Energy Security is National Security

Through her role as General Manager of the Energy Solutions business unit at Ventia, Lena Parker is responsible for a major program of works with Ventia’s largest client, providing scalable solutions as they seek to improve energy consumption and emissions. More broadly, Lena’s focus is on delivering significant programs of work across large assets and estates to drive energy security, resilience and emissions objectives for clients. She is responsible for industrial scale behind-the-meter solutions including generation (solar), storage (BESS), efficiency (scalable demand and consumption reduction) and enablement (EV charging infrastructure) programs of work. Read More

Explosion safety in Australian mines and refineries

There are many hazards on a mine site or refinery that pose a risk of explosion, particularly where there are electrical devices. As mines and refineries become more automated, the number of electrical
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The Rehabilitation of the Ranger Project Area

Rehabilitation and closure planning began soon after the Ranger mine began producing uranium oxide in 1981. Mining finished in 2012 and with the completion of ore processing in 2021 the mine transitioned
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Mining 4.0: How do we get there in Australia?

It’s no longer a question of whether the mining sector is ready for the fourth industrial revolution, but rather, are the right foundations in place? What building blocks are needed to succeed?
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APPEA advises stronger focus for gas in 2023-24 Budget

The Australian Petroleum Production and Exploration Association (APPEA) has urged the Federal Government to use the 2023-24 Budget to encourage investment in new gas supply and emissions reduction measures. Read More