Clevertronics ELIFE economy lifelight
26 June, 2013 | Supplied by: Clevertronics Pty LtdThe Clevertronics ELIFE economy lifelight is a purpose-built LED emergency light that uses only 2.2 W. The units are specially designed using the latest in LED technology and are claimed therefore to deliver superior light output compared to conventional quartz-halogen fittings.
Wind farm myth busted
26 June, 2013The myth that renewable energy is pushing up Victorian power prices has been busted after modelling showed that renewable generation actually puts downward pressure on power prices.
Wave power project to conduct seabed survey
25 June, 2013Professional Diving Services has been engaged to conduct a detailed seabed survey for the proposed 62.5 MW wave power station off the Victorian coast, which will be the largest of its kind in the world.
TasWind feasibility study to go ahead
25 June, 2013 | Supplied by: Clean Energy CouncilHydro Tasmania has decided to proceed with a feasibility study for its proposed TasWind project on King Island after almost 59% of King Island residents voted in favour of the feasibility study proceeding.
Technology key to a smarter, cleaner energy future
20 June, 2013 | Supplied by: Clean Energy CouncilThe future Australian energy system will be smarter and cleaner, and will be affordable for consumers and environmentally responsible, CEC Chief Executive David Green told attendees at the Australian Energy and Utilities Summit.
Renewable Energy Master Plan receives industry support
13 June, 2013The City of Sydney’s new Renewable Energy Master Plan has been welcomed by both the Green Building Council of Australia and the Clean Energy Council.
Motoko Ishii lights up SPARC 2013
11 June, 2013 by Alice RichardCan lighting design have a social, environmental and cultural impact? Motoko Ishii believes it can.
SATEC eXpertPower Plus software
29 May, 2013 | Supplied by: SATEC (Australia) Pty LtdThe eXpertPower Plus software from SATEC provides a solution to control and manage energy data.
Solar panels as cheap as paint?
28 May, 2013Researchers are using organic materials to develop a new generation of photovoltaic cells that produce more power and cost less to manufacture than what’s available today.
ABB adds new inverter production line to Jo’burg facility
27 May, 2013 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdABB has announced that it will start producing central inverters at its Johannesburg facility in 2014 to support the rapidly growing local photovoltaic (PV) market and local content requirements.
Renewables are the light at the end of the power-price tunnel
22 May, 2013Investing in clean energy will maximise the economic potential for gas exports and ensure energy affordability for domestic users, CEC Chief Executive David Green has told a power and utilities conference in Sydney.
Clipsal realises savings through lighting upgrade
21 May, 2013 | Supplied by: Clipsal - by Schneider ElectricA lighting upgrade at the Clipsal by Schneider Electric manufacturing plant at Gepps Cross is expected to save an estimated $50,000 in energy costs each year.
Yhi Solar sheds light on Arnhemland
21 May, 2013Sydney-based Yhi Solar has joined forces with the Lirrwi Yolngu Tourism Aboriginal Corporation to solve power problems in north-east Arnhemland in the Northern Territory.
Philips’ Hue upgrade adds location-based features, timers and more
17 May, 2013 | Supplied by: SignifyPhilips’ latest Hue upgrade adds geofencing functionality, which means your smart device can detect when you or your family are approaching and trigger bulbs to turn on/off, change colour or change the light setting accordingly.
Australia’s largest flexible, plastic solar cells
16 May, 2013Scientists have produced the largest flexible, plastic solar cells in Australia - 10 times the size of what they were previously able to - thanks to a new solar cell printer that has been installed at CSIRO.
