Blue Mind: The Surprising Science That Shows How Being Near, In, On, or Under Water Can Make You Happier, Healthier, More Connected, and Better at What You Do is a new book by marine biologist Wallace J. Nichols on the …
Blue Mind explores the remarkable effects of water on health and well-being Read more »
An assessment of past and future global water use has been made using a newly developed indicator: the blue water sustainability index (BlWSI). The BlWSI incorporates both nonrenewable groundwater use and nonsustainable water use that compromises environmental flow requirements.
Ecological restoration has grown rapidly and now encompasses not only classic ecological theory but also utilitarian concerns, such as preparedness for climate change and provisioning of ecosystem services. Three dominant perspectives compete to influence the science and practice of river …
Ecological Restoration of Streams and Rivers: Shifting Strategies and Shifting Goals Read more »
The review report presents 23 recommendations, including simplifying the processes for accrediting state water resource plan amendments and providing the Commonwealth Environmental Water Holder with greater flexibility in using the proceeds of water trade to deliver environmental outcomes.
The intention of this draft policy statement is to ensure that there are no significant impacts on these EPBC Act listed flying-foxes due to actions to manage their camps. The draft policy is open to the public for comment until …
The ATA (Alternative Technology Association) Solar Caravan and Eco Camping eBook contains the best articles from ReNew magazine on off-grid solar set-ups and energy saving appliances for caravans, boats and camping.
The Independent Biodiversity Legislation Review Panel has presented its final report to the NSW Minister for the Environment detailing recommendations to improve the legislative and policy framework for biodiversity conservation and native vegetation management in NSW.
The NSW Department of Primary Industries (DPI) is continuing to closely monitor a detection of red imported fire ants at a port facility at Port Botany, Sydney. It appears the ants are localised to the initial detection site, but NSW …
The successful organisations to lead the six research hubs under the $142.5 million National Environmental Science Program have been announced.
A new Wentworth Group of Concerned Scientists blueprint describes the transformative, long-term economic and institutional reforms that Australia must implement if it is to create a healthy environment with a productive economy.