Industry News
New roadmap for Aust energy transition
CSIRO has released its roadmap highlighting the research required to continue Australia's transition to a more secure and affordable electricity system. [ + ]
Boom year for Aust battery energy storage
Australia's battery boom continues with another record-breaking year for our energy storage capacity, according to a new report. [ + ]
Split-second risk of arc flash
WorkSafe Qld has released a new film highlighting the danger of arc flash, which can cause serious burns, injury and death. [ + ]
Melting downlights investigated in Bondi Junction apartments
In August 2021, Lighting Council Australia reported to New South Wales Fair Trading that light fittings in a Bondi Junction apartment building were melting and smouldering. [ + ]
Australia's Aurtra acquired by Schneider Electric
Schneider Electric stated that the investment strengthens its position as a reference digital provider of services across the full electrical distribution value chain. [ + ]
Street lighting forum at IPWC
The International Public Works Conference will feature three emerging technology forums, including the Street Lighting & Smart Controls (SLSC) Forum. [ + ]
EV smart-charging trial in Australian homes
AGL and the Australian Renewable Energy Agency have completed 200 installations of electric vehicle smart chargers in homes across four states. [ + ]
Qld Govt announces multimillion-dollar EV package
The Queensland Government has announced a $55 million package that includes thousands of dollars in clean energy transport incentives. [ + ]
Electrical industry excellence awards close 29 April
MEA's National Excellence Awards showcase the outstanding work of individuals and businesses in Australia. [ + ]
Distribution-grid-scale battery storage system completed in Qld
Electrical engineering firm NOJA Power has completed construction of the Black River Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), designed by Australian engineering consultants Yurika. [ + ]
Strategic partnership drives sustainability through IoT
Radix IoT and Techstream Systems have teamed up to expand Radix IoT's Mango platform across the APAC region. [ + ]
Product recall for tradies' portable power board
Use of the defective power board carries the risk of electric shock, electrocution and fire. [ + ]
Breakthrough for wireless charging
A new charging system can charge devices placed anywhere within a ring around it. [ + ]
How climate change will disrupt Australian electricity networks
A new report from Energy Networks Australia aims to build climate change resilience in the electricity sector. [ + ]
Collaboration delivers next-gen networking to tenants and residents
Property owners will be able to turn their apartment buildings into smart homes, with residents able to connect to thousands of devices across hundreds of brands. [ + ]
