Archived News for Engineering Professionals
Australia will put up billions of dollars to help Rolls-Royce improve the UK’s nuclear reactor production line.
Climate markers climb
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) says 2023 set a grim milestone as the hottest year on record, with climate indicators reaching catastrophic levels.
AI driver to steer MS
Big moves in the AI world, with Mustafa Suleyman, co-founder of DeepMind, taking over Microsoft's consumer AI division.
Dye stripped with gold approach
Researchers have come up with a new, sustainable solution for wastewater polluted by dyes.
Offshore issue spotted
Australia’s Biodiversity Council has questioned a proposed environmental law carve out for the offshore oil and gas industry.
US warning on water hacks
The US Government has issued a warning about the vulnerability of water systems to cyberattacks.
'Covert' harassment exposed
A new survey has uncovered extensive ‘covert’ sexual harassment at Australian mines.
Sulphur drives rapid batteries
Engineers are working on new, fast-charging lithium-sulphur batteries.
CEFC continues lithium boost
The Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) has announced a commitment of up to $110 million to support a lithium project.
Low cost scheme outlined
Economists have proposed a ‘HECS-for-solar’ scheme to slash power bills and help the climate.
Pocock questions gas talks
The Albanese government has been accused of avoiding First Nations consultation on offshore gas plans.
Shareholder push resisted
Woodside Energy has defended its chairman, Richard Goyder, amid a campaign by activist shareholders against his re-election.
Solar rolls break record
CSIRO scientists have reported a new record efficiency for next-gen roll-to-roll printed solar cells.
Sub plan could fall short
The first anniversary of the AUKUS pact has been marked with concern about its future.
Animal speed limits studied
Researchers have investigated how nature dictates the top speed of animals.
New offshore zone set
The Federal Government has officially declared the Southern Ocean Wind Zone, covering an area of 1,030 square kilometres off the coast of Warrnambool and Port Fairy in Victoria.
Ancient galaxies confound
New telescope observations have unearthed some mysterious ancient galaxies.
Governments agree on NT housing
A $4 billion remote housing initiative is being created to transform NT Indigenous communities.