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Maximising efficiency for the future power grid
With the rapid uptake of renewables and alternative means of power, there has been a push to design a more effective power grid. [ + ]
Smart tech minimises power outages in homes
Smart technology that allows utility companies to better serve dwellings and communities affected by power outages has been designed by researchers. [ + ]
Increased solar power output after COVID-19 lockdown
The worldwide shutdown during the COVID-19 pandemic saw a marked increase in solar power output, a new study has found. [ + ]
Funding to fix unstable energy grids
A study that will explore how to manage unstable and weak parts of the electricity grid has just received funding from ARENA. [ + ]
How digital marketing could save your electrical business
During a period when businesses have experienced huge disruption, a fresh digital marketing approach could provide competitive advantage for electricians. [ + ]
Accommodating renewable energy on the grid
In order to use renewable energy to its fullest potential, electrical infrastructure needs to be upgraded to support the increase in supply. [ + ]
Electrical vehicle-to-grid trial held in ACT
One of the largest electric vehicle (EV) vehicle-to-grid (V2G) trials in the world is about to be held in Canberra. [ + ]
Top 10 data centre trends for 2025
The top 10 trends expected for data centres in the year 2025 have recently been released by Huawei. [ + ]
Will COVID-19 damage renewable energy investment?
The economic downturn triggered by the global COVID-19 pandemic could have negative consequences for long-term investment in clean energy. [ + ]
Increasing a home's energy rating off the plan
Software that uses artificial intelligence to analyse building designs to maximise energy efficiency prior to construction is being launched. [ + ]
Why should you choose a DC grid for your vessel?
As the world seeks greener sources of power, around 80% of vessels in the future are expected to be fully electric or powered by hybrid systems. [ + ]
Developing a decentralised power grid
An energy exchange framework designed to better manage distributed energy resources has been developed by researchers at Monash University. [ + ]
Which solar panels are the most effective?
New research suggests that double-sided solar panels that can follow the sun are both the most energy and cost effective. [ + ]
Saving power with smart building sensors
With energy conservation becoming increasingly important to organisations around the world, the demand for smart buildings has risen. [ + ]
Solar-powered disc could improve smart home security
A disc that can control smart devices and increase security within smart homes has been developed by a research team led by Monash University. [ + ]