Archived News for Engineering Professionals
The Australian government has invested $1 billion in the US-based quantum computer startup, PsiQuantum.
Billions paid for dam disaster
Mining giants BHP and Vale have proposed a $38 billion settlement over the catastrophic failure of the Samarco tailings dam in 2015.
Bricks remixed for green gains
Engineers have developed a brick made from recycled materials that promises to reduce household energy costs.
Beetaloo deal emerges
Concern has been raised around a gas deal meant to secure the NT’s energy future.
King delegates gas decision
The Resources Minister has excused herself from decision-making on the contentious Petroleum Export Permit 11 (PEP-11).
WA seeks gas progress
WA has urged the Commonwealth to apply its “use it or lose it” policy for energy companies holding undeveloped offshore gas field licences.
Sims questions local fervour
A once leading figure in Australian regulation says a fancy slogan could hinder progress.
Space patch re-links probe
A technological breakthrough has allowed NASA to regain communication with a distant spacecraft.
New standard for federal buys
A new sustainability initiative imposes stricter standards for government contracting.
Wastewater change calculated
Researchers in the US say billions could be saved by a switch to green wastewater infrastructure.
Cell tagging advanced
Engineers have come up with a way to tag and observe individual proteins within cells.
IV pushes preventative spend
Experts urge Victoria to bolster roads, electricity networks, and buildings against escalating extreme weather events.
Judge questions union compromise
The Fair Work Ombudsman has been criticised for its handling of a CFMEU case.