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Reducing the data centre carbon footprint
Technological advancements in energy procurement will enable data centres to reduce carbon emissions, according to a new industry report. [ + ]
Next-gen solar designed to take the heat
A next-generation solar cell that can maintain efficiency in the heat has been developed by engineers at Iowa State University. [ + ]
Choosing the right enclosure for harsh environments
An electrical enclosure's ability to protect the controls contained within is impacted by environmental conditions. [ + ]
Organic LEDs: the lighting of the future?
Material that could be used to create organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) is currently under investigation by a team of researchers. [ + ]
Saving energy with solar chimneys
A solar chimney that is optimised for energy saving and fire safety has been designed by researchers at RMIT University. [ + ]
How IoT is reshaping network design
Back in 2014, a Gartner report said that the Internet of Things (IoT) will pose seven challenges in the data centre. [ + ]
How energy efficient are data centres?
If data is going to continue to act as the powerhouse of the information revolution, evaluating its environmental inefficiencies is crucial. [ + ]
Could ultraviolet LEDs help fight COVID-19?
Ultraviolet LEDs that can decontaminate surfaces from COVID-19 infection are currently being developed by researchers. [ + ]
New chemical compound for solar panel creation
Renewable energy potential has been boosted by the creation of a new chemical compound by researchers at West Virginia University. [ + ]
How secure is your smart home?
Smart home technology has undergone a recent surge in popularity, with the average Australian household now containing 18.9 IoT-connected devices. [ + ]
Designing climate-resilient energy systems
An optimisation methodology for designing energy systems that are resilient to climate changes and variability has been developed by scientists. [ + ]
Why field operations teams need enterprise mobile tech
The latest study from Zebra Technologies reveals that only 60% of respondents have adopted a 'mobile-first' strategy. [ + ]
Time warp tech cuts power outage time
New 'time reversal' technology enables faster fault-finding within power networks, as well as reducing power outage durations. [ + ]
Fake cabling documents are fraud — go directly to jail
There have been reports of unscrupulous people faking cabling registration cards on worksites, and falsifying documentation to become registered cablers. [ + ]
Environmental protection with sustainable lighting
Greater emphasis is now being placed on ecological aspects when planning and installing lighting systems for industrial plants. [ + ]
