Archived News for Engineering Professionals
Reports say global energy giants have influenced Australia’s Bureau of Meteorology (BOM).
Solar fires spotted
Authorities are cracking down after a spike in solar panel-related house fires in NSW.
States praised for green goals
The UN has thanked Australian states for their net zero commitments, but not the Federal Government.
Climate risks extend to rich
A new report finds no country – whether rich or poor – is immune from the health impacts of worsening climate change.
LNG controls concern firms
Australia’s big east coast LNG exporters will soon face formal price controls for the first time.
China plumbs deepest sea
A Chinese research submarine has reached one of the deepest spots on the planet.
Database aims to boost fusion
Researchers have created a database of electron-molecule reactions in the pursuit of nuclear fusion power.
Locals make massive star-map
An Australian telescope has scanned over 3 million galaxies to create a new atlas of the Universe.
Military 'waste' alleged
Australia’s military and defence spending is reaching an eye-watering level.
Uranium labelled unhelpful
It appears unlikely that Victoria will change its stance on uranium mining.
Big boost for heat-power
Australian researchers say their new breakthrough could unlock body-heat powered personal devices.
Funds for first micro-hydro
New funding has been provided for Australia’s first remote microgrid using renewable hydrogen generation.
Oration urges deep links
Experts say it is more important than ever to learn from ancient Australian cultures.
COVID no help for gas levels
The WMO says the industrial slowdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic has not curbed record levels of greenhouse gases.
Green light for gas giant
The Narrabri Gas Project has received federal approval, despite concerns for water resources.
Locals print more mini-kidneys
Australian researchers have again improved the technology for 3D-printing human organs.
New head for plasma lab
ANSTO has appointed one of the world’s leading plasma accelerator experts as its Leader of the Centre for Accelerator Science.