Weathering tough times: the value of membership
24 September, 2012 by Malcolm Richards, CEO, Master Electricians AustraliaIt is sad to admit that 2012 has not been the best year for Australian businesses - be they big or small. In fact, the past 12 months have been one of the most difficult years for businesses in recent times.
Electricians warn of industrial anarchy
20 September, 2012Australia is facing a future of industrial anarchy if lawlessness and violence are tolerated, according to the National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA).
Western NSW solar projects create research and job opportunities
10 August, 2012UQ and UNSW will partner with AGL on two large solar photvoltaic projects in western New South Wales.
Global ON market to reach US$20bn by 2017, Ovum predicts
27 July, 2012The global optical networking (ON) equipment market is expected to reach US$20 billion by 2017, according to new research from Ovum.
RMIT to deliver electrical-instrumentation training to Xstrata workers
11 July, 2012RMIT University School of Engineering TAFE has been awarded a $900,000 contract to deliver instrumentation training to Xstrata and Stanwell's Mt Isa operations.
Exemptions available to create a more sustainable Sydney
06 July, 2012Under a plan proposed by the City of Sydney, investors in Sustainable Sydney 2030 initiatives may be eligible for exemptions from the development contribution levy.
ARENA grant helps BlueScope develop integrated solar roofs
05 July, 2012BlueScope Steel has received a grant from ARENA as part of the Emerging Renewables Program to develop a low-cost building integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) system.
Queensland solar rebate cuts will cost jobs, Clean Energy Council says
26 June, 2012The Queensland Government’s decision to cut solar rebates could jeopardise 4500 jobs, the Clean Energy Council said.
Government support for energy efficiency boosts AMI market, says GlobalData
22 June, 2012Increasing smart meter deployment and pioneering new technologies will revolutionise the domestic power industry, according to a new report by GlobalData.
Engineers Australia welcomes report on infrastructure reform
14 June, 2012Engineers Australia has urged the government to heed the recommendations of the Infrastructure Finance and Funding Reform report.
Sydney Business Chamber welcomes NSW Budget
12 June, 2012The Sydney Business Chamber has welcomed the NSW Budget, saying it delivers key initiatives to reinstate Sydney as Australia’s leading city, through investment in transport infrastructure and a new approach to development.
First Solar and AGL receive grant for mega solar project
12 June, 2012AGL Energy has selected First Solar as its project partner for two utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) power projects totalling 159 MW. The projects are supported by the Solar Flagships Program, which offers funding to support the construction of large-scale, grid-connected solar (PV and thermal) power stations.
Government funding will support local manufacturing jobs, says AMWU
07 June, 2012The Australian Manufacturing Workers Union (AMWU) has praised the federal government’s announcement that it will help communities and families buy energy-efficient hot water systems and household goods, saying it will support local cleantech manufacturing jobs.
Clean Energy Council pushes for CEFC establishment
29 May, 2012The Clean Energy Council has called on the Australian Parliament to establish the Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) “as soon as possible”. The peak body for Australia’s renewable energy industry urged the government to pass laws establishing the $10 billion CEFC so new clean energy technologies can access support.
Small and medium businesses receive $20m worth of energy-efficiency grants
18 May, 2012The federal government has pledged over $20 million in grants to help small and medium businesses and community groups improve energy efficiency.
