Industry News
Skilling up for Australia's energy transition
Engineers Australia has partnered with Energy Networks Australia to build the engineering skills pool required for a smooth transition to renewable energy. [ + ]
WA unveils new EV policy
The WA Government has produced a new policy to prepare the state for electric vehicle charging infrastructure, especially in new builds. [ + ]
Australia's newest smart city invites EOI
Leading technology providers are invited to submit expressions of interest for digital telecommunication opportunities at Bradfield City Centre. [ + ]
TasNetworks opts for specialist cable solution
The network operator has worked with Amokabel to provide a solution in an area previously known for vegetation-related outages. [ + ]
"New era" for Aust solar installers and designers
Solar Accreditation Australia has been appointed as the new solar accreditation scheme operator under the govt's Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme. [ + ]
Boosting women in solar
Brighte, exclusive administrator of the $50m Energy Saver Loan Scheme, has announced the two recipients of its Women in Energy Scholarships in Tasmania. [ + ]
Ground broken for Osaka data centre
Following a traditional jichinsai groundbreaking ceremony, AirTrunk has begun construction of its 20 MW data centre in west Osaka. [ + ]
Ampcontrol keeps it local with offshore wind venture
Ampcontrol is partnering with offshore wind developer Destiny Wind on a proposed floating wind farm off the NSW Hunter Coast. [ + ]
ABB appoints new Australian distributor
Amber Technology, a company distributing high-tech audiovisual solutions, has been chosen to be a technical distributor for ABB in Australia. [ + ]
Synergy apprentice receives prestigious award
Chelsea Smith, a third-year electrical instrument fitter apprentice, was commended for her outstanding work ethic and trade skills competency. [ + ]
Saul Griffith to kick off community energy event
The Community Energy Congress in March will bring together leaders from communities, government, infrastructure companies and business. [ + ]
Vic apartments get solar boost
A joint initiative of the Australian and Victorian Governments will bring more affordable solar panels to Victorian apartment buildings. [ + ]
Ampcontrol welcomes largest apprentice cohort yet
Undertaken over a nominal four-year period, the Apprentice Program combines part-time study with structured work experience. [ + ]
What can be learnt from Victoria's severe storm event?
Experts have offered insights into the extreme disruption of Victoria's power system last week, suggesting how such damage might be mitigated in future. [ + ]
Bat-related outages still a problem in SA
Adelaide's rapidly growing grey-headed flying fox colony continues to present a challenge for SA Power Networks, especially at this time of year. [ + ]