Archived News for Engineering Professionals
ARENA asks about transition
ARENA has undertaken a new initiative that will ask industry figures about ways to reduce emissions.
Mars mission making way
NASA’s latest mission to Mars is underway, carrying with it the first ever drone to fly on another planet.
Oxygen excites light
Australian researchers have achieved a world-first in light conversion that has big implications for solar photovoltaics.
Solar backed for jobs boost
A $600 million renewable energy project is being planned for the Queensland city of Mount Isa.
Green group wants fossil tax
There is a strong call for the Federal Government to tax the fossil fuel industry for a climate disaster fund.
Academy calls for extreme focus
The Australian Academy of Science will this week tell a Senate committee that Australia must deal with extreme weather events much more effectively.
Social spend suggested
Instead of helping with expensive renovations, the Federal Government is being urged to build social housing.
Workers' comp rorts uncovered
A deep investigation of Australia’s $60 billion workers’ compensation system has uncovered widespread mismanagement.
Zircon site saved
A remote patch of WA scrubland has been added to the National Heritage List in order to protect some truly ancient crystals.
'Specific' grant questioned
There are calls for an inquiry into how Shine Energy secured a $4 million grant for a coal plant study.
5G 'telesurgery' tested
An Italian surgeon has successfully performed remote surgery on a cadaver 15 kilometres away.
Maps checked for AV future
Australian researchers are looking at the new data required for the next age of transport.
New group for green chains
Some of Australian biggest companies are coming together to work towards net zero emissions in their supply chains.
New method for battery graphite
Researchers in WA have unexpectedly discovered a new way to make an essential material for lithium ion batteries.
Protons flow for energy tech
Researchers have discovered new materials that can conduct protons, which could be key to next-generation hydrogen fuel cells.
Creativity key to STEM too
A local researcher is pushing for Australian schools and universities to increase their emphasis on teaching creativity.
Cyclone watch enhanced
Advanced new modelling could protect vulnerable communities from flood and storm damage.