Improvements to the governance framework for the Australian Energy Market Operator are needed to achieve national energy goals, a new report has found. [ + ]

A man thought to be a professional tradesman has died while working alone on a roof in Queensland after a suspected electrocution. [ + ]

The development of large-scale renewable energy products and rooftop solar has lowered the risk of power outages this summer, according to a new report. [ + ]

The Queensland Government has announced that it plans to crack down on unlicensed electrical operators, given the serious risk posed by illegal electrical work. [ + ]

The virtual 2020 Keysight World events have been designed to deliver the latest in industry, design and test trends. [ + ]

As part of the Comms Connect Virtual Series, Trevor Manning from TMC Global will be hosting online training for technical leaders. [ + ]

The licensing of lineworkers and a CPD requirement for licensed electrical workers will soon be introduced by Energy Safe Victoria. [ + ]

Schneider Electric has developed a solution that aims to help with the management of power consumption and backup power. [ + ]

IPD and ABB have announced a strategic partnership that will officially commence on 1 September 2020. [ + ]

A self-employed electrician is believed to have been electrocuted while working on a house last week. [ + ]

Australian HVAC&R and building services exhibition ARBS has been postponed again until 2022. [ + ]

NZ start-up Emrod has developed a long-range wireless powerless transmission that acts as an alternative to existing copper line technology. [ + ]

A series of electrical safety awareness sessions have been scheduled around regional Queensland, ahead of Electrical Safety Week (7–11 September). [ + ]

Jemena and Deloitte have collaborated to create a cloud-based application that will help power consumers make better energy decisions. [ + ]

The Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) has released its final decision on improved customer support during COVID-19. [ + ]