Industry News
Supermarket, warehouse and airport recruited for grid stabilisation project
AGL's new project will make use of flexible energy demand in the industrial and commercial sector to ease pressure on the grid. [ + ]
Govt to fund 32 GW of renewable energy
In a move hailed by climate orgs, the Australian Government will act to double the renewable energy in the nation's grid. [ + ]
NT to receive $80 million data centre
With a launch planned for June 2024, the construction and ongoing operation of D1 Darwin should create more than 200 jobs in the region. [ + ]
Record number of apprentices to tackle energy transition
In a bid to prepare its workforce for the shift to renewables, Ampcontrol has taken on 55 new apprentices. [ + ]
Exploring AI's role in net zero
Siemens Australia is collaborating with Swinburne University of Technology to investigate the responsible use of AI in achieving net zero. [ + ]
Perth prepares for first electric bus fleet
Perth will soon launch its first electric bus fleet thanks to the installation of charging infrastructure at a major bus station. [ + ]
$708m upgrade to WA network
The "largest investment in transmission infrastructure in WA in more than 10 years" will facilitate the state's renewable energy transition. [ + ]
Views sought on First Nations Clean Energy Strategy
The federal government has opened consultation on the focus areas for Australia's First Nations Clean Energy Strategy. [ + ]
nbn increases access to smart city techology
NBN Co will be rolling out its Smart Places technology across Australia, following a series of trials at strategic locations. [ + ]
Wiring error causes electric shocks for homeowner
A WA electrician has been fined $5000 for failing to detect a dangerous wiring error. [ + ]
Jemena takes action on bushfire risk
Jemena and Zinfra have partnered on an extensive work program to reduce the risk of powerline-related bushfires in Melbourne's north-west. [ + ]
EVs and rooftop solar could boost SA's future grid
Customer energy resources present a massive opportunity for the state's energy transition, according to SA Power Networks. [ + ]
Powerline fatality leads to guilty plea
A Qld energy supplier failed to ensure an overhead powerline and its supporting structures spanning farmland were safe. [ + ]
Funding boost for ultra-low-cost solar
ARENA has invested $11 million in new technology that has the potential to accelerate the uptake of ultra-low-cost solar. [ + ]
Govt grants to stimulate EV uptake in WA
The WA Govt has launched round two of its grants program to make EV chargers more affordable for businesses, not‑for-profits and LGAs. [ + ]
