Go Green in the City semifinalists announced
25 May, 2016 | Supplied by: Schneider ElectricSchneider Electric has selected 100 teams for the semifinals of its sixth annual Go Green in the City student competition. Launched in 2011, the competition provides business and engineering students (second-year undergraduate or higher) with a powerful opportunity to showcase innovative energy management ideas for smarter cities.
Brightgreen D550 SHX Curve downlight and T550 H Curve track light
23 May, 2016 | Supplied by: Brightgreen Pty LtdBrightgreen has added more fittings to its Surface Series range of interior lights. The D550 SHX Curve downlight and T550 H Curve track light expand upon the range of surface-mounted LEDs, providing flexible track and surface-mounted luminaires for areas that require precision lighting.
GreenSync launches pluggable technology for energy grids
19 May, 2016 | Supplied by: GreenSync Pty LtdAustralian company GreenSync has unveiled new technology to enable grids to operate above 80% renewable penetration.
World's 'most efficient' solar cells developed
18 May, 2016A research team at UNSW has made a major breakthrough in terms of improving solar cell efficiency, according to recent reports.
R.STAHL 6002 and 6402 series LED lighting
18 May, 2016 | Supplied by: Control Logic Pty LtdControl Logic has released the 6002 and 6402 series of LED lighting from R.STAHL that is suitable for nearly any environment. Explosion proof and energy efficient, the fittings are suitable for general lighting such as ceiling installation, pendant lights or pole lighting in zones 1, 21, 2 and 22.
ERCO Cantax recessed LED luminaire
17 May, 2016 | Supplied by: ERCO Lighting Pte LtdERCO has added to its range of track spotlights with the Cantax recessed LED luminaire, which is suitable for commercial spaces and available as a spotlight, floodlight and lens wallwasher.
SPARC Design 2016 registrations open
16 May, 2016The annual SPARC Design event is on again, being held as part of the ever-growing Vivid Sydney festival.
Redback Technologies inverters
12 May, 2016 | Supplied by: Redback Technologies AustraliaRedback Technologies is launching a second generation version of its smart hybrid inverter and a family of grid-tie inverters. The products utilise the Internet of Things and cloud technology to give household and commercial users more options.
Osram in control of Eurovision
12 May, 2016 | Supplied by: Osram Australia Pty LtdThis year's Eurovision Song Contest has given viewers the power to light up landmarks and living rooms in colours that indicate what they think of the current song.
CP Electronics UHS7 and UHS5 lighting control apps
11 May, 2016 | Supplied by: mySmartmySmartCTI has introduced apps, developed by CP Electronics, which provide users with programming and broad functionality for lighting control direct from a mobile phone.
All-Energy Australia registrations open in June
09 May, 2016Make a note if you're thinking about attending the All-Energy Australia conference and exhibition this year — delegate registrations for the event will open on 20 June.
Lightening the load
06 May, 2016The Light Bulb Saver app shows users how choosing energy-efficient lights can help save money. Aimed firmly at the householder, it helps identify the best light bulbs to replace incandescent and halogen bulbs — and what savings can be achieved by transitioning to LED or CFL light sources. It also provides tips for choosing the right lighting for each room in a house.
New authority needed to transform Australian electricity system
05 May, 2016Greens MP Adam Bandt says the Australian energy system is in need of a new statutory authority. He has introduced the Renew Australia Bill 2016 into the House of Representatives to support this endeavour ahead of the upcoming federal election.
Battery storage installation guidelines welcomed
04 May, 2016New battery storage installation guidelines developed by the Clean Energy Council are being hailed as a welcome step on Australia's path to a low-emissions future, according to Minister for the Environment Greg Hunt.
Will OLED lighting disrupt or disappear?
03 May, 2016 by Dr Khasha Ghaffarzadeh, Head of Consulting, IDTechEx | Supplied by: IDTechEx ResearchOLED lighting technology has faced a difficult challenge in the form of inorganic LEDs. The challenge was that LED lighting got there first and leveraged its accumulated production experience to improve performance and reduce costs. This created a large gap between the two technologies that shows no signs of narrowing.
