Lighting for harsh environments
09 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Thorn Lighting Pty Limited
The ImpactForce II fluorescent light fitting takes its name from the high-impact polycarbonate diffuser that is able to withstand high impacts of up to IK07 and continue to operate.
Data centre power consumption monitors
09 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Interworld Electronics and Computer Industries
The WTI BPM and MPC series rack mount power distribution units (PDUs) meter and report total kWh energy consumption, enabling users to know how much the IT equipment contributes to the data centre utility bill.
Weatherproof T8 battens
09 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Osram Australia Pty Ltd
The Neptune ‘Fit & Forget’ series weatherproof fluorescent lighting battens are designed for long life and low maintenance, utilising the Osram Lumilux XXT T8 lamp with a claimed lamp life of up to 75,000 h.
Reducing energy consumption at a large power station
09 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Maser Communications
A large power station in NSW recently finalised an agreement with Maser Communications to supply LEDpak and SafeSite industrial LED lighting fixtures, manufactured by Dialight, to fit out their power station on a progressive basis for all future general area and task lighting applications.
Floodlights with glare control
08 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Eye Lighting Australia Pty Ltd
The Horo series high-efficiency floodlights are available with broad and narrow distribution reflectors and a range of high-output (1-2 kW) lamp options.
LED driver
08 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Soanar Limited
The RCD series constant current LED drivers, manufactured by Recom, have been extended to provide up to 1200 mA to power the next generation of high-brightness LEDs.
Public comment sought on proposed ACT solar power facility
18 June, 2009
Public consultation sessions have been scheduled in Canberra on the proposed ACT solar power facility.
Energy harvesting market outlook
12 June, 2009
Presentations at a recent Energy Harvesting conference suggest that a number of innovative means to harvest energy to provide alternate electrical energy sources could become a reality in the near future.
Major development in solar power rooftop energy source
11 June, 2009
A transparent thin film barrier, currently used to protect flat panel TVs from moisture, could become the basis for flexible solar panels in the future that would be installed on roofs like shingles.
Energy Frontier Research Centre established
04 June, 2009
A centre to study new solar materials by combining predictive theory with experiment is being established in the US to drive innovation in alternative energy sources.
Australian invention for smart energy use
02 June, 2009
An invention by Latrobe University's Centre for Technology Infusion that enables energy users to monitor and mange their electricity consumption has been listed as a finalist in the Innovic International Next Big Thing Awards.
Ten tips to reduce carbon emissions using videoconferencing
22 May, 2009
Tandberg presents 10 ways to help reduce carbon emissions by deploying videoconferencing.
Australian government bill on green jobs and technology
21 May, 2009
At the most recent COAG meeting, the federal government's renewable energy target scheme, which could boost Australia's investment in renewable energy by $20 billion, was endorsed by the council.
New solar panel surge expected as rebates close and new round of installations begins
19 May, 2009
The government's solar energy rebate scheme has been instrumental in thousands of residential solar energy systems being installed over the past year, but its impending close is expected to accelerate the uptake of these systems in the coming months.
Program to ‘green’ existing commercial buildings in ACT
07 May, 2009
Canberra continues to lead the nation in greening the built environment with the announcement of a $2 million program to ‘green’ existing office buildings.
