Archived News for Energy Sector Professionals
Data sent with no heat loss
Australian researchers have developed a high-tech and efficient new system to transport data using atomically-thin semiconductors.
Zinc batteries backed in NSW
A Sydney company is planning to start production of next-generation fire-resistant zinc-bromide batteries.
Court actions don't delay Beetaloo drilling
The Federal Government is paying taxpayer money to oil and gas companies to open up the NT’s Beetaloo Basin, despite legal issues.
High-tech floorboards tested
Swiss engineers have designed a new ‘nanogenerator’ that enables wood to generate energy from footfalls.
Coal price hits new peak
Coal prices have hit a record high despite efforts to de-carbonise the global economy.
Debt-ridden firm secures expansion
Wollongong Coal has secured approval for a mine extension despite its $1 billion debt.
Power firms want border reform
Some of the world’s biggest electricity companies have warned that border closures could lead to blackouts.
UN pushes emissions pledge
A senior UN official says the climate crisis will “wreak havoc” on Australia’s economy if coal is not phased out.
Ambient charging tested
Researchers are working on a new system that could see an entire room turned into a charger for devices located within it.
Lendlease backs zero by 2050
Australian building giant Lendlease says the Federal Government must commit to cutting carbon emissions to zero by 2050.
2D twists could outstrip silicon
Scientists are discovering the amazing properties of atomically-thin, twisted graphene.
ARENA backs tech connection
Federal agencies are funding a new digital energy connections simulation tool.
BHP slashes Hunter value
BHP has slashed millions from the value of its NSW Hunter Valley thermal coal mine.
China firing new thorium
China is preparing to test a molten salt nuclear reactor that uses thorium instead of uranium.
Double win for dual-use roof
A new study has shown the advantages of combining green roofs with solar setups.