As more powered devices are being connected over ethernet, the case for power-over-ethernet gets stronger. However, as US-based power adapter manufacturer Phihong points out, a number of inaccurate assumptions exist in the market that need to be qualified.

New regulations in Queensland restrict the installation of light fittings and lamps that are not energy efficient to just 20% of a dwelling's floor space.

Electrical contractors need to have a better understanding of the operation and deployment of RCDs in view of their increased importance in the new Wiring Rules.

Tandberg presents 10 ways to help reduce carbon emissions by deploying videoconferencing.

At the most recent COAG meeting, the federal government's renewable energy target scheme, which could boost Australia's investment in renewable energy by $20 billion, was endorsed by the council.

The government's solar energy rebate scheme has been instrumental in thousands of residential solar energy systems being installed over the past year, but its impending close is expected to accelerate the uptake of these systems in the coming months.

In an effort to become more environmentally friendly, IT companies around the world are working to create the most power-efficient data centres possible.

Today’s carrier and LAN fibre-optic cables are being asked to deliver more bandwidth than ever before. The delivery of business-critical applications is reliant on the simple fact that the physical layer performance is effective.

A national research initiative to establish an advanced electricity distribution network in Australia has announced a plan to meet the twin challenges of reducing carbon emissions and reining in rising power costs.

A recent survey into green practices and attitudes amongst Australian IT managers and CIOs indicates that it isn't being practised in the data industry as much as hoped for.

According to a US survey, the cost to deploy solar energy systems has reduced significantly over the past decade, paving the way for more market acceptance of this alternative energy source.

Conducting a regular transformer testing and maintenance program could assist in reducing costly business insurance premiums.

NECA's annual electrical industry survey reveals the current charge-out and pay rates of electrcial contractors and apprentices across Australia, on a state-by-state basis.

Data cable testing in the US has revealed that many cables on sale in the market are not compliant to critical fire safety codes.

Project: 5 Star ‘green’ Parramatta Justice Precinct
Solution: Star Electrical and Schneider Electric energy-efficient electrical installation