Archived News for Energy Sector Professionals

A remote shire in Western Australia has been caught off guard by rumours that it could host a nuclear waste dump.

Green coffers raided for Reef money

The new Federal Budget takes money from the Green Army to boost Great Barrier Reef spending.

RET talks approach approval

UPDATE 18/05: The Abbott government has ditched plans for two-yearly reviews, in a move that should see changes to the RET passed by parliament within weeks.

Alcoa closing Victorian plants

Alcoa will close its coal mine and power station on Victoria's coast in August, putting 85 people out of work.

Coal looks rough for Rio's new boss

Rio Tinto’s new coal boss has given a fairly gloomy outlook on the future of his new portfolio.

Carmichael claims don't play out

Financial evidence in a Queensland court suggests the proposed Carmichael coalmine in the Galilee Basin would operate at a loss and not bring the public money it promises.

Chimneys chasing panels' place in the sun

While solar panels gain popularity – and increase in efficiency – around the world, experts say some alternative design could help us gain more free power from the Sun.

Feet stamped, fists raised at Federal inaction

This week’s Federal Government budget launch could be hampered by vocal protests from unionised government workers across many sectors.

New tech shifts climate talks

Technological advances have transformed climate change politics, according to UN climate chief Christiana Figueres.

RET deal coming, but reviews remain

Bipartisan support on the level of the Renewable Energy Target (RET) has finally been reached, swapping a mandated 8,000 gigawatt hours of renewable energy for certainty in the industry.

Utilities asked to account for violence

Banks and utilities can help stamp out the economic abuse of women in violent relationships, research says.

Pigs hit up for new food/fuel

Academics are investigating whether pig poo could fuel farms of the future.

Thousands fall on Worley Parson's poor outlook

Worley Parsons has become the latest victim of poor commodity prices, announcing over 2,000 people will lose their jobs across its operations.

BHP breaks into Barbados oil

BHP Billiton has secured oil exploration licences in Barbados.

Jobs and services risk seen in NSW power change

The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) has told NSW energy companies to charge less, in a move some say could cost thousands of jobs.

Macfarlane solidifies gas links

The Industry Minister has been spruiking links between the Australian and United States’ energy sectors.

May Day marches mark growing wage threat

Workers around the country have marched on various issues, in the annual May Day union rallies over the weekend.

State of solar project gets tech prize

An Australian group has won an award for its work on live-generated solar photovoltaic (PV) maps and tools.

Tesla heads home for new energy revolution

Tech firm Tesla is making a foray into the commercial energy market, with a series of new batteries designed to store energy at the home, business and utility scale.