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Smart homes in a post-pandemic world
What changes will 'the new normal' bring for the home automation industry? [ + ]
A spotlight on the safety elements of the AS/NZS 61439 standard
The long-awaited AS/NZS 61439 standard was mandated on 24 May 2021, meaning all switchboard builders and electrical contractors across ANZ must now comply. [ + ]
Australia breaks PV system install record in 2020
Over 362,000 rooftop solar PV installations were issued with small-scale renewable energy scheme certificates under the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme. [ + ]
Energy Next: connecting market-leading technologies with the clean energy sector
An exciting clean energy event is coming to ICC Sydney on 13–14 July 2021. [ + ]
Multimode fibre vs singlemode fibre vs copper: a battle you can't lose
When it comes to new technology, there have been some great battles over the years. Records vs cassettes, CDs vs MP3 players, fax vs email. The list goes on. [ + ]
Single pair ethernet useful in buildings
Single pair ethernet is creating high expectations. Where can the new technology unroll its benefits? [ + ]
Cleaning up renewable energy
A University of South Australia researcher is helping to establish a lifetime stewardship scheme to manage renewable energy waste from solar panels. [ + ]
Edge computing's driving role in digital transformation
New trends emphasise the importance of edge data centres and the need for much faster connections. [ + ]
New plan to make room on grid for more home solar and batteries
The Australian Energy Market Commission has released a draft determination on how to integrate more small-scale solar into the electricity grid. [ + ]
Australian home owners install batteries at record rates
COVID-19 has failed to dampen enthusiasm for solar storage in Australia, with more than 31,000 batteries installed in homes around the country during 2020. [ + ]
RCD innovation promises electrical safety improvements
A new residual current device (RCD) technology promises to reduce fire and arc flash risk and eliminate active to earth short circuits. [ + ]
Committing to cabling compliance
In Australia, cabling regulations are mandated under the Telecommunications Act, ensuring that installers, products and installations meet stringent criteria. [ + ]
Access in the age of digital buildings
Home and workplace security has become paramount over the last 12 months, but what has it meant for the security industry? [ + ]
Seniors and smart homes: bridging the divide
Readily available off-the-shelf smart home devices can support the wellbeing and independence of older Australians according to new research. [ + ]
Pushing what's possible in the data centre
We've seen the unprecedented increase of network capacity in both scale and scope driven by market demand in 2020. [ + ]
