Darling Basin Authority and the Commonwealth Environmental Water Holder.
NT launches water fund
The Northern Territory Government is spending $28 million on improving water quality in remote areas.
Super funds face green votes
Australian super funds have threatened to vote against company directors not tackling the climate crisis.