Industry News
Super-efficient light bulbs win international competition
Two companies with LED light bulbs that are over 80% more efficient than comparable incandescent light bulbs have been recognised for their innovation in new technology. [ + ]
Trends affecting the Aussie labour market
The sold-out Future of Work event at this year's Vivid Sydney festival explored the many ways the nature of careers is changing and how Australia compares on the world stage. [ + ]
Wave power inspired by nature
A wave power unit inspired by the movements of undersea plants is expected to advance the renewable wave energy industry in Australia. [ + ]
Wearable sensors on the way
Science fiction gadgets are coming closer to being a reality with the news that wearable sensor patches that detect UV radiation and dangerous toxic gases such as hydrogen and nitrogen dioxide are on the way. [ + ]
Ultralow-power circuit improves efficiency of energy harvesting to over 80%
MIT researchers have developed an ultralow-power circuit they say can power electronic devices using solar energy that could fuel the growth of the Internet of Things. [ + ]
Mr Fluffy address list made public
1021 Canberra home addresses that have been confirmed to contain loose-filled asbestos will become public this week. [ + ]
Exploited workers paid $7, forced into cramped housing before being thrown out, a Senate Inquiry hears
Sacked and exploited workers will be heard at a Senate Inquiry today investigating claims of temporary visa abuse. [ + ]
Is the renewable energy crisis over?
Legislation for a bipartisan deal has passed through the Australian Parliament this week providing much needed certainty for the clean energy sector. [ + ]
Deja vu — why Apple Watch is the iPhone all over again
Wondering what possible use an Apple Watch could be to you? You probably said the same thing about smartphones back in the day. If history manages to repeat itself, smartwatches may just be as common as smartphones in a few short years. [ + ]
Launch of Working Safely at Height Campaign
Join industry professionals at the launch of the Working Safely at Height Campaign on 9 July in Canberra. [ + ]
Toyota Hilux Australia's best seller
The Toyota HiLux was Australia's best-selling vehicle in May 2015, hitting a significant milestone by passing 850,000 sales in this country. [ + ]
Be informed when buying telematics hardware
Transport Certification Australia (TCA) wants stakeholders to remember the benefits of being informed when it comes to purchasing telematics hardware. [ + ]
Omron signs new automation partnership
Omron has signed a new partnership agreement with Alliance Automation to supply automation equipment over the next two years. [ + ]
Schneider Electric's energy reduction plans
Find out how Schneider Electric plans to reduce its energy usage by 10% at a South Australian manufacturing plant.
[ + ]ENA Regulation Seminar 2015 — program and registration now available
Interested in hearing from industry experts on regulatory opportunities for the energy networks sector? Registrations are now open for the upcoming ENA Regulation Seminar 2015 to be held in Brisbane. [ + ]