Industry News
Signify to acquire GLG's Pierlite business
The Board of Gerard Lighting Group (GLG) has signed a contract for the sale of GLG's Pierlite business to lighting and technology company Signify. [ + ]
Vic surges ahead in clean energy uptake
Victoria experienced the biggest jump in renewable energy generation of anywhere in Australia in 2021, according to new data released by the Climate Council. [ + ]
Qld Govt stresses importance of energy careers
With a new intake of Ergon apprentices in Rockhampton, the Qld Govt has underlined the importance of energy careers. [ + ]
Rapid solar expansion in WA
Western Australia's solar uptake has grown over 600% since 2011, with residential solar output now exceeding the state's largest power station. [ + ]
Increasing distributed energy in low-voltage networks
New technology is being developed that could reduce the need to build costly distribution grid infrastructure. [ + ]
$20K penalty for hazardous electrical error
Electricians have been warned not to cut corners when checking their work after a dangerous error at a WA building site. [ + ]
Free advice to make the construction industry safer
WorkSafe Victoria is running a program for employers to help make the construction industry safer. [ + ]
Review into WA power outage begins
An independent review into power outages that affected communities in WA has commenced. [ + ]
Drill rig contacts overhead powerline, prompts warning
The NSW Resources Regulator has issued a safety alert, warning machinery operators to take care when working near overhead powerlines. [ + ]
Mining sector 'drops ball' on COVID safety
Mining companies have failed to maintain COVID-19 control measures, according to the Mining and Energy Union. [ + ]
Fines and prosecutions for unlicensed electricians
Almost 250 people have been prosecuted or fined by Energy Safe Victoria (ESV) over energy-related incidents in the past year. [ + ]
Electric shock death by DIY device
The electric shock death of a WA man while handling a high-voltage homemade device has prompted warnings about the dangers of unlicensed electrical work. [ + ]
COVID-19 notification requirements change
WorkSafe Victoria no longer requires notification by employers if a COVID-19 positive worker attends their workplace. [ + ]
'Solar 30 30 30' goal for Australia
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency is providing $40 million for the development of solar PV technology. [ + ]
What happens when employees are COVID-19 positive?
Many workplaces have been impacted by the rapid increase of COVID-19 Omicron cases and the associated isolation periods. [ + ]
