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Can Australia achieve 100% renewable energy by 2020?
The Zero Carbon Australia 2020 Project is a detailed and costed blueprint for a transition to a zero-emissions economy in 10 years using proven, commercialised technology. Its purpose is to show the Australian public and decision-makers that reaching a zero-emissions economy is ready to be implemented and only awaits government sign-off. It aims to initiate urgent efforts to mitigate the risks posed by global warming and to describe the infrastructure and resources required to reduce Australia’s carbon emissions to zero in the medium term.
[ + ]Pitfalls to avoid when implementing an IP network surveillance system
Structured cabling systems have become ubiquitous in commercial and industrial buildings and facilities around the world in recent decades. At the same time, Internet Protocol has become the norm for communicating over this infrastructure. While their fundamental applications were initially for voice and data systems, many other building services applications, such as video surveillance, are emerging on these platforms to take advantage of their simplicity to deploy and operationally integrate.
[ + ]Energy efficiency still vital, despite emissions trading scheme being shelved
Although the government’s emissions trading scheme has been shelved, industry expert Matt Shorten says a virtual scheme is already in place.
[ + ]NBN skills shortages due to lacklustre training and marketing, says NECA
Following news of NBN Co's anticipated labour shortfall to rollout the NBN, NECA reminds us of the availability and suitablity of thousands of ACMA licensed cablers to provide the required skills and manpower to service the rollout.
[ + ]Emerging LED lighting standards
A new US standard for LEDs promises to help standardise LED lighting products around the world.
[ + ]Government introduces legislation to enhance renewable energy target
Reforms to enhance Australia’s ambitious 20% Renewable Energy Target have recently been introduced into Parliament.
[ + ]Tyco Electronics ‘3R Green’ program
‘3R Green’ is a Tyco Electronics green-friendly program focusing on research and development of sustainable, energy saving, environmentally friendly solutions.
[ + ]Tyco Electronics and Green Star rating
Tyco Electronics is a valued member of The Green Building Council of Australia, a governing body of the Green Star Rating program.
[ + ]How to save energy with smart cabling - don’t get fooled!
New buzzwords such as carbon footprint, green buildings, green applications, power-demand reduction strategies, green star ratings, sustainable development and other catch phrases only make sense in their proper context.
[ + ]Tyco Electronics is RoHS compliant
Tyco Electronics solutions are made to comply with strict RoHS requirements. RoHS is a global program which restricts the use of hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment.
[ + ]STP and 10Gb/s: a marriage made in heaven
There is now conclusive proof that shielded copper is the ideal cabling infrastructure system to supply 10GBASE-T and larger applications.
[ + ]The modern data centre - the ‘brain’ of business economy
Today’s business managers are confronted by complex financial situations that require reliable, robust communication infrastructures to support successful decision making processes. Though there are various types of data centres, each needs to deliver goals set by the business plan. As we know, these plans change to suit the altering business climate over time. This requires a versatile, highly adaptable communications cabling system, supported by the other services such as air-conditioning and electrical systems.
[ + ]BCA 2010 revised energy-efficiency provisions
The new 2010 Building Code of Australia is released this month, with a large number of changes that will have a significant impact on the electrical industry.
[ + ]Doors open on Australia's first zero-emission house
A consortium led by CSIRO has developed Australia's first eight-star, zero-emmission house to demonstrate what can be achieved in reducing carbon emmissions using off-the-shelf products.
[ + ]NECA yet to be convinced by revamped insulation scheme
NECA is amplifying its call to the federal government to adopt adequate safety measures in dealing with the controversial insulation installation program.
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