Archived News for Engineering Professionals - July, 2021
US scientists have developed an energy harvesting device that generates power from the sweat on fingertips.
QLD calls for green funds
Queensland has asked for $500 million in federal funding to help the Great Barrier Reef.
Tandem cells tested
Japanese researchers have combined two new technologies to obtain higher solar-to-hydrogen conversion efficiency.
State rewards resources
The Queensland Government has opened up its $100 million Resources Community Infrastructure Fund (RCIF).
WHO issues gene-edit guide
The World Health Organization has made new recommendations on human genome editing.
Big fine for car cartel
The European Union has accused major German car manufacturers of colluding to slow the development and rollout of car emission-control systems.
Digital touch coming
Australian researchers are working on the ability to experience touch over the internet.
Friendly gas grants questioned
The Federal Government has awarded at least three gas contracts to a political donor and Liberal-linked company.
Instant COVID check coming
Australian researchers are working on an instant COVID sensor to prevent outbreaks and protect communities.
Carbon cut credits proposed
Experts have suggested charging companies for the future removal of their net carbon.
Santos sees CCS need
The CEO of Santos says investment in carbon capture and storage (CCS) is critical to keeping money in fossil fuels.
Export fund favours fossils
A Federal Government agency meant to fund export industries has been heavily focused on fossil fuels.
Vital rat lab closing
The closure of a major lab animal supplier could have big impacts on Australian medical research.
Warragamba claims questioned
Federal authorities have questioned the NSW government’s plan to raise the Warragamba Dam wall.
Deep dive on brush behaviour
Some of Australia’s most advanced technology has been used to investigate brushes.
Defects lock new towers
Residents have been banned from moving into Sydney’s Imperial Towers complex because of “serious defects”.
Australia called to act again
The top US diplomat in Australia says both nations must set “more ambitious climate goals”.
Consumers drive NEM shift
Consumer take-up of solar and investment in large-scale renewables is transforming the way the energy market operates.