Archived News for Energy Sector Professionals - October, 2013
A Shire Council has put together a draft Mining and Extractive Industries Policy, which seeks to protect landowners who do not want coal seam gas wells on their property.
Cutting tape could leave none to stick on
An Environmental Law Professor is adding to the academic outcry since the new Federal Environment Department was formed, saying attempts to reduce environmental approvals will not help cut emissions.
Ludlam "gamed" out of Senate seat
Greens member Scott Ludlam has lost his seat in Western Australia, calling for a recount after a closely fought poll for the Senate.
Miner can't see gas for a while
The boss of a Queensland energy company says there is no immediate future for underground coal gas extraction in the state, after Cougar Energy was fined for contaminating groundwater.
Scientists push to match global standard
Climate scientists have used updated reports of humanity’s impact on the environment to call on Australian politicians to do something beneficial, as they seemingly go backwards compared to the rest of the world.
Study picks zap over gas
Intense scrutiny of hot water heaters has revealed that building policies could do with more flexibility to allow for new designs, researchers say.