Well known as early adopters of technology, Japan has been no different when it comes to the Internet of Things (IoT). Tokyo, Japan's capital city, recently modernised its traditional electric power grid, the fourth biggest in the world, with more than 10 million advanced meters and devices. [ + ]

All electrical equipment offered for sale in Australia and New Zealand is required to meet a range of essential safety criteria under Electrical Equipment Safety System (EESS) regulations. [ + ]

Gordon Makryllos, Managing Director ANZ at Eaton, reflects on the shift to renewables — and the potential for the future of energy storage and microgrids in Australia. [ + ]

From Snowy Hydro 2.0 to the Queensland government's move to bring Stanwell's E gas-fired power station out of hibernation and the closure of Hazelwood coal-fired plant in Victoria, the nation is at odds about how to responsibly cater to the ever-growing energy needs of our own population, as well as the world's. [ + ]

Australian electrical bodies have issued a warning regarding non-compliant and unsafe TPS cable being supplied and sold in New Zealand. [ + ]

If you provide data or communication network services to the utility sectors, regional councils or commercial and industrial markets in the water or power management space, then the Australian Utility Week (AUSUW) is a must-attend event for you. [ + ]

Queensland's electrical safety regulator, the Electrical Safety Office, has taken disciplinary action against three electrical licence holders. [ + ]

Choosing the right test equipment isn’t always easy. With that in mind, data cable and network tester manufacturer IDEAL Networks offers some insights to improve technicians’ understanding of different network layers and the testers they require. [ + ]

The new version of AS/NZS Wiring Rules 3000 is set to be released soon. Gary Busbridge, Standardisation Manager at Clipsal and Chair of the Australian and New Zealand committee responsible for the revision, provides an overview on the changes. [ + ]

Safe Work Australia's latest statistics show that the electricity, gas, water and waste services industries ranked fifth worst on the list of worker deaths by industry of workplace in year-to-date 2017. [ + ]

The electricity grid is currently going through a transitional period. The rise of distributed power generation is creating challenges as well as opportunities. In the article below, Reposit Power's CEO Dean Spaccavento talks about how networks and customers can work together to achieve a reliable and secure electricity system. [ + ]

Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) turns the 'best effort' nature of IP networks into reliable communication services. Tests are, however, needed to ensure optimal performance. [ + ]

Accidental electrocution continues to be a significant cause of occupational death. Personnel need to be provided with adequate safety training courses and managers, particularly those running smaller companies, convinced of the need for safety training. Amongst the highest rates of occupational deaths are engineering, construction, mining, fishing, agriculture and the forestry industries. [ + ]

The battery energy storage installations are rising and it's important for contractors to be mindful of the safety issues associated with the storage systems. [ + ]

The Australian data centre services market is growing at an astonishing speed, achieving a 12.4% compound annual growth rate (CAGR); and it is expected to reach an AU$2.055 billion market value by the year 2021. [ + ]