Industry News
CSIRO assists SMEs working in renewables
CSIRO has opened up its 'Innovate to Grow' program for small to medium enterprises working in clean energy, including electrification and energy storage. [ + ]
Electrical safety laws set to change in Qld
The Queensland Government has introduced the Electrical Safety and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2024. [ + ]
Smart home training facility opens at TAFE Qld
The new centre aims to "bridge the gap between traditional electrical work and the future of home technology". [ + ]
Govt launches National Battery Strategy
With global demand for batteries likely to quadruple by 2030, the strategy maps out the ways Australia can take advantage of this growth. [ + ]
Redback Technologies returns following voluntary administration
The Brisbane-based renewable energy business has been acquired by fintech company Australia Ebon Group. [ + ]
Siemens to support Gippsland's energy transition
Siemens has signed a memorandum of understanding with Marathon Group, a long-term renewable energy developer in Victoria's Gippsland region. [ + ]
Govt expands energy apprenticeships program
From 1 June 2024, the program will be broadened to include sectors such as housing construction, automotive and advanced manufacturing. [ + ]
WA funnels a further $500m into energy transition
This builds on more than $4 billion committed over the past 12 months to invest in wind generation, battery systems and the grid. [ + ]
Low-orbit satellites help out electrical crews
SA Power Networks is accelerating the rollout of Starlink satellite technology for crews working in regional and remote areas. [ + ]
$3.6 million in shared solar for ACT apartments
The Australian and ACT Governments have announced an initiative that will enable more than 2100 Canberra apartment residents to receive shared solar. [ + ]
Budget 2024: energy experts respond
Following last night's federal Budget, experts have offered their analysis of the energy policies put forward by Treasurer Jim Chalmers. [ + ]
Ampcontrol and Siemens partner on renewable energy solutions
Under the agreement, Ampcontrol will become the exclusive Australian supplier for solutions designed around Siemens' SINAMICS S120 inverters. [ + ]
Retailers caught selling unapproved electrical appliances
People are advised to check for the Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM), which appears as a tick in a triangle, on all household electrical appliances. [ + ]
SA announces smart residential energy trial
500 South Australian households will take part in the $13.8 million project, which will explore the use of consumer energy resources in a real-world setting. [ + ]
Western Power welcomes new apprentices
The move comes as the WA Government reaffirms its commitment to developing the state's energy sector workforce. [ + ]
