Industry News
ACT outlines plans to electrify, reduce emissions
The ACT's commitment to reduced emissions and electrifying its economy has been welcomed by the National Electrical and Communications Association. [ + ]
School smart light upgrades a boost for tradies
The NSW Government has said that its lighting upgrade program for public schools will also support tradies as they recover from the pandemic. [ + ]
The dangers of switched main neutral conductors
WorkSafe Queensland is reminding electricians to take greater care with main neutral conductors. [ + ]
Shoddy solar installers fined by regulator
Almost 150 infringement notices have been issued by Energy Safe Victoria for the incorrect or unsafe installation of solar panels over the past 15 months. [ + ]
Hazardous theatre lights recalled
A recall has been issued for a range of portable theatre lights sold in WA. [ + ]
Construction industry closed, protests in Melbourne
The Victorian Government has closed the construction industry for two weeks, due to COVID transmission concerns. [ + ]
Safer solar after industry review
A Clean Energy Regulator review into the solar sector will result in a safer, more level playing field, according to NECA. [ + ]
Legal challenge to Vic's electric vehicle tax
A case has been filed by two drivers against the controversial electric vehicle tax in Victoria. [ + ]
Baby narrowly avoids electrocution
A 10-month-old baby has narrowly escaped serious injury, after making contact with live parts of a damaged power supply. [ + ]
Lockdown "shattering" trade businesses: NECA
The extension of Victoria's lockdown has been very damaging to small and medium trade businesses, according to NECA. [ + ]
Construction COVID compliance blitz in Victoria
A four-week blitz will be carried out on Victorian construction sites to ensure that they remain COVID safe. [ + ]
4.5-star NABERS rating for Erskine Park data centre
Digital Realty's Sydney Erskine Park data centre infrastructure has achieved a 4.5-star NABERS Energy rating. [ + ]
ARBS postponed until August 2022
Concerns about COVID-19 outbreaks have led ARBS Exhibitions to reschedule the event to 16–18 August 2022. [ + ]
Sexual harassment rates higher in resources sector
More needs to be done to prevent sexual harassment in the resources and energy sector, according to Australian Resources and Energy Group AMMA. [ + ]
Renewables driving National Electricity Market
Renewables are now playing a big part in ensuring a reliable supply of electricity in the National Electricity Market (NEM). [ + ]
