Archived News for Engineering Professionals
Women drive dam project
An underrepresented group of engineers are leading a major dam upgrade project on the Sunshine Coast.
Iron ships face new fee
Some WA iron ore exports will face new charges aimed at mitigating dust pollution problems.
Oscillation hints at new particle
Some high-tech research has uncovered hints of an unknown quantum particle.
Ranger closure prompts rehab call
The rehab plan for an old NT uranium mine has been deemed “woefully inadequate”.
WA to review BHP licences
BHP's environmental licences in the Pilbara town of Newman will be tested by the state government.
AER approves reliability call
The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) has, for the first time, approved a request to trigger the Retailer Reliability Obligation.
Cheap tube for flinging fish
Engineers have come up with a fish transport system that lets them glide over dam walls, weirs and other barriers.
EPA eyes Pirie lead limits
Nyrstar’s Port Pirie smelter is cutting its lead emissions, but is still likely to breach limits set in its new licence.
Study plots dot sizes
Australian researchers have come up with a new process for calculating the perfect size and density of quantum dots in solar panels, which could topple efficiency records.
Wheat stack boosts resistance
CSIRO bio-engineers are developing new wheats with a stronger resistance against rust diseases.
AGL slapped for creek spill
Energy firm AGL has been issued a $1 million penalty for polluting a creek in NSW.
Coal block gets official
Trade Minister Simon Birmingham says Australia will seek restitution for China’s ban on Australian coal.
EPA scraps dump approvals
Victoria’s Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has reversed its approval for three toxic waste dumps.
Colac gets organic power
Victoria’s regional town of Colac is taking high-tech measures to generate new electricity.
Locals trim quantum noise
Australian experts are looking for ways to improve quantum computing for commercial activities.