Archived News for Engineering Professionals - June, 2024
A draft report on the 2021 Callide C power station explosion has revealed significant safety lapses by CS Energy.
Grumbles over wind approval
The Albanese Government has approved the Gawara Baya Wind Farm, a significant renewable energy project in North Queensland.
Nuclear ignored in energy shift
AEMO has released its 25-year roadmap for transitioning the NEM to net zero emissions by 2050.
AI shreds exam test
The exam system of a prominent UK university failed to detect nearly all AI-generated submissions in a recent test.
Defence refers Thales deal
Defence has referred a $1.2 Billion Thales contract to the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC).
'Deathbot' values studied
People are increasingly turning to AI to have simulated discussions with the dead.
Ultrasound drives drug delivery
Researchers have developed a method to deliver drugs precisely to targeted parts of the body using ultrasound.
AI aimed at better building
A new system could enhance the success rates of medium and large-scale construction projects.
Banks predicts builder stability
Commonwealth Bank predicts a stabilisation in the rate of construction industry insolvencies, following a significant rise of over one-third last year.
PFAS breakdown improved
Researchers have made a significant breakthrough in the fight against PFAS, commonly referred to as 'forever chemicals'.
Self-driving stats suggest safety
New research has found that self-driving cars are already better drivers than humans, in many cases.
ARENA backs car grid
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has granted $3.2 million to Amber Electric for a residential trial focusing on battery electric vehicle (BEV) smart charging and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) services.
Cheap solar fund open
A $100 million challenge has been launched to reduce costs and expand the Australian solar industry.
NT accused of ignoring VOCs
The NT Government is not adequately monitoring the health impacts of toxic chemicals released by Inpex's Ichthys LNG facility, reports allege.
Nuclear plan fleshed out
The Coalition has announced details of its plan to introduce nuclear energy in Australia.
Offshore project proposed
The Australian Government has made a preliminary decision on feasibility licences for offshore wind projects off the coast of Hunter, New South Wales.
Quantum deal questioned
The Federal Government has been accused of conducting a misleading expression of interest (EoI) process for quantum computing.
Fresh funds for GAB scheme
The Queensland Government has announced an investment of up to $32 million over four years to enhance the Great Artesian Basin (GAB) Water Security Project.