Archived News for Engineering Professionals - June, 2024
ANU scientists have developed a novel, cost-effective method for desalinating seawater using heat.
CCS ban for northern basin
The Queensland Government has announced a ban on carbon capture and storage (CCS) in its section of the Great Artesian Basin.
Ship rule drives accidental change
A new study suggests shipping emissions regulation may have led to ocean warming.
Construction delays counted
Australia faces a significant delay in housing construction, with 37,074 approved dwellings yet to commence.
Gene-editor shrunk
Researchers say gene-editing technology can be reduced in size and delivered by a virus.
Japanese giants admit failures
Toyota, Honda, Mazda and Yamaha have admitted to safety test mishandling.
Pollution toll tallied
Scientists say pollution presents a greater threat to global health than war, terrorism, and a range of diseases combined.
Big backing for hydrogen hub
The NSW Government has granted planning approval for a $207.6 million hydrogen hub in the Hunter region.
CEFC enhancing green loans
The CEFC has announced its first commitment under the $1 billion Household Energy Upgrades Fund (HEUF).
Data link for consumer power
New funding is set to create a data exchange for consumer energy resources.
Experts plot EV shift
Researchers have outlined five key steps needed to accelerate Australia’s transition to electric vehicles (EVs).
Health tech courses enhanced
People living with disabilities in Victoria are set to benefit from an increase in locally manufactured assistive devices.
New link for vaccine advance
The University of Queensland (UQ) is partnering with Emory University in the US to enhance vaccine research.
Nuclear tech in cancer fight
ANSTO researchers have made a potentially groundbreaking advance in cancer treatment.