Industry News
Wiring error leads to electric shock
An electrician has pleaded guilty after a tradesman received an electric shock from live parts of a shutter power cord. [ + ]
New AEMC rule for generators
Under the new rule, scheduled generators will provide more detailed information about generator availability to help shape a more reliable and secure power system into the future. [ + ]
WA Govt to assess renewable energy needs
The SWIS Demand Assessment will gather information from industry about the size, location and time frame of anticipated electricity demand to 2030 and beyond. [ + ]
Aust OSM recloser installation rebuilt in Ukraine
Following the destruction of a NOJA Power OSM Recloser installation in northern Ukraine, a replacement OSM Recloser unit has been installed and commissioned to restore power reliability to the region. [ + ]
Launch of data exchange model for construction projects
NHP has announced the launch of a local chapter of ETIM International in conjunction with Ai Group and some of the electrical industry's leading organisations. [ + ]
Councils applauded for keeping powerlines clear
Energy Safe Victoria has announced Vic's best-performing local government areas when it comes to keeping trees clear of powerlines. [ + ]
Carbon-free energy for Microsoft data centre
Microsoft is partnering with sustainable electricity retailer Ecotricity to ensure its new data centre in NZ will be powered by 100% carbon-free energy. [ + ]
Contractor and electrician fined $30K
An electrical contractor and electrician have been fined after wiring errors left parts of a Perth property unprotected against electrical hazards for five months. [ + ]
Survey exposes lack of support for electrical apprentices
Australia is facing a major training crisis, with a new survey revealing the soaring cost of living and a failing mentorship system are pushing electrical apprentices to the brink of quitting. [ + ]
Clean energy event coming to Melbourne
Billed as Australia's largest clean energy event, All-Energy Australia will be taking place this October at MCEC. [ + ]
Climate Change Bill gets thumbs up from NECA
NECA has welcomed the passing of the federal government's Climate Change Bill 2022 in the House of Representatives. [ + ]
Critical need to solve transmission challenges: report
New transmission will ultimately create a modern electricity grid that ensures clean power flows from renewable energy projects to customers. [ + ]
Electrical workers upskilled for bright future
The Vic Govt is upskilling electrical workers, with the aim of improving community safety and equipping the workforce to be part of the state's growing renewable and new energy sectors. [ + ]
Australia's longest EV fast-charging network for WA
WA will soon be home to Australia's longest continuous EV fast-charging network, with the state government awarding JET Charge the contract to provide 98 EV chargers at 49 locations. [ + ]
Tradesman prosecuted for unlicensed electrical work
WA's energy safety regulator is urging consumers to use its online licence search to verify that businesses they engage to carry out electrical installing work hold a valid electrical contractor's licence. [ + ]
