The University of Queensland has added to its innovative Mining Leaders Program (MLP), offering for the first time the opportunity to receive credit towards the Graduate Certificate in Executive Leadership. Click here to view full story;
May
04
May
04
This week we spotlight wrenches and other hand tools: a line of fiberglass handles for sledge and specialty hammers; an adjustable wrench in two sizes; Click here to view full story;
May
04
1940- Construction begins on the Rainbow Bridge, an arch bridge in Niagara Falls, U.S.A.
May
04
Grades 5 and 6 girls in Winnipeg are getting hands-on opportunities to test out the trades with experienced tradeswomen at the third annual Unlocking the Toolkit Event. Click Here to View Full Story
May
03
Australia’s vast distances between its major popular centres means that much of the $1.7 trillion national economy runs on rubber. Click here to view full story;
May
03
The UK's transition from fossil-fuel guzzler to renewable energy pioneer is being driven by flexible technology and clever investment, says Matt Setchell of Octopus Group Click here to view full story;
May
03
Germany recently approved the construction of offshore wind parks that can generate up to 1,610 megawatts (MW) of power at contract prices beyond last year's low bids in an auction, according to Reuters. Click here to view full story;
May
03
1830- the first regular steam train passenger service begins.
May
03
The quest to develop the “Holy Grail” of affordable, viable and environmentally friendly fuels using sunlight has taken an exciting new twist. Click here to view full story;
May
02
Between wind and solar power, we have access to an essentially unlimited supply of energy on Earth. Click here to view full story;