Archived News for Energy Sector Professionals - June, 2013
If there’s one thing that the duelling wind rallies in Canberra proved, it’s that Aussies are behind wind power. And that means new opportunities for wind entrepreneurs and the job seekers that love them.
The Sun Versus Wine: Europe Seeks A Settlement
The European Union's top trade official is heading to Beijing on Friday to talk about China dumping solar panels on the continent, and avoiding a trade war.
Clive Palmer looking for bail-out in tough times
Reports have surfaced suggesting trouble in the Clive Palmer empire, but the mining boss' run for PM continues
Exploration funding increases investment in WA
61 drilling projects across Western Australia will share in a $7.2 million boost from the State Government; the funding is set to support the on-going search for minerals and petroleum.
The funds have already been hailed as a boost to the state’s reputation amongst investors both locally and globally.
Green groups get together on wind farm debate
Australian environmental groups are campaigning to end anti-wind farm rhetoric, saying it could damage the industry and our environmental future.
Sydney sets its sights on a completely green future
A draft plan by the City of Sydney has suggested the metropolis could be powered by entirely renewable sources.
Take the power back; a push for community-owned renewable energy
A new initiative by the Coalition for Community Energy is calling on the Federal Government to fund the establishment of renewable energy sources in communities around the country.
Mining boost for NSW and SA
The NSW and SA mining industries will join forces to boost exploration, infrastructure and economic development through a new agreement signed by the states.
NSW renews contentious CSG licences
The New South Wales Government has renewed exploration lincences for the Coal Seam Gas industry to renew operations in the Pilliga Forest.
IEA releases climate policy framework
Keeping global temperature rises below 2 degrees Celsius is still a viable possibility, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA).
BHP offloads Browse interest
Mining giant BHP Billiton has announced it has sold off its 8.3 per cent stake in the East Browse Joint Venture and 20 per cent interest in the West Browse Joint Venture for USD$1.63 billion to PetroChina International.
Government announces regional renewable push
The Federal Government has announced a new program which it says will drive the deliver of 150 megawatts of energy through new renewable energy resources in regional and remote areas of the country within the next five years.
Government eyes uranium potential
Australia is on the cusp of a uranium boom that would see the country ride a massive spike in demand for the resource, according to Federal Minister for Resources Gary Gray.
Government kicks off knowledge exchange
The Federal Government has announced it has launched a new $60 million initiative aimed at sharing information, data and lessons learnt by the renewable enrgy sector.
NT launches exploration program
The Northern Territory has launched its new $3.95 million Creating Opportunities for Resource Exploration initiative aimed at assisting mineral and petroleum explorers make the ‘next major discovery in the Northern Territory’.
Queensland seeks comment over Bowen Basin
The Queensland Government is calling for community feedback on Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the proposed $1.76 billion Byerwen Coal Mine, north of the Bowen Basin.
$30 million for Queensland exploration
The Queensland Government has announced it will invest a further $30 million over three years to support the state’s resources and exploration industries.
Water and energy reforms to deliver savings says Queensland
Major electricity and water sector reforms will start delivering more than $3 billion in savings, Queensland Minister for Energy and Water Supply Mark McArdle said.
Government announces solar research fellowships
The Federal Government has announced 25 solar researchers will share in $3 million to pursue their ground breakering work to make solar technologies cheaper, more efficient and more accessible.
Mid West Energy Project hits milestone
The Western Australian Government has announced that the first power lines for the Mid West Energy Project (MWEP) are being delivered.
New rig to join hunt for oil off SA
The South Australian Government has welcomed the announcement that a new $775 million offshore drilling rig has been commissioned to join in the hunt for oil off the state’s coast.