Archived News for Energy Sector Professionals - October, 2018
The Australian Academy of Science says a ‘downward-looking telescope’ should be used to unlock Australia’s hidden mineral wealth.
Shell launches new digs
Shell has announced a significant expansion of its onshore gas operations in Queensland.
Plant study could boost bio-tech
Australian scientists have helped visualise a complex and critical part of photosynthesis.
Councils gather for green boost
Eighteen NSW councils have signed a 39GWh per year renewable energy agreement.
IPCC warns of warming
The UN says greenhouse gas pollution must reach zero by about 2050 in order to stop global warming at 1.5 degrees.
Alcoa knocks down Anglesea
Alcoa has successfully demolished the old Anglesea power station in Victoria despite concerns about asbestos in the building.
Bill issues lead power complaints
Rising power bills and bad customer service are the main drivers of a rise in complaints about electricity providers in Queensland.
Labor launches lithium plan
The Australian Labor Party (ALP) has laid out plans to boost Australia’s battery metals industry.
Labour stoush hits solar farm
Construction at Australia's largest photovoltaic (PV) solar farm has been interrupted.
Wave farm asked to show funding
Carnegie Clean Energy has been told to prove it can fund its major wave power project.
Wind turbine tests enforced
The Victorian Government has launched new rules for testing wind turbine noise.
Wind warming assessed
A new study has measured the potential environmental impacts of running a nation on wind power.