Archived News for Energy Sector Professionals - August, 2021
Researchers are working on a new system that could see an entire room turned into a charger for devices located within it.
Lendlease backs zero by 2050
Australian building giant Lendlease says the Federal Government must commit to cutting carbon emissions to zero by 2050.
2D twists could outstrip silicon
Scientists are discovering the amazing properties of atomically-thin, twisted graphene.
ARENA backs tech connection
Federal agencies are funding a new digital energy connections simulation tool.
BHP slashes Hunter value
BHP has slashed millions from the value of its NSW Hunter Valley thermal coal mine.
China firing new thorium
China is preparing to test a molten salt nuclear reactor that uses thorium instead of uranium.
Double win for dual-use roof
A new study has shown the advantages of combining green roofs with solar setups.
Councils want help on green goals
Council advocates are lobbying for more money to help local governments meet climate goals.
Gas execs avoid court
Charges against the former directors of a major gas company have been dropped.
Oil incursion questioned
Some parents have become concerned about petroleum giant Woodside’s presence in schools.
State seeks hydrogen port
The Queensland Government has called for the construction of a new hydrogen export facility.
Two-faced cells top solar record
Australian scientists have set a new record for solar cell efficiency.
Big firms form fossil fuel giant
BHP and Woodside Petroleum have announced a $20 billion oil and gas merger ...
Twin turbines double wave power
A new prototype can harvest double the power from ocean waves as previous designs.
EU taxes to bite locals
Experts say Australian industries will soon pay for their emissions through overseas taxes.
AEMC allows panel charge
The AEMC is allowing power companies to charge Australians with rooftop solar panels for exporting electricity to the grid.
Green light for WA gas pipe
WA's Environment Minister has approved a major part of Woodside's proposed $16 billion Scarborough LNG project.