Archived News for Engineering Professionals
Satellites set on power probe
Experts say satellites can track power station emissions in real-time, leaving polluters nowhere to hide.
Old fuel threatens health
Experts say the world’s dependence on fossil fuels continues to threaten human health.
Defence slows in job drive
The Australian military is struggling to meet ambitious recruitment and retention targets.
Australia to join methane deal
The Federal Government says Australia will sign up to a global pledge to reduce methane emissions.
Defence gets tech boost
This week’s federal budget includes nearly $2 billion for new Defence communications tech.
NSW insists on dam plan
The NSW Government says it will raise the Warragamba Dam wall with or without federal funding.
Vortex device set to purify
Local experts have found a new use for the Australian-made Vortex Fluidic Device - water purification.
Call to preserve Paradise plan
Some Queenslanders want a dam repair project to be exempt from an audit of regional spending promises.
Concrete brews tested
Experts say new types of sustainable concrete could cut emissions and use waste for better buildings.
Husic warns science body
The science minister has warned CSIRO not to ‘rent out’ its brand to gas companies.
Coal to continue amid green shift
Coking coal production is set to increase in Queensland, despite the state’s bold clean energy plan.
Copper boost backed
The CEFC says its latest investment could supercharge solar panel efficiency and drive down costs.
Union slams gas "handshake"
The Australian Workers Union (AWU) says federal Labor is risking thousands of jobs with its “dud handshake agreement” with exporters.
WMO warns of power needs
The WMO says the world needs to double its clean energy supply before 2030.