Researchers are developing thin phosphorene nanosheets for use in the next generation of perovskite solar cells. [ + ]

Christian Mildner from Sylvania Connected Solutions suggests cities should apply a vision-driven approach to street lighting controls. [ + ]

Following the St Patrick's Day fires last year, Energy Safe Victoria has released a draft report that concludes Powercor's inspection and maintenance of power poles is fit for purpose. [ + ]

Construction of the $10 million Switching on Darwin smart city project has been completed, including 912 CBD streetlights being upgraded to LED smart lighting. [ + ]

Electric vehicles (EVs) are expected to help reduce solar payback periods and accelerate the transition to renewables, according to a report. [ + ]

Data communication history is closely linked to the developments in cabling and the connecting hardware. [ + ]

John Young, Sales Director at EU Automation, explains how modern HMI technology can improve output in Asia. [ + ]

A report released by National Energy Resources Australia is calling for a nationally coordinated effort to enhance Australia's energy knowledge. [ + ]

Master Electricians Australia said the new solar regulation add red tape and is different to what industry had been told would be implemented. [ + ]

A report on the first year of the Notifiable Data Breaches scheme highlighted the importance of effective training, processes and technologies to support data protection in the future. [ + ]

As industry professionals, we have a responsibility to keep up with new technology, the risks that emerge with them, as well as the strategies to mitigate them. [ + ]

With annual revenues in excess of $2.5 billion, the electronic security industry is a growing and increasingly complex sector. [ + ]

Ageing infrastructure, environmental concerns, advancements in technology and changing consumer preferences are driving grid modernisation as utilities work to meet changing and growing demands. [ + ]

John Young, APAC Sales Director at EU Automation, gives his advice for keeping your programmable logic controllers safe from cyber attack. [ + ]

Following opposition leader Bill Shorten's policy announcement that 50% of new cars will be electric by 2030, questions have been raised about the ability of the electricity grid to cope with the increased demand associated with a substantial increase in the use of electric vehicles. [ + ]