Archived News for Energy Sector Professionals - October, 2015
Queensland’s state-owned energy companies are making some serious money, and consumer advocates want to know why it has led to lower bills.
Glencore bags Newcastle's green view
A top executive from mining giant Glencore has slammed the Newcastle City Council for not supporting coal mines.
Cactus cracked as possible fuel source
Australian researchers say the agave cactus – famous as the main ingredient in tequila – could be a useful source of biofuel.
Government looking up from bust
The Federal Government says the Australian mining sector has hit the bottom of its bust period, and will begin moving upwards.
Massive fine settled after big BP spill
US Courts have ordered BP to pay more than $US20 billion ($AU28 billion) in fines from the deadly Gulf of Mexico oil spill five years ago.
Newcastle gets green light for port 4
The NSW Planning Assessment Commission has given a green light to Port Waratah’s Terminal 4 project in Newcastle.
Local team tops organic transistor comp
Australian engineers have created the most effective and highest frequency organic transistor in the world.
New funds for more Sun
The Federal Government has provided nearly half a million dollars to support solar power development.
Owners say coal plan ignores cultural needs
The traditional owners of the Galilee Basin want to stop the Adani Carmichael coal mining project, and are taking their concerns to the United Nations.
Shell boss backs carbon price, a bit
Shell's global chief executive says the world needs to put a price on carbon.
Workers urged to ask why safety matters
October is National Safe Work Month - a time to raise awareness and focus on health and safety across all workplaces.
Greens want to know cost of old coal
Greens leader Richard Di Natale says a massive audit should be undertaken across the country to work out whether state governments have the money to cover mine rehabilitation.