Archived News for Green Sector Professionals

Scientists are drawing closer to a goal they have sought for decades, which will provide the world with nearly limitless power supplies.

Cuts cause basin board to look for things to lose

The chair of the Murray-Darling Basin Authority says a New South Wales Government funding cut will flow downstream.

Dry times provide opportunity for river experts

Australia’s history of drought has given US scientists a glimpse of their future at home, with a team visiting drought-stricken areas to see what may lie ahead.

Fires decimate scarce populations

Bushfires have cut a trail of destruction across large parts of South Australia and Victoria in recent weeks, destroying farm livestock and entire populations of threatened native birds.

India invests in solar switch to soak farms for less

India has embarked on an ambitious plan to replace its 26 million groundwater irrigation pumps with solar-powered versions.

Sea culling not limited to WA, other states have death policies too

Authorities say that as the furore over Western Australia’s shark-culling policy continues, it is worth remembering that other states continue to run similar regimes killing local marine predators.

Super farm storms ahead despite reported lack of water

The company behind a massive farm project in Queensland will not be swayed by a report suggesting there is not nearly enough water.

Water body without weapons to halt gas wells in WA

Western Australia's Department of Water says it advises against shale gas fracking underneath public drinking water sources, but has no power to do anything more.

Wheat resistance unlocked with new genetic key

Australian researchers have developed a new way to breed disease-resistant wheat, and say there appears to be no downside to the technique.

Young experts give 'little tiger' its stripes

A team of junior ichthyologists have determined the most appropriate taxonomy for a new species of reef fish.

Old lens shines more light for solar efficiency

Micro-machining technologies could allow solar panels to wear contact lenses, enhancing their electrical efficiency.

Coal train leaks show opinion prevails prior to science

Government documents allegedly show the New South Wales environment department had picked a side on the coal train dust issue, before seeing the results of a report it commissioned.

Experts unite for digital science upgrade

High definition 3D models and real scientific data will be used to create astounding virtual recreations of significant sites for students.

Millions at risk as bad air finds new home

Thick clouds of toxic pollution are strangling the population of New Delhi, which may have become the world’s most polluted city.

New maps show species threats and pressure worldwide

An international team has developed a series of maps showing how fast and in which direction local climates have shifted, to illuminate species at risk worldwide.

Nuclear not so hot as companies search elsewhere

A slump in uranium prices is starting to hit producers, with one Paladin Energy mine closing and a major miner saying the outlook is not good.

Energy bosses want extra options for new direction

The entire $120 billion energy industry wants its own set of options in the government’s Direct Action policy, asking to be exempt from the bulk of new laws.

Sponge draws up new cancer possibilities

A marine sponge may provide a new treatment for some forms of leukaemia and other cancers.

Funds to form new business bonds

Regional Development Australia (RDA) says it will help break the ice between businesses, to build productivity through communication and collaboration.

$6 billion dollar industry at risk from cheap environmental choice

The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority has, after “rigorous assessment”, approved the disposal of dredge spoil within the Marine Park, making only minor requests in the granting of the dredge permit.