Industry News
Report warns cheaper solar systems come at a safety cost
A new report from Enphase Energy raises questions about fire safety standards for Australian solar systems. [ + ]
New approach to remote knowledge sharing
A new knowledge management approach hopes to change the face of field service. [ + ]
Working on hail-damaged solar panels
Master Electricians Australia has issued timely advice for working on sites with hail-damaged solar panels. [ + ]
Improving data centre sustainability
Honeywell is working together with Vertiv to create integrated solutions that optimise data centre sustainability, resiliency and operational performance. [ + ]
WorkSafe blitz as businesses reopen
Inspectors from WorkSafe Victoria (WSV) will be out in force as the state opens up, ensuring employers are doing everything they can to protect their workers. [ + ]
New enclosure rating for solar PV system installations
The Qld Electrical Safety Office advises that DC isolators in new solar PV installations must have their own dedicated enclosure for outdoor use and be IP56NW rated. [ + ]
Building automation collaboration hub expands
YBF Sydney will continue its PropTech Hub collaboration with Honeywell, helping to shape the future of innovation in the building automation industry. [ + ]
Hyperscale-ready data centre moves to fit-out
Macquarie Data Centres has topped out its latest construction project, Intellicentre 3 East (IC3E), a hyperscale-ready data centre in Sydney's Macquarie Park. [ + ]
Solar panel recycling plan applauded
Queensland renewable energy experts have welcomed a plan to stop solar panels ending up in landfill. [ + ]
Mayors commit to clean, local jobs
Over 40 mayors and councillors from across Australia have released a joint statement committing to economic recovery solutions that create jobs. [ + ]
Queensland submarine cable project wins award
A submarine cable project that provides Queensland's first direct international data and telecommunications connection to global markets has taken out an award. [ + ]
Ten-year licence disqualification for electrical worker
Queensland's Electrical Licensing Committee has disqualified an electrical worker from holding a licence for 10 years. [ + ]
Solar push for Qld healthcare to create jobs
The Climate Council is applauding the Queensland Government's recently announced plan to install solar panels across the state's hospitals. [ + ]
Mandatory face masks for all in Victoria — including trades
ESV is reminding tradespeople across Victoria that face masks are now mandatory. [ + ]
Adelaide IKEA store to become community microgrid
An IKEA store in Adelaide will soon become a community microgrid, supplying energy from its rooftop array. [ + ]