Archived News for Engineering Professionals
The London Metal Exchange (LME) is being sued for allegedly ignoring environmental impacts.
Union seeks left shift
The head of the CFMEU has spoken about the union’s plan to influence politics.
Gas outlook adjusted
Shell has revised its outlook on future demand for liquefied natural gas (LNG), as the post-fossil fuel era inches closer.
Key tax for green future
Economists have laid out bold moves to reposition Australia in the global shift towards a low-carbon economy.
Mining aids prepared
The Albanese government is preparing to assist embattled producers of clean tech materials.
Rice-beef hybrid for cheap feeds
While the world prepares to stomach lab grown meat, researchers are working on rice-grown beef.
Ship switch suggested
Australia plans to fast-track the enhancement of its naval fleet to counter China's military expansion, a new review suggests.
AI boss seeks $7 trillion
The CEO of OpenAI is in discussions to raise US$7 trillion to transform the global computer chip industry.
Locals linked to low satellites
Telstra is swapping traditional satellite connections for advanced low earth orbit satellites (LEOsats) across more than 300 sites.
Senate hears ADF issues
Australia's Defence Force is under strain from recruitment shortfalls and project delays.
Mine impacts unknown
New research has found that impacts for half the world’s mines are undocumented.
New case could shake native title
A looming legal battle could have implications for native title claims across Australia.
Crime links in offshore contracts
Companies behind Australia's offshore detention regime have been implicated in a web of suspected criminal dealings.
Setka sets retirement time
John Setka, the Victorian secretary of the CFMEU, says he will retire within the next six months.
CEFC backs supply and storage
The Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) is increasing its investments in wind and battery power.
Power figures listed
Analysts have compiled a list of the most influential forces in Australia’s energy arena.
New record for chip tech
Australian researchers have set a new standard of precision for making quantum computer chips.