Industry News
New battery training course
GSES has developed a new battery training course. [ + ]
CEFC and Origin partner to drive uptake of solar energy
A 12-year $100 million financial commitment between the CEFC and Origin has been developed to encourage the use of solar energy in Australia. [ + ]
Lighting controls company looking for partners
Billion Electric, a provider of lighting control solutions and power supply products in the Asia Pacific region, is looking for partners to enter the smart lighting and energy markets in Southeast Asia. [ + ]
Massive vehicle auction for tradies
If you're looking to buy a commercial vehicle then head over to Manheim's auction centre in Melbourne on Monday, 20 July at 10 am. [ + ]
Heavy vehicle modification requirement changes
Heavy vehicle operators should be aware that the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) requirement that all J and P code modifications be certified by a licensed authorised vehicle examiner (AVE) became enforceable from 1 July this year, according to Roads and Maritime Services (RMS). [ + ]
Massive 'tradie day' commercial vehicle auction
If you've got an RDO on Monday 20 July and happen to live in Melbourne, you could do a whole lot worse than head on down to Manheim's North Altona auction centre for a massive 'tradie day' commercial vehicle auction. [ + ]
Toyota Fleet Management commits to the capital
Toyota Fleet Management (TFM) has appointed Sarah Hanrahan as fleet sales manager for the Australian Capital Territory, to provide on-the-ground representation and better access to its mix of innovative products and trusted advice. [ + ]
Electrical safety switch campaign launched
Electrical contractors are being encouraged to take advantage of resources from a new safety switch campaign to help their customers understand common misconceptions to prevent death or serious injury from electric shock. [ + ]
Financial incentive to go green
The National Australia Bank (NAB) and Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) have joined forces to make it easier for small to medium-sized businesses to implement energy efficiency and renewable energy upgrades. [ + ]
Nearly 3000 jobs to be slashed in NSW electricity sector
Almost 3000 NSW workers may lose their jobs and be forced to take redundancies from September under the plans of three publicly owned electricity companies. [ + ]
Super-efficient light bulbs win international competition
Two companies with LED light bulbs that are over 80% more efficient than comparable incandescent light bulbs have been recognised for their innovation in new technology. [ + ]
Trends affecting the Aussie labour market
The sold-out Future of Work event at this year's Vivid Sydney festival explored the many ways the nature of careers is changing and how Australia compares on the world stage. [ + ]
Wave power inspired by nature
A wave power unit inspired by the movements of undersea plants is expected to advance the renewable wave energy industry in Australia. [ + ]
Wearable sensors on the way
Science fiction gadgets are coming closer to being a reality with the news that wearable sensor patches that detect UV radiation and dangerous toxic gases such as hydrogen and nitrogen dioxide are on the way. [ + ]
Ultralow-power circuit improves efficiency of energy harvesting to over 80%
MIT researchers have developed an ultralow-power circuit they say can power electronic devices using solar energy that could fuel the growth of the Internet of Things. [ + ]