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Community survey: if New Acland mine were to close

According to a new survey, around 61 New Acland mine worker families would be forced to leave the region if Stage 3 of the mine doesn’t proceed. The survey, developed and conducted by spouses and...

Changing the design of Australia’s energy market

The Australian Energy Market Commission has launched a  research tool for  stakeholders who want to take part in transforming the energy sector as it moves to a lower emissions future. Check it out...

Gladstone Region contributes to the resource sector

Gladstone Region has punched above its weight in the resource sector with Queensland Resource Council figures released today stating Gladstone’s total economic contribution to the region’s economy...

First turbine erected at Mount Emerald Wind Farm

Ratch Australia Corporation announced the completion of the first wind turbine at the Mount Emerald Wind Farm near Walkamin today after the three 16 tonne blades, each 57m long, were positioned in...

Making cheaper and more efficient biofuels

The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) today announced $4.03 million in funding for Australian yeast developer Microbiogen to make production of bioethanol from plant waste cheaper and more...

One step closer for giant Kidston solar and pumped hydro

The world’s first integrated solar and pumped hydro hybrid project in Kidston is one step closer to being built as the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) today announced up to $5 million in...

New research into oil from recycled tyres

New research has been conducted into the performance and emissions of oil from recycled tyres in a 2.5 litre diesel vehicle under real-world operating conditions. The tests were conducted on a 2017...

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