What do closed borders mean for the skilled migration of engineers?
Skilled migrants fill important gaps in Australia’s engineering workforce. So how will border closures to contain the spread of COVID-19...
Overall engineering enrolments rise, but travel bans raise uncertainties for international students
A downward trend in the number of students enrolling in Australian university engineering courses may have turned, but travel bans...
How engineers can lay the foundation for net-zero infrastructure
Infrastructure projects and related activities influence approximately 70 per cent of Australia’s greenhouse gas emissions, according to a new industry...
This startup brings the circular economy to a cafe near you
While many people have keep cups to grab a coffee on the go, a Melbourne startup has come up with...
How pop culture, parents and teachers inspired Candice Lam’s engineering career
Candice Lam uses stories from her engineering career to encourage women and girls to follow in her footsteps. She shared...
What the National Hydrogen Strategy means for industry
Last week, energy ministers voted to adopt a National Hydrogen Strategy. But what does this mean for industry as Australia...
Infrastructure spending not keeping pace with population growth, report finds
On-ground infrastructure spending has shown a downward trend over the past decade, according to Engineers Australia analysis. But will the...
WA company recognised for non-toxic, biodegradable solution to extract metals from ore
A Perth-based company recently took out the $70,000 WA Innovator of the Year Award for a solution that uses glycine...
Engineering knowhow is essential as we move to a more stable, sustainable grid
The electricity grid is evolving as coal plants reach the end of their lives and the popularity of renewables grows....
How effective is carbon capture as an emissions reduction tool?
Most climate change modelling includes carbon capture technologies to reduce atmospheric emissions. But a recent study questions whether it is...
