Archived News for Energy Sector Professionals
The mayor of Whyalla wants the town to shift from a heavy industry centre to a hub for renewable energy.
Deep doubt for NAIF rail loan
Even without the Queensland's rejection, Adani's $1 billion NAIF loan is unlikely to be approved.
Abbott's carbon claims denied
Experts have attacked Tony Abbott’s latest comments on carbon credits.
Adani wants anti-activist alignment
Anti-Adani activists have been arrested after boarding a train likely carrying coking coal.
Emissions switch slammed
The Federal Government has been accused of shifting the goalposts with the release of new annual emissions projections.
Frack review makes many calls
The NT Government’s fracking inquiry has handed down a preliminary report that includes a call to protect groundwater resources.
Bendy bio-battery for body power
Engineers in the US have created an entirely textile-based, bacteria-powered bio-battery.
New solar design outlined
Researchers have unveiled a new ‘double-glazing’ solar power window unlike any existing solar panel.
Adelaide gets graphene lab
Australian experts will use a new research hub to help graphene leave the lab.
AGL keeps Liddell timeline
AGL will close the Liddell coal-fired power plant and repurpose it with a commitment to clean energy.
Union responds to Ichthys death
The ETU wants the NT to introduce industrial manslaughter laws following the death of a worker at the Inpex Ichthys LNG plant.
More time needed for mine rehab
Research suggests much more time is needed for adequate mine site restoration.
Native title attempt against Adani
Traditional owners have filed a court injunction against Adani and the Queensland Government in the hope of blocking a National Native Title Tribunal decision on the Carmichael mine site.
Arrow aims at Surat
Arrow Energy has signed a deal that will open up one of the largest gas reserves on the east coast.
Experts brought in for offshore wind
Plans are afoot to build Australia’s first offshore wind farm off the coast of Victoria.
NSW Nationals on coal drive
The NSW Nationals want to use money from asset sales to build a new coal-fired power station.
Tesla battery called on early
The world's largest lithium ion battery has been switched on in South Australia.
Foreign funding for Adani possible
Moves are afoot to secure funding from China to back Adani’s Carmichael mine.