Industry News
EnergyAustralia to build 50 MW battery in SA
The Hallett Battery Energy Storage System will be able to power up to 81,000 homes and small businesses for four hours. [ + ]
Aquatic centre fined following electric shock
A Queensland aquatic centre has been fined $85,000 after one of its workers contacted overhead powerlines with a pool-cleaning tool. [ + ]
Lighting Council Australia protests new LED rules
Australia's peak lighting body is warning that the proposed rules will reduce energy savings, increase consumer prices and reduce consumer choice. [ + ]
$206 million in energy upgrades for NSW
Social housing and apartment residents will benefit from a major electrification initiative, jointly funded by the NSW and Australian Governments. [ + ]
Electrician loses licences following criminal acts
A Perth electrician has received a criminal conviction for indecent acts committed while working at a customer's home. [ + ]
Another leap forward for WA big battery
WA's energy transition has reached another milestone with the installation of battery systems at Kwinana Battery Stage Two. [ + ]
NSW to receive 25 MW solar farm c/o Google
The solar farm will help advance Google's 2030 goal to run off 24/7 carbon-free energy wherever it operates. [ + ]
Call for sparkies after Cyclone Jasper
Ergon Energy is calling for electricians to help the utility safely restore power to Queenslanders impacted by Tropical Cyclone Jasper by Christmas. [ + ]
Aust electrical engineers can now use EPLAN software
The platform's engineering design software tools enable electrical, automation and mechatronic engineers to streamline their processes. [ + ]
Big battery coming to Vic coal country
The battery energy storage system is the latest asset to receive development approval for Vic-based renewable energy retailer Flow Power. [ + ]
62K smart streetlights coming to regional NSW
The upgrade should improve efficiency and safety while reducing the impact of light pollution on native flora and fauna. [ + ]
Energy Australia prepares for scorching summer
The utility's multimillion-dollar readiness program includes upgrades, maintenance and the introduction of renewable energy assets. [ + ]
Fresh talent for WA energy industry
A new cohort of apprentices and university and business traineeship students has graduated at Western Power. [ + ]
Coastal camera network helps keep beachgoers safe
The network aids in the early detection of people in difficulty and can provide real-time updates from the State Operations Centre to those patrolling the beach. [ + ]
Repair job leads to fatal electrocution
An incident being investigated by WorkSafe Qld has underlined the dangers of working in proximity to underground cables. [ + ]
