Articles
A ban on SF6 in the energy sector is overdue
With international pressure mounting on Australia to adopt more ambitious climate goals, there are steps the energy sector can take to assist in this task. [ + ]
Moving to clean energy with more efficient buildings
Better strategies for managing energy consumption in buildings is the focus of a comprehensive new study in the US. [ + ]
5G partnership between Signify and BAI
BAI Communications and Signify have forged a partnership that will see them combine expertise on lighting and wireless communications. [ + ]
Energy planning for the homes of the future
How might digital lifestyles within the home affect energy planning for future residential living? [ + ]
Easing grid pressure with AI technology
Machine learning that can accurately predict wind and solar power is being used to securely integrate them into the national electricity grid. [ + ]
The benefit of structure: remembering life before SCS
A structured approach to cabling has brought many benefits to modern enterprises, but it wasn't always this ordered. [ + ]
Future trends: PV power for thermal building activation
Solar company my-PV has developed a system that releases excess solar energy to heat building foundations. [ + ]
The special requirements of air-con circuit protection
To satisfy the safety requirements of more stringent Australian wiring standards, ABB has introduced new residual current protection technology. [ + ]
Shifting the focus on CCTV
Research from XYX Lab suggests the use of CCTV in public spaces is shaping women's behaviour in unexpected ways. [ + ]
Schneider calls for collaboration in Industries of the Future
Schneider is urging industrial enterprise to embrace universal automation, sustainable efficiency and digitalisation to boost economic recovery. [ + ]
Bushfire risk on overhead lines — get it covered
With climate change making hot, dry and windy conditions more likely, utilities need to protect themselves and the public from the risk of bushfire. [ + ]
How Automated Infrastructure Management is showing its human side
Automated infrastructure management implementation boils down to very human considerations. Here are four ways that the AIM conversation is centred on flesh and blood rather than ports and patch cables. [ + ]
Smart homes in a post-pandemic world
What changes will 'the new normal' bring for the home automation industry? [ + ]
A spotlight on the safety elements of the AS/NZS 61439 standard
The long-awaited AS/NZS 61439 standard was mandated on 24 May 2021, meaning all switchboard builders and electrical contractors across ANZ must now comply. [ + ]
Australia breaks PV system install record in 2020
Over 362,000 rooftop solar PV installations were issued with small-scale renewable energy scheme certificates under the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme. [ + ]