Archived News for Industry Professionals - May, 2019
A new deal has been signed for the construction of a 50MW/200MWh battery storage system in South Australia.
Adani approval under pressure
CSIRO was pushed to accept the Federal Government’s approval of the Adani’s groundwater plans, reports say.
More Roundup cancer compo
A US jury has ordered Monsanto to pay $US2 billion ($2.8b) to a couple who contracted cancer after using the commonly used weedkiller, Roundup.
Powerful profit for SA battery
South Australia’s giant Tesla battery has delivered a $22 million profit in its first full year of operation.
WaterNSW issues mine warning
WaterNSW has called for a curb on mining for two big coal mines in Sydney's catchment.
Local deal for next-gen vehicles
A new Australian electric vehicle company says it will start production next year.
Greens want energy regulation
A plan has been put forth to re-regulate South Australia’s energy sector.
Meat firms want energy plan
Australia's meat processors want either side of politics to focus on soaring energy costs and labour shortages.
New Adani review ordered
The Queensland government is seeking a further review of Adani’s groundwater plans.
New scheme for space tests
The Federal Government wants to pay companies to test space equipment in Australia.
UCG site has eyes on supply
An underground coal gasification (UCG) plant is bidding for a contract previously held by a renewable energy project.
Climate costs counted
A new report warns climate change is a major threat to Australia’s financial stability, and poses substantial systemic economic risks.
NT accused of poor reporting
Failures by the NT Government have allowed substandard iron ore mining operations to continue unchecked.
Compo quest for Doyles Creek
NSW politicians are pushing for compensation over a scrapped mine deal.
States push for silicosis fix
Authorities are responding to the growing silicosis issue in the stone industry.
Adani needs new bird plan
The Queensland Government has rejected Adani’s plan to protect an endangered bird.
Protests slam new plans
Two big protests over the weekend showed anti-fossil fuel sentiment remains strong.
WA funds powerful restoration
The East Perth Power station is to be lifted out of abandonment, the WA Government says.