Archived News for Engineering Professionals - April, 2024
Australia makes quantum play
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.