Industry News
Vic Govt progresses new high-capacity transmission line
VNI West is a proposed new 500 kV, double-circuit overhead transmission line that will carry low-cost renewable power between NSW and Victoria. [ + ]
Teen worker injured after apparent powerline contact
WA's energy safety regulator is investigating an incident in which a teenager's garden equipment appears to have touched overhead powerlines. [ + ]
Govt, university and industry launch hybrid boat
A collaboration between Ampcontrol, Steber International and the University of Newcastle has successfully completed the first round of testing on a 43-foot hybrid vessel. [ + ]
Opera House partners with Honeywell for top sustainability rating
The SOH is one of the first UNESCO World Heritage-listed buildings to receive a 6 Star Green Star rating. [ + ]
Energy Next releases full program for July event
Expert presentations and panel discussions will explore solar PV, energy storage, hydrogen and ammonia, VPPs, EVs, microgrids, wind energy and energy data. [ + ]
Search on for top tradies
The inaugural Australian Trades Small Business Champion Awards celebrate the vital contribution that trade business owners make to the local community. [ + ]
Vic agencies issue solar warning
In 2022, Energy Safe investigated 44 solar PV system fires, most of which occurred in systems that had not been serviced within the previous two years. [ + ]
Clean energy partnership to increase flow battery options
Energy storage company Redflow has announced the successful integration of its batteries with the Sunsynk range of hybrid inverters. [ + ]
Qld Electrical Safety Act to be overhauled
Queenslanders are invited to respond to key issues identified in a review of the Act, with their feedback determining what changes will be made. [ + ]
MEA responds to federal Budget
Master Electricians Australia is encouraging the government to think 'out of the box' when it comes to energy incentives. [ + ]
R U OK? creates campaign for young apprentices
Mateship is the focus of a new mental health campaign for apprentices and trainees. [ + ]
Companies partner to distribute UPS locally
IPD and Delta Electronics have announced their partnership for the distribution of uninterruptible power supplies in the Australian market. [ + ]
Energy team weathers Tropical Cyclone Ilsa
On 13 April, the Cat 5 Tropical Cyclone Ilsa hit the WA coast, leaving the Telfer gold and copper mine in its direct path. A small crew remained onsite. [ + ]
Union welcomes support for workers affected by energy transition
The national Net Zero Authority will help workers in emissions-intensive sectors to access new employment and skills. [ + ]
Schoolkids help light up remote communities
Qld students are working in teams to assemble solar light systems that can provide enough energy to light up a large room in a typical family home, as well as charge several devices. [ + ]
