Businesses worried by energy volatility: report
25 July, 2023 | Supplied by: Schneider ElectricVolatility is a key energy supply concern for businesses, with only 32% of companies feeling adequately equipped to navigate future energy market volatility.
Warning issued about unsafe travel adaptors
19 July, 2023WA's energy safety regulator has issued a warning about dangerous travel adaptors that are not approved for use in Australia, following a rise in electric shock reports.
Councils, energy companies fined for failing to keep powerlines clear
14 July, 2023 | Supplied by: Energy Safe VictoriaContact between trees and powerlines can result in fires, electrocution and power outages, which can lead to property damage and, in serious cases, injury and loss of life.
Call for reform after dangerous lamp recall
04 July, 2023Following Kmart's urgent recall of the 'Anko'-branded Marmo Table Lamp, Lighting Council Australia has called for further action on enforcement of compliance.
Senate inquiry to examine household electrification
20 June, 2023 | Supplied by: Rewiring AustraliaThe NSW inquiry, to be conducted by the Senate Economics References Committee, will examine the benefits and constraints of household electrification.
Councils urged to consider 'elephant in the room' ahead of $100m energy upgrade fund
20 June, 2023The Community Energy Upgrades Fund will potentially unlock over $200m in high-impact energy upgrades, but one expert says in order to be truly effective, it must prioritise HVAC systems.
Microgrids, EVs, big batteries and more: upcoming talks at Energy Next
07 June, 2023 | Supplied by: RX GlobalThe renewable energy expo has released more details about its upcoming program.
Regulators descend on Mildura
06 June, 2023 | Supplied by: Energy Safe VictoriaRegulators have inspected construction sites across Mildura as part of the Build Aware campaign, which aims to educate workers and identify safety risks.
Qld opens first SuperGrid for energy workers
31 May, 2023The Palaszczuk government has officially opened the first Queensland SuperGrid Training Centre and Transmission Hub in Gladstone.
Energy Next releases full program for July event
24 May, 2023 | Supplied by: RX GlobalExpert presentations and panel discussions will explore solar PV, energy storage, hydrogen and ammonia, VPPs, EVs, microgrids, wind energy and energy data.
Search on for top tradies
23 May, 2023The inaugural Australian Trades Small Business Champion Awards celebrate the vital contribution that trade business owners make to the local community.
Qld Electrical Safety Act to be overhauled
17 May, 2023Queenslanders are invited to respond to key issues identified in a review of the Act, with their feedback determining what changes will be made.
MEA responds to federal Budget
16 May, 2023 | Supplied by: Master Electricians AustraliaMaster Electricians Australia is encouraging the government to think 'out of the box' when it comes to energy incentives.
R U OK? creates campaign for young apprentices
16 May, 2023Mateship is the focus of a new mental health campaign for apprentices and trainees.
Drillcut 360 online management system
11 May, 2023 | Supplied by: DrillcutDrillcut has launched a 'whole-of-project' online management system for Australia's electrical industry.
