Archived News for Industry Professionals - March, 2023
The Albanese government is reportedly considering a tax hike on gas producers' soaring profits.
School sees hydro needs
Australia appears to lack the hydrogen skills and training capabilities it needs to achieve its newly-legislated carbon reduction targets.
Storage needs detailed
Adequate storage is the next big hurdle in Australia's renewable energy transition.
High-tech inks coming
Researchers have created specialised inks that can be used to passively control temperature in everyday environments.
Big fines for roof issues
A roofing company has been convicted and fined almost half a million dollars in total after a man died and several others were injured in two separate workplace incidents in Sydney three years ago.
Loo issues outlined
SafeWork SA is urging businesses that conduct construction activities to provide clean and reasonably located lavatories.
Polls spur pay talks
The result of the NSW state election could embolden union bargaining across the country.
Safeguard deal reached
Labor and the Greens have cut a deal to get a key piece of climate policy through the parliament.
US rules could block local work
Australian laws could prevent foreign-born engineers from working on AUKUS submarines.
Ex-AEMO head expects intervention
A leading energy expert has given some context for major government interference in the sector.
FFI claims breakthrough
Fortescue Future Industries (FFI) has achieved a “breakthrough” by successfully processing ‘green’ iron ore.
Dead panel plan detailed
The renewable energy sector must work out how to dispose of 80 million solar panels in an environmentally friendly way when they reach the end of their life.
BHP linked to dusty town
A government review has found BHP mines are the “dominant source” of dust in the WA town of Newman.
Building needs detailed
Experts say female workers are needed to meet a big shortfall in Victorian construction.
Compo fraud fined
A Warrnambool machine operator and business owner have been caught defrauding Victoria's workers compensation scheme.