Industry News
AEMC overhauls grid connection rules to cater for AI, renewables
The Commission is seeking feedback on managing the growth of large-scale electricity users such as data centres and hydrogen electrolysers. [ + ]
NSW Govt plans first 'urban renewable energy zone'
The Illawarra is described as being uniquely suited for a REZ, thanks to the region's major infrastructure, skilled workforce and strong interest in renewable energy projects. [ + ]
NBN Co accelerates in race to net zero
NBN Co has announced several measures to speed up its greenhouse gas reduction, including bringing forward its net-zero target from 2050 to 2045. [ + ]
Worker fined for unlicensed electrical work
A Perth man has been fined for completing an entire switchboard relocation without holding any type of electrical licence. [ + ]
Contractor fined after apprentice receives electric shock
No supervising electrical worker was present when a second-year electrical apprentice was installing exit lights at a property in Forrestfield, WA. [ + ]
Marinus Link one step closer to construction
An agreement with global consultancy company Jacobs is set to ramp up construction of the proposed undersea electricity and data interconnector between Tas and Vic. [ + ]
Siemens appoints Teck Global as value-added reseller in Australia
The appointment of Perth-based Teck Global follows several successful collaborations on recent projects with Siemens. [ + ]
AEMC's final rule aims to make grid more resilient
The Australian Energy Market Commission has created a final rule explicitly focused on making the electricity grid more resistant to extreme weather. [ + ]
Business fined for refusing to provide electrical information
A WA construction business has been fined $6000 for disregarding an official request to provide information during an electrical compliance investigation. [ + ]
Ampcontrol honours departing CEO
After a 25-year career with the company, Rod Henderson is moving on from his role as Managing Director and CEO. [ + ]
Australian switchgear to support Ukraine
NOJA Power OSM Reclosers will enable remote control of energy networks in areas heavily affected by land mines. [ + ]
MEA welcomes election result; calls for further action
While praising Labor government commitments, including apprenticeship subsidies and asset tax write-offs, Master Electricians Australia says more can be done. [ + ]
Milestone for Collie battery project
All 640 batteries and 160 inverters are now in place at Synergy's Collie Battery Energy Storage System in WA. [ + ]
Will a nuclear future be good for Australia?
Drawing on years of experience in the global nuclear market, climate tech founder Jack Curtis shares his viewpoint with ECD. [ + ]
Risky electrical installation leads to $4K fine
A WA electrician has received a $4000 fine after he failed to install an essential safety feature at a house that was under construction. [ + ]
