Efficiency and renewables

New Bill seeks to protect energy workers

06 June, 2023

The Qld Govt has taken the first steps towards enshrining its ambitious Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan in law, releasing draft legislation and calling for feedback.


Govt, university and industry launch hybrid boat

30 May, 2023 | Supplied by: Ampcontrol Pty Ltd

A collaboration between Ampcontrol, Steber International and the University of Newcastle has successfully completed the first round of testing on a 43-foot hybrid vessel.


Vic agencies issue solar warning

23 May, 2023 | Supplied by: Energy Safe Victoria

In 2022, Energy Safe investigated 44 solar PV system fires, most of which occurred in systems that had not been serviced within the previous two years.


Clean energy partnership to increase flow battery options

22 May, 2023 | Supplied by: Redflow Limited

Energy storage company Redflow has announced the successful integration of its batteries with the Sunsynk range of hybrid inverters.


Brightgreen MINI Collection of LEDs

10 May, 2023 | Supplied by: Brightgreen Pty Ltd

Brightgreen's mini lights deliver the same illumination and lumen output as their larger siblings, without the bulk of traditional fixtures.


Schoolkids help light up remote communities

09 May, 2023 | Supplied by: Jemena

Qld students are working in teams to assemble solar light systems that can provide enough energy to light up a large room in a typical family home, as well as charge several devices.


Site investigation to begin for Aust offshore wind farm

02 May, 2023 | Supplied by: Fugro

Fugro has won the contract to perform an offshore geotechnical site investigation for the Star of the South wind project, located off the coast of Gippsland.


Creating a mountain farm microgrid

02 May, 2023 | Supplied by: DHYBRID

Using photovoltaics (PV), energy storage and an energy management system, an ambitious Austrian mountain farmer is generating 10 times more electricity than he needs — and he has plans to expand.


Small businesses rewarded for going electric

02 May, 2023

Rewiring Australia has welcomed the announcement of an increase in tax deductions for small businesses that invest in electrification and energy efficiency.


Death highlights dangers of extra-low-voltage solar PV

01 May, 2023

Qld's Electrical Safety Office has investigated the electrocution of a person who was modifying solar panels in a remote area.


Supporting grid resilience in Victoria

26 April, 2023

Victoria has secured the help of technology company Reactive in order to ready its grid for the state's energy transition.


AI to boost energy efficiency in Aust homes

26 April, 2023

CSIRO is partnering with CoreLogic Australia to trial a new AI system that will estimate energy efficiency for homes across Australia.


EV strategy highlights key issue for the grid

21 April, 2023 | Supplied by: Energy Networks Australia

Energy Networks Australia is advocating for smart EV charging and pricing reform to maximise benefits to customers and the grid.


Record-breaking year for renewable energy

19 April, 2023 | Supplied by: Clean Energy Council

Renewable energy accounted for 35.9% of Australia's total electricity generation in 2022, according to the latest Clean Energy Australia Report.


How energy upgrades can boost health at home

17 April, 2023

New research indicates that adjustments to aging housing stock can lead to better health and quality of life, particularly for vulnerable Australians.


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