Archived News for Energy Sector Professionals - November, 2019
The Coalition has failed to pass its signature laws aimed at cracking down on unions.
NT hit for renewable contradiction
The Climate Council says the Northern Territory is lagging significantly behind the rest of the country in developing renewable energy.
Hazelwood firm convicted
The operator of Hazelwood Mine has been convicted for exposing workers and the public to dangerous conditions...
Global study shows over-investment
Leading research groups have joined the UN to warn of ‘overinvestment’ in fossil fuels.
Lofty goals for local hydro
Analysis has found Australian hydrogen export projections have been exaggerated by factor of up to 11.
Loy Yang B closure looms
Alinta Energy is threatening the early closure of one of Australia's biggest coal-fired power stations.
Renewable help for remote mine
WA's Mines Minister has officially opened stage one of a new mine-linked solar-powered microgrid project.
Research calls to scrap coal
A new report warns Australia must stop burning coal by 2030 if it wants to help limit global warming to 1.5 degrees.
Woodside forecasts future
Woodside Energy says its next era will be one of advanced technology, lower carbon emissions and new employment opportunities.
Second hint of fifth force
For years scientists have operated on the assumption that the universe is works under four fundamental forces ...
New tech recycles all
Australian scientists say their new technology could make all plastic recyclable.
AGIG gets link deal
Australian Gas Infrastructure Group (AGIG) has secured a contract with Woodside Energy to build pipelines for the Pluto-North West Shelf (NWS) Interconnector.
Climate/health effects checked
Climate change is already damaging the health of the world’s children, and Australia is at significant risk of health decline too.
New home for fusion giant
A building that will house the world's largest tokamak fusion reactor is now complete.
Taylor seeks state deals
The Morrison government is looking for individual deals with states to help drive down power prices and ensure reliability.
Wave risk well telegraphed
The WA Government was warned that Carnegie Clean Energy was a big financial risk before giving is $2.6 million in taxpayer funds, reports say.
Charges over Inpex death
NT WorkSafe has charged two construction companies over the death of a man at the Inpex Onshore LNG Facility.
Buyer sought for big oil ship
Taxpayers face a big bill if a buyer cannot be found for a rust-riddled oil platform.