Archived News for Energy Sector Professionals - February, 2018
Call for NT exploration pause
The head of the Northern Territory’s fracking inquiry is considering measures that would delay exploration.
Linc case hears safety warnings
A court has heard Linc Energy workers were told to drink milk and eat yoghurt to protect their stomachs from acid.
Rail firm backs off NAIF request
Aurizon has withdrawn its application for NAIF funding to build the Galilee Basin rail line.
SA pumps up hydro studies
The South Australian government has announced grants for four pumped hydro projects.
Frack evidence questioned
Environmentalists have accused the NT Government and Origin Energy of misleading a hydraulic fracturing inquiry.
ABCC bans union images
The ABCC has announced new Building Code rules to stop the Eureka flag from being displayed on building sites.
Engineers advance wireless power
Researchers are working on a new wireless power source that uses triboelectricity - a green energy source.
Adani rail money dashed
The Federal Government appears to have ruled out NAIF funding for a rail line to Adani’s Carmichael coal mine.
Origin drops office jobs
Origin Energy is cutting 650 Queensland jobs, primarily from its head office in Brisbane.
SA unveils virtual solar plan
The SA Government has announced plans to connect 50,000 homes to form a virtual power plant.