Archived Industry News for Water Professionals - June, 2024
The Local Government Association of South Australia says specific measures are needed to future-proof the state’s coastlines.
New plans for old rigs
Chevron and Esso have both announced plans to address their decommissioned oil rigs off the coast of Australia.
Serco slammed for COVID standards
The Australian Antarctic Division (AAD) has criticised Serco, the private operator of Australia’s icebreaker RSV Nuyina, for not adhering to strict COVID-19 vaccination protocols.
Water trigger sought for NT gas
Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek has been called on to evaluate the water impacts of the Beetaloo Basin fracking project in the Northern Territory.
ANU tests new desal
ANU scientists have developed a novel, cost-effective method for desalinating seawater using heat.
CCS ban for northern basin
The Queensland Government has announced a ban on carbon capture and storage (CCS) in its section of the Great Artesian Basin.
Controversial extraction paused
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) says it has ceased extracting water from a bore in Perth Hills.
Groundwater heat map released
Research suggests climate change is increasing groundwater temperatures.
Ship rule drives accidental change
A new study suggests shipping emissions regulation may have led to ocean warming.
Pollution toll tallied
Scientists say pollution presents a greater threat to global health than war, terrorism, and a range of diseases combined.
Big backing for hydrogen hub
The NSW Government has granted planning approval for a $207.6 million hydrogen hub in the Hunter region.