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Keep up to date with what is happening in the world surrounding the minerals and energy sector.
 What would a world without metals look like?Posted on 04 Apr 2012 What would happen to the world if we did not have the rare industrial metals and rare earth metals? This video is in German but still translates a very clear message. To view: The World Without Metals Source: http://www.swissmetalassets.com |
 Engineer Makes Steel from WastePosted on 01 Mar 2012 An Indian born engineer currently working in Australia has developed an innovative technology which uses waste rubber and plastic to make steel. Dr Veena Sahajwalla, director of Sustainable Materials Research and Technology at the University of New South Wales, says the new technology also lowers... |
 Futuristic wall display shows real-time energy usagePosted on 28 Feb 2012 There's more to the home energy conservation system designed by Queensland University of Technology industrial design graduate Erica Pozzey than meets the eye. Her design, Triad Energy, won two industry awards which brought work experience with Infinity Design and Prodex and helped Erica gain a... |
 How does a coal mining company get started?Posted on 10 Feb 2012 Several companies have recently started looking for coal in the Central Queensland region, and in fact have exploration ground covering tens of thousands of kilometres. Jacquie Mackay of ABC Brisbane looks at where these companies come from and how difficult it is to emerge as a serious contender... |
 Growth Outlook StudyPosted on 20 Jan 2012 In this detailed study of the resources sector in Queensland, the demands on energy, water and jobs out to 2020 are examined. To view the study, click here. Source: Queensland Resources Council |
 Inspiring Australia Science GrantsPosted on 19 Jan 2012 New grants now available for any activity that supports science (Grant round 16 January-29 February). The grants are titled Unlocking Australia’s Potential because a core element of the round will target people who may not have had interest in or access to science engagement activities in... |
 Big rains, solar put wind in powerPosted on 06 Dec 2011 Heavy rains and a dramatic rise in the number of household solar energy panels have helped to boost Australia's renewable energy production in the past financial year, despite larger projects temporarily stalling amid political uncertainty over the carbon tax. A report released today by the... |
 Queensland's Solar AtlasPosted on 01 Dec 2011 Queensland has the natural resources necessary to become a renewable energy leader, and the government is developing a collection of renewable energy maps to help lead clean energy companies to prime development sites in the state. These maps to date include solar and wind, and are a key... |
