Archived News for Engineering Professionals - January, 2024
Anger aimed at law office
Federal Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek has issued a stark warning to the Environmental Defenders Office (EDO)...
Battery build backed
Origin Energy says it will build a $400 million, 650 MWh battery storage system at its gas-fired Mortlake Power Station in Victoria.
Climate law delay sought
Australian business groups have called for a delay in the implementation of the new mandatory climate disclosure laws...
Housing issues build
With the weakest home-building pipeline Australia has seen in over a decade, there is a growing push for...
Slump causes mine concern
The prices of lithium and nickel, once the darlings of the green energy transition, have plummeted.
Doomsday Clock maintains risk
In a reminder of global perils, the Doomsday Clock remains at 90 seconds to midnight.
Fortescue facing shift
An ex-PM’s departure could mark a new chapter for Fortescue’s green ambitions.
King leaves on power spree
Australia is promoting itself to key energy markets in Japan and South Korea.
Local link in German plan
Germany, Europe's industrial juggernaut, is pushing to build a novel hydrogen market.
Melanoma leaders honoured
Professor Georgina Long and Professor Richard Scolyer have been jointly named the 2024 Australians of the Year.
New bid for multi-deal
Coal workers could be the first to test the new multi-employer bargaining regime.
Protein seen as cancer switch
A protein in the immune system can be manipulated to help overcome bowel cancer, according to new research.
Camera tuned to animal eyes
A new camera system allows humans to see the world through an animal's eyes.
Big Sydney fix ordered
Urgent repair orders have been issued for “prestigious” new apartments in Sydney.
Nappies mashed for new builds
Researchers are working on ways to build sustainable homes using recycled nappies.