Archived News for Engineering Professionals - July, 2024
Councils seek energy input
Local governments in New South Wales, Victoria, and Queensland are advocating for a more significant role in planning renewable energy projects.
EV discharge tested
Electric vehicles (EVs) can provide critical backup power to the grid during blackouts and emergencies.
Offshore probe tested
A new Australian innovation could allow cheaper seafloor testing for offshore wind farms.
Sackings and setbacks at FMG
Andrew Forrest's ambitious venture into green hydrogen has faced a significant setback, resulting in job losses and project delays.
SunCable plan progresses
Plans for the world's largest renewable energy precinct have been approved by the Northern Territory EPA.
Fossil fuel lending continues
Australia's major banks have invested over $61 billion into fossil fuels since the Paris Agreement was signed eight years ago.
Greenwashing gap proposed
Australian companies may be able to avoid legal scrutiny under a new greenwashing law.
Mammoth DNA decoded
An international research team has successfully assembled the entire genome and 3D chromosomal structure of a 52,000-year-old woolly mammoth.
AEC undertakes tech change
The Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) is transitioning its data centre operations from NEXTDC to a CDC Data Centres facility.
Datacentre power needs rise
Demand for electricity from datacentres is expected to surge, potentially straining Australian energy supplies and driving up prices.
Astronauts tapped for new supply
A high tech space suit is being developed to allow astronauts to drink their own urine.
BHP halting nickel work
BHP, the world’s largest listed miner, has announced the suspension of its Western Australia nickel operations.
Inquiry slams Sydney road
A parliamentary inquiry has condemned the traffic chaos caused by the $3.9 billion Rozelle interchange in NSW.
Big gas plan proceeds
The Federal Government has approved the development and operation of up to 151 new coal seam gas wells ...
Hydrogen backup for phone towers
A 10 kW renewable hydrogen generator will provide backup power for a telecommunications tower in Victoria.
Setka leaves CFMEU
John Setka, the face the Construction, Forestry, Maritime and Energy Union (CFMEU), has resigned amid serious allegations of misconduct involving himself and the union.
Anglo brings in exit aids
Anglo American has retained the services of three major banks to assist in the sale of its steelmaking coal assets.