Archived News for Engineering Professionals - August, 2024
Evolution Mining, a major Australian gold producer, has confirmed it was the target of a ransomware attack on its IT systems.
Deep sea probed for patents
The bizarre life in the deepest seas has sparked a corporate patent frenzy.
EPA finds Woodside risks
Woodside Energy's gas drilling project off Western Australia's north-west coast has been labelled “unacceptable”.
Hot water shift suggested
Analysts say Australia should change how it uses hot water systems to make better use of its solar power.
Local science direction detailed
The Albanese Government has unveiled its new National Science Statement.
New catalyst for better conversions
New catalyst technology promises cleaner energy and advanced wastewater treatment.
Oxygen enhances closed loop
Barwon Water has received $3 million from ARENA to advance its Oxygen for Wastewater Project.
Air tightness improves
CSIRO research has revealed a significant improvement in the air tightness of new Australian homes.
CFMEU crackdown continues
The Federal Government is attempting to address ongoing controversies surrounding the CFMEU.
AUKUS nuclear deal advanced
Australia has signed agreements to receive nuclear power materials as part of the AUKUS deal.
Climate trigger concerns firms
Big business lobbies are fighting hard against the mere suggestion of a ‘climate trigger’ in energy project approvals.
Gas 'giveaway' slammed
Recent analysis has ignited concerns over Australia’s management of its natural gas resources.
Green link funded
A new project is set to link renewable energy generation and storage in regional New South Wales to the national electricity grid.
Jabiluka action launched
Legal action has been launched after the lease for Jabiluka uranium mine was scrapped.
Photon finding for solar boost
Australian scientists are laying the groundwork for a serious solar panel efficiency boost.
Pollution impacts people's mood
Researchers are using a new measurement to show how a person’s mood or affect fluctuates with daily changes in air pollution.
PRRT changes pushed
The Albanese Government has unveiled significant reforms to the Petroleum Resource Rent Tax (PRRT) ...
CrowdStrike reveals details
Three weeks after a major IT outage disrupted services worldwide, CrowdStrike has released a Root Cause Analysis (RCA) report.