Archived News for Industry Professionals - April, 2022
A major miner says it is committed to a uranium project in WA, despite being knocked back by the state government.
Academies ready to boost standing
Expert groups have welcomed funding they say will supercharge Australia’s global sci-tech profile.
COP26 goals could cap warming
Experts say that strict adherence to the COP26 climate goals should keep global warming to 2℃.
Woodside seeks new listings
Woodside has applied for a US listing ahead of a $63 billion merger vote.
Court rejects dam appeal
Victims of the 2011 Brisbane floods have lost a High Court over findings against dam engineers.
SA desal sites proposed
Four possible sites for a desalination plant on the Eyre Peninsula have been selected.
Key sectors missed in FTA
Some industries are welcoming the new Australia-India Free Trade Agreement, while others feel left out.
New motif taken from nature
Animal exoskeletons are being modelled to develop new construction materials.
Small firms swoop on copper
Glencore is selling off several of its Australian copper mines as the commodity goes wild.
AEMO predicts gas moves
The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) says gas supply should meet Australia’s declining usage until 2033.
CEFC backs new battery
The CEFC says it will put up $5 million for the Blind Creek Solar and Battery Project.
Greens launch EV plan
The Greens have launched a $6.1 billion electric vehicle policy in their election pitch.
Taylor re-tries ARENA adjustment
The Federal Government is trying for the third time to change the rules so its green energy funds can invest in fossil fuel-related projects.
Feds reject QLD help
The Federal Government has knocked back the Queensland Government’s plan for a $741 million joint flood relief package.
Papers plot green path
Global warming of more than 1.5℃ is now “almost inevitable”, according to the latest IPCC update.
Feds seek to improve apprentices
New funding will see apprentices in high-demand industries given up to $5000 in cash for the first two years of their training.