Archived Industry News for Water Professionals - May, 2022
A major wine grower says Murray Darling Basin water market reforms should recognise the most beneficial commodities.
Waste tuned for mercury removal
Researchers have come up with a better way to remove mercury from the environment.
Tsunami alarm advanced
New tsunami sensors could warn of looming threats before seismic waves even arrive.
'Lost' coral uncovered
Australian researchers say they have re-discovered a ‘lost’ species of coral.
Cheap river tricks tested
Biologists in the US are studying low-cost ways to improve water quality and wildlife habitat in urban creeks.
Future food jobs at risk
Government agricultural research jobs in NSW could be on the chopping block.
Mekong methods outlined
Scientists are looking for ways to save one of the world’s most productive agricultural regions.
Microbe options uncovered
Researchers are getting excited about the potential of a fungus-like microbe taken from the pristine waters of South Australia.
Ocean memory fading
New modelling suggests most of the world’s ocean is losing its year-to-year memory as a result of global warming.
Reef returned to original owners
A historic sea country agreement has been made for the Great Barrier Reef.
Report warns of heat rise
Experts say there is a 50:50 chance of global temperature temporarily reaching the 1.5°C warming threshold ...
EPA checks salmon discharge
Authorities are investigating the effects of salmon farm discharge into a greater Hobart drinking water catchment.
Murray plan may rest on election
The $13 billion Murray Darling Basin Plan (MDBP) is likely to change after the upcoming federal election.
New light on reef risks
Great Barrier Reef management approaches may not adequately address threats to the reef or likely losses of species, habitats and processes.
Ocean foodbowl reviewed
Researchers are investigating whether the world’s oceans can support food demands under climate change.
Turtle team fights flood effect
Experts are attempting to deal with a large increase in stranded, sick, and deceased marine turtles.
Map shows insurance risk
The Climate Council says one 25 Australian properties will be effectively uninsurable by 2030.