mySmart EBMPIR 360° presence detector
16 April, 2010 byThe EBMPIR 360° presence detector measures just 28 mm across (ceiling-mounted model is 38 mm).
Intelligent motor control to maximise HVAC efficiency
08 April, 2010Because HVAC systems comprise a large amount of a building’s operating costs, it makes sense to ensure these systems are running as efficiently as possible. The key to identifying the energy-savings opportunities in HVAC systems is understanding the operating electrical profile of the system as it pertains to heating and cooling.
Debate over effectiveness of heat pumps
30 March, 2010A water-heating company claims that the Gas Alliance is misleading homeowners about the effectiveness of heat pumps as an energy-efficient means to heat domestic water.
Sylvania Lighting SYLrecycle lamp recycling program
26 March, 2010Fertiliser and housing insulation are two of the by-products produced through Sylvania Lighting’s SYLrecycle lamp recycling program. The program provides a safe and environmentally friendly lamp recycling process.
Eaton Industries SC200 V3 power system controller
16 December, 2009 byThe SC200 V3, from Eaton’s Smarter Energy range, is a power system controller for telecommunications network operators. It features automated, site energy-control options that could save energy costs with two site-programmable options that enhance network energy control.
Halogen heaters
09 July, 2009 bySilver halogen heaters create directed heat efficiently in a single, self-contained fitting, making them suited to a wide range of environments.
Ten tips to reduce carbon emissions using videoconferencing
22 May, 2009Tandberg presents 10 ways to help reduce carbon emissions by deploying videoconferencing.
Program to ‘green’ existing commercial buildings in ACT
07 May, 2009Canberra continues to lead the nation in greening the built environment with the announcement of a $2 million program to ‘green’ existing office buildings.
Energy-efficient air conditioning
02 February, 2009The MSZ-FB series of inverter split air conditioners are rated between 2.5 and 5 kW output and feature an ‘i-See’ sensor and ‘plasma duo’ filters for high energy efficiency and quiet operation.
Climate monitoring
01 October, 2008The Saveris automated climate measurement system measures and documents temperature and humidity values in buildings, server rooms, production facilities and where climate-sensitive items are stored such as medicines, foodstuffs and in museums.
Concerns over electrical and electronic waste
27 February, 2008 by Paul Stathis, EditorLiving in a world where technology constantly changes, society has become accustomed to replacing electrical and electronic equipment faster than ever
