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The whole mining community is shocked and saddened at news of a fatality at Saraji South coal mine on Monday in Queensland’s Bowen Basin, the Mining and Energy Union said. “This is the worst news we can ever receive,” said MEU Queensland President Mitch Hughes. “We are devastated that a coal miner is not returning … Continued
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Methane giant lobbies for more money to pollute Reports today that Woodside is lobbying the government for more taxpayer subsidies to extract fossil fuels are deeply troubling. A fossil fuel industry favourite, The West Australian, reports that the oil and methane giant is asking for the same government underwriting system now being offered to … Continued
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BMA Rail Crew workers in Central Queensland may be left with no choice but to apply to the Fair Work Commission (FWC) seeking industrial action after negotiations broke down with BMA. MEU Queensland District Vice President Shane Brunker says that members are concerned that BMA are attempting to negotiate a bottom of the barrel agreement … Continued
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The Allan Government must urgently put in place strict environmental protections for offshore energy projects after the federal veto of the Port of Hastings plan, leading conservationists say. Federal Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek blocked the proposed port because of “unacceptable” and “irreversible” risks to native endangered wildlife in Western Port Bay’s Ramsar-listed wetlands. The Victorian … Continued
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Leading energy infrastructure company, Jemena, has today announced the appointment of Kate Webster as new Group CFO following a competitive recruitment process. Commenting on the appointment Jemena’s Managing Director, David Gillespie, said that Kate brings a wealth of energy and utility sector experience to the role. “We are thrilled to welcome Kate to the Jemena … Continued
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This weekend marks the beginning of an ambitious campaign by the Otway Coastal Environment Action Network (OCEAN) to tour all towns along the Great Ocean Road in Victoria and raise awareness of seismic blasting for oil and gas and its devastating impact on marine life. The three week campaign starts at Ocean Grove on 6 … Continued
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Researchers from UNSW have developed a cutting-edge and scalable solution to overcome the rechargeability challenges of aqueous rechargeable zinc battery (AZB) technology. The innovation can potentially redefine energy storage for homes and grids, emphasising safety, cost-effectiveness, extended life cycle, and robust power capability. The team of researchers from the School of Chemical Engineering, Yuan Shang, … Continued
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Crucial renewable energy and power transmission projects worth billions of dollars will be hit with major industrial action as workers ramp up demands for fair pay. Electrical Trades Union NSW members at Transgrid – which includes the troubled $2.3 billion renewables project EnergyConnect in its portfolio – will begin industrial action on Friday. This will … Continued
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UNDER REPORTED LIABILITIES Taxpayers to pay billions if there is a rapid global exit from gas A new international report by an independent energy think tank says energy industry shareholders are effectively being deceived by an offshore gas and oil industry keen to cover up its pending liabilities. The report, entitled Australia’s decommissioning challenge … Continued
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On behalf of the Australian Government, the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has today announced that six applicants have been shortlisted and invited to submit a full application in the next stage of the $2 billion Hydrogen Headstart Program. Together, these applicants represent a total electrolyser capacity of over 3.5 GW across various end uses, … Continued
