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Overcoming natural disaster
When the 2022 Lismore floods hit switchboard manufacturer Marelex Electrical, Managing Director Brad Harrang faced a mammoth recovery effort. [ + ]
Is data centre development outpacing the grid?
A new report from Wood Mackenzie identifies a concerning disparity between data centre collocation plans and the necessity for a reliable grid. [ + ]
The climate risks of future tech
Will large-scale technology developments such as AI-driven systems and electrified homes create a sustainable, equitable future for Australians? [ + ]
Making the case for sustainable data centres
The next generation of data centres will be defined by circular thinking that prioritises efficiency, reuse and adaptability. [ + ]
Efficient HVAC protects Aussie hospital during bushfires
Maintaining excellent air quality in a hospital during bushfire season is a challenge — especially if the aim is to also reduce energy consumption. [ + ]
Creating an optimal thermoelectric generator — without human input
Thermoelectric power generators are in hot demand, thanks to their ability to convert waste heat into electricity. [ + ]
The often-overlooked factor in data centre uptime
Environmental monitoring may not be the most visible part of a data centre, but it is one of the most influential. [ + ]
Meeting switchboard demand in South Australia
SA is experiencing increasing demand for critical electrical infrastructure at a time of skilled labour shortages and extended lead times. [ + ]
Why electromechanical systems matter in Australia's energy transition
Australia's energy transition depends as much on reliability as on ambition. [ + ]
Tackling aircon noise in data centres
As data centre power densities rise, cooling system design is expanding beyond capacity and energy efficiency to include another critical factor — noise. [ + ]
Creating the 'holistic' grid of the future
A new method shows how different parts of the grid can work together to make holistic decisions without requiring system centralisation. [ + ]
Managing supply chain risk in electrical and data projects
Behind the multibillion-dollar data centre construction industry, there’s a vulnerability that can derail entire projects — supply chain reliability. [ + ]
Exploring the future of buildings
Schneider Electric's Vice President, Digital Energy shares her predictions for intelligent buildings. [ + ]
Creating future-proof dwellings for a harsh climate
Australian research is reinventing what a smart, sustainable living space might look like in an era of extreme heat. [ + ]
Australia's buildings are starting to act on their own
Intelligent building technology has moved from something trialled and tested to something that's expected, changing how buildings are run, optimised and experienced every day. [ + ]
