Industry News
Kmart hits 100% renewable electricity target
The retailer has achieved 100% renewable electricity across all of its operations — part of a commitment to achieve net zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030. [ + ]
Safety recall for light kit sold at Bunnings
WA's electrical safety regulator is investigating why the product packaging incorrectly showed an RCM when the items inside were unapproved and dangerous. [ + ]
Major substation launched at Western Sydney Aerotropolis
The substation is part of a staged rollout of energy infrastructure, including nearly $320m in new substations, high-voltage feeders and a switching station. [ + ]
Industry calls for action on data centres
With data centres set to increase in Australia, an alliance of concerned groups is urging the government to ensure that these enterprises operate responsibly. [ + ]
Smart tech rules at Taiwan's major security event
Secutech 2026 will showcase technologies across smart living, public safety, industrial protection, AIoT integration and disaster resilience. [ + ]
Making Australian data centres more sustainable
In anticipation of the AI boom, a major project aims to optimise energy use and emissions in the nation's data centres. [ + ]
Exploring grid security in a high-renewables era
Australian researchers have identified critical technical, regulatory and economic issues that must be addressed to ensure grid stability. [ + ]
$39.5m boost for electrical training in Qld
As part of its Energy Roadmap, the Queensland Government has launched an open-air overhead network training yard at Rocklea. [ + ]
Hallett battery project launched in SA
Owned and developed by EnergyAustralia, the Hallett BESS will be built alongside the existing Hallett gas-fired power station. [ + ]
Contractor forced to pay $80K for breaching workplace laws
A Canberra electrical contracting business and its director must pay more than $80K following investigation by the Fair Work Ombudsman. [ + ]
Clean Energy Council to update battery specs
Businesses that manufacture, buy or install batteries are urged to find out how the transition affects them. [ + ]
Infrastructure software company Neara raises $90m
The Australian company, which specialises in physics-enabled digital twin modelling for critical infrastructure, will use the funding to solve global infrastructure challenges. [ + ]
Energy regulator gives verdict on Project Marinus
Tasmania and Victoria's planned energy and communications upgrade has taken another step forward. [ + ]
Osmose acquires WA's Mainswest
The acquisition will expand Osmose Australia's capability across underground, electrical and telecommunications services. [ + ]
Funding available for battery tech training
The Australian and Queensland Governments are providing $2.4 million in Applied Research Grants to build Qld's future workforce in critical industries. [ + ]
