Industry News
Renewable energy infrastructure must be built at 'warp speed': report
The Centre for Policy Development is pushing for a major acceleration of renewable energy infrastructure in Australia in order to meet domestic energy demand. [ + ]
Putting next-gen solar to the test
UNSW's Professor Martin Green, the 'father of modern solar', is trialling next-gen solar panels at a new facility in Manly Vale, Sydney. [ + ]
igus seeks collaboration with interested engineers
The Cologne-based motion plastics specialist is looking for companies to test-drive its new compact energy chain. [ + ]
Aust Govt backs 19 major renewable projects
Servicing the NEM, the projects are intended to supply electricity for 4 million Australian households by 2030. [ + ]
Vic applauded for electrical apprenticeship initiative
Over the next four years, the SEC Apprenticeship Academy will offer 2000 electrical trade apprenticeships. [ + ]
$90K fine follows electric shock sentence appeal
A civil construction company has been convicted and had its fine increased to $90,000 after a pipe layer suffered an electric shock. [ + ]
Australian electricians join RedEarth team
To better support its installer partners, the Queensland-based energy storage company has expanded its customer service team to 12 staff. [ + ]
NSW makes significant commitment to renewable power
The state government is seeking enough new generation to power one-third of NSW homes, along with 12 GWh of long-duration storage. [ + ]
Hands-on skills are critical to energy industry: report
Australian productivity will suffer without investment in skilled energy workers, according to Powering Skills Organisation. [ + ]
Rewiring Australia calls for the 'right to plug in'
A new proposal from Rewiring Australia has advocated for the right of renters to plug in their own portable solar panels and batteries. [ + ]
SA gains three new solar farms
Featuring anti-hail modules and Australian steel, each project combines a 6–7 MW solar array with a 15 MWh BESS. [ + ]
$1.51m to boost EV charging for apartments
The ARENA funding will support the rollout of ReadySteadyPlug's EV charging service in apartments and strata buildings across Australia. [ + ]
Residents receive electric shocks after wiring error
The electrician who attended the property has been hit with a $5000 fine. [ + ]
Stuart Fleming to lead LAPP's Aust Harnessing Division
The electrical engineer brings more than 30 years' experience to his new role, and has a track record in building and scaling high-performance production environments. [ + ]
New Schneider appointee to manage partnerships and distribution in Aust
Roland Juenemann will lead Schneider Electric's channel strategy across IT partners, electrical wholesalers, system integrators and national accounts. [ + ]
