Archived News for Engineering Professionals
The Federal Government has put up $56 million for a second electricity interconnector between Tasmania and the mainland.
Energy bottlenecks outlined
Experts have identified renewable energy bottlenecks that may put emissions targets at risk.
PM tops up emissions money
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced a $2 billion boost to the scheme that pays big polluters not to pollute.
Tech tools for energy improvement
A new project is creating tech tools to combat Summer energy challenges and high power bills.
Animals ignored in mine restoration
Research shows that the impact of mining on animals is being overlooked in most mine site restoration plans.
China halts local coal
The Australian dollar took a hit on Friday after China announced an indefinite ban on coal imports.
Farmers want rail talks
The inland rail project is lining up to be an issue in both the NSW and federal elections, despite over $400 million already being spent.
Geoscientists want deep backing
Geoscientists say they need political support to dig deeper and access Australia’s next generation of mineral deposits.
Locals test quantum sandwich
Engineers have demonstrated a new approach for converting ordinary laser light into quantum light.
Authority calls for dust data
Safe Work Australia wants feedback on new exposure guidelines for crystalline silica and coal dust.
Big firms ignore rising risks
Australia's biggest companies are not doing enough to mitigate the risks of climate change, a new report has found.
Coal-hydro pilot approved
Authorities have approved a world-first pilot project to turn brown coal from Victoria's Latrobe Valley into hydrogen.
Fortescue calms autonomous concern
Fortescue has defended its autonomous system after trucks collided in WA.
Bird plan could slow Carmichael
A small bird is standing in the way of Adani's giant Queensland coal mine.
Builders push new link
A new electricity interconnector between South Australia and New South Wales could lower power costs ...
Decryption laws lead some offshore
Some big names in Australian tech have called for urgent changes to controversial anti-encryption laws.