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What Australia thinks about the energy transition
A CSIRO survey has canvassed more than 6700 people in all states and territories, across capital cities and regional areas. [ + ]
Foiling hackers in the smart home era
Australian researchers have devised a camera that obscures images beyond human recognition, thus preserving the privacy and security of those using Internet of Things technology. [ + ]
Smart mobility in Helsinki
Helsinki is beating the world in smart mobility, according to the Urban Mobility Readiness Index report by the Oliver Wyman Forum and the University of California, Berkeley. [ + ]
NZ has reached the 'electrification tipping point' — where to now?
New Zealand is one the of the first countries in the world where electric appliances and vehicles are more affordable than their fossil fuel equivalents over the lifetime of the machine. [ + ]
Why indoor air quality is an urgent matter
While the pandemic highlighted the need to better protect people from airborne viruses and improve indoor air quality, scientists say more action is critically needed. [ + ]
Why power networks need a 'smoke alarm' system
RMIT University has designed an early fault detection system for powerlines that has been deployed in wildfire mitigation plans in the US and Canada. [ + ]
Can switchgear increase safety and sustainability in mining?
While switching operations are essential for the reliable functioning of electrical distribution grids, networks that serve the resources industry come with special risks. [ + ]
Smart cities, built from scratch
With their reliance on interconnected systems and sustainable technologies, smart cities present a host of opportunities for the electrical, communications and data industries. [ + ]
The big value of infrastructure digital twins is finally here
What was once considered futuristic eye candy is now a powerful and valuable way to combine and leverage data from disparate sources and multiple disciplines. [ + ]
Finding one faulty solar panel in a sea of millions
Up until now, finding faults in individual panels on a solar farm has been a time-consuming and expensive business. [ + ]
Smart homes, cities and industry: Wi-Fi HaLow moves into the real world
Wi-Fi HaLow's reported advantages include extended ranges and battery life, minimised end-to-end delay, a higher level of security and ease of installation. [ + ]
How does HVAC stand up to bushfire smoke?
New Australian research has demonstrated the importance of bushfire-ready infrastructure. [ + ]
Five ways data storage can advance your sustainability ambitions
With IT a significant contributor to energy consumption, there are considerable sustainability gains to be made by taking the right approach. [ + ]
Exploring the impact of bright lighting on wildlife
Aotearoa New Zealand scientists have looked into the effects on flora and fauna of an increasingly lit-up nocturnal world. [ + ]
The global need for better cooling
Without drastic action, the cooling sector presents an alarming threat to our rapidly warming planet. [ + ]