Developments in smart grid technologies have the potential to help both consumers and power companies reduce their dependence on carbon-emitting energy.

An inventory of the ACT’s 2005–2006 greenhouse gas emissions, giving the clearest picture of ACT greenhouse emissions, was recently released and outlines key information about electricity consumption trends.

A sophisticated home automation installation by AVD Australia in Sydney has been recognised by CEDIA with two awards and a commendation.

Technology analyst IDTechEx forecasts that the energy harvesting market will reach US$4 billion by 2019, driven by its deployment in a wide range of traditional and new applications.

A new requirement to have RCDs fitted in all Western Australian homes has been welcomed by NECA WA.

Victoria’s electrical and communications contractors have continued to deliver world-class installations using the latest environmentally sustainable technologies, with the work of nine contractors being recognised at the NECA Victoria Excellence Awards.

Industry response to the ACT government’s call for expressions of interest for its proposed solar energy facility has been positive.

Two electricians will be part of a team of young Aussie tradies competing against 50 other nations in the ‘Trade Olympics’ in September.

The Victorian government has recently passed legislation that allows electricity generated by consumers with solar power facilities to be sold to utilities, providing an incentive for the installation of solar cells.

The NECA Victoria Apprentice Awards celebrate the achievements of the most talented and committed senior apprentices in the electricity sector.

NICTA's innovative development in gigabit wireless communications has been recognised in an international technology award.

Emona Instruments has entered into a distribution agreement with Dali Technology to distribute its range of infrared thermal-imaging cameras.

NECA Western Australia will be conducting energy-efficiency training for electricians in regional areas of the state.

Switch Automation products are to be distributed by Clipsal Integrated Systems through its C-Bus pointOne and C-Bus Platinum distribution network.

The health of Australian tradies received a boost with a new initiative from the OzHelp Foundation that will monitor and inform tradies of their health.