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Digital engineering core to Infrastructure Victoria’s emissions reduction plan

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    Australia’s national body for engineering has welcomed the release of Infrastructure Victoria’s plan to reduce infrastructure emissions. The report highlights the role digital engineering is set to play in decarbonising the infrastructure sector.    Engineers Australia Chief Executive Romilly Madew AO said “Eliminating infrastructure-related greenhouse gas emissions is a complex, but incredibly important … Continued

Agreement paves way for enhanced engineering mobility and collaboration between Australia and Spain

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Engineers from Australia and Spain will enjoy streamlined access to working in either country, thanks to a new Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) between Engineers Australia and the General Council of Official Colleges of Industrial Engineers (CGCOII), Spain’s governing body for the industrial engineering profession.   The agreement was formalised by Engineers Australia CEO Romilly Madew … Continued

Making light work! Researchers create synthetic methane using only the sun

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Engineers at UNSW have developed a way to produce a synthetic fuel from carbon dioxide using only sunlight. The research team’s process involves utilising light and heat to induce a reaction which creates synthetic methane from CO₂. Their research, published in EES Catalysis, could help to reduce reliance on fossil fuels. “Methane is the major component … Continued

Engineers Australia welcomes appointment of new ACT Chief Engineer

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Engineers Australia has welcomed the appointment of Gillian Geraghty as the ACT Government’s New Chief Engineer.  CEO Romilly Madew AO said Ms Geraghty is well placed to lead the territory’s engineering future. “As Director-General of Major Projects Canberra and an Engineers Australia Fellow with decades’ experience working on complex infrastructure projects and community programs, Gillian … Continued

New UNSW Nuclear Innovation Centre receives $7.5m gift from Sir William Tyree Foundation

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The centre of excellence in nuclear science innovation launches with funding for research, scholarships and academic positions. The UNSW Nuclear Innovation Centre (UNIC) was launched today to advance Australia’s nuclear science industry, underpinned by a $7.5 million donation from the Sir William Tyree Foundation, which will establish a suite of research scholarships in nuclear engineering. … Continued

Engineers Australia and Consult Australia sign Historic Collaboration Agreement

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    Engineers Australia and Consult Australia have signed a formal collaboration agreement, marking a significant milestone in a relationship spanning almost 90 years.   The collaboration, built on a shared history of engaging members and advocating for change, combines the unique views of both memberships to tackle shared challenges and seek growth opportunities. Central … Continued

Bridging a tech gap: How smart sensors can help defective bridges

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Thursday, February 15MEDIA RELEASE A NSW Smart Sensing Network (NSSN) project has developed smart fibre optic sensors which can monitor corrosion in concrete structures and help extend the service life of a bridge. While bridges are vital for economic and social growth, it is expensive to monitor their structural deterioration: the Australasian Corrosion Association estimates the … Continued

Engineering a diverse future for Australia’s STEM system

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 Engineers Australia welcomes the Pathway to Diversity in STEM Final Report and is urging the Australian Government to adopt the panel’s recommendations and its Diversity in STEM Program Strategy.   The report makes eleven recommendations to increase the diversity of Australia’s STEM system, from promoting equity and diversity throughout the educational journey and STEM careers … Continued