Archived News for Engineering Professionals - March, 2023
Experts want to pause the development of AI to make sure the technology is having a positive impact.
Locals look at brightest burst
Australian astronomers have observed a gamma ray burst brighter than any seen before.
School sees hydro needs
Australia appears to lack the hydrogen skills and training capabilities it needs to achieve its newly-legislated carbon reduction targets.
Storage needs detailed
Adequate storage is the next big hurdle in Australia's renewable energy transition.
High-tech inks coming
Researchers have created specialised inks that can be used to passively control temperature in everyday environments.
Safeguard deal reached
Labor and the Greens have cut a deal to get a key piece of climate policy through the parliament.
Tasty prints tested
3D printers could be the bakers of the future, according to international experts.
US rules could block local work
Australian laws could prevent foreign-born engineers from working on AUKUS submarines.
FFI claims breakthrough
Fortescue Future Industries (FFI) has achieved a “breakthrough” by successfully processing ‘green’ iron ore.
Dead panel plan detailed
The renewable energy sector must work out how to dispose of 80 million solar panels in an environmentally friendly way when they reach the end of their life.
Green tech effects checked
Experts say there are some deep-sea consequences of ocean-based climate mitigation technology.
MDBA lays out options
The MDBA is moving ahead with designs to improve the movement of water through the Barmah-Millewa Reach of the Murray River.
UN report demands action
Climate change impacts are larger, more rapid and worse than previous estimates, but humanity can tackle them.
Forrest eyes nickel supplier
Andrew Forrest has launched a $760 million takeover bid for a BHP nickel supplier.
NT fine tops $1 million
The largest ever penalty for a workplace death in the Northern Territory has been handed down.