Scientists puts case for bean power
An Australian scientist says soybeans and peanuts could provide cheaper biofuel than sugar cane.

An Australian scientist says soybeans and peanuts could provide cheaper biofuel than sugar cane.

The cane toad problem has sparked debate in the New South Wales parliament, with some suggesting greater community involvement in dealing with the encroaching pests.

Young Australians are being encouraged to speak out about the environment and Australia’s role in the future of our planet. The Young Australian Eco-Speaker Award for 2006 will be presented at the National Greenbuild and Eco-Show in Sydney, June 9-11.

A rush of applications for new groundwater bores New South Wales’ Lachlan Valley has green groups concerned that water resources will be overstretched.

A small, efficient natural-gas fueled car has be launched in the United Kingdom. It has been nicknamed the Clever (Compact Low Emission Vehicle for Urban Transport).

Cane toads are rapidly moving south into NSW.

A survey puts Australia top of a list of nations for recycling and concern about the environment.