Schneider Electric offers secure power solution
01 September, 2020Schneider Electric has developed a solution that aims to help with the management of power consumption and backup power.
Long-range wireless power transmission developed in NZ
19 August, 2020NZ start-up Emrod has developed a long-range wireless powerless transmission that acts as an alternative to existing copper line technology.
More support for power consumers during pandemic
12 August, 2020The Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) has released its final decision on improved customer support during COVID-19.
Maximising efficiency for the future power grid
05 August, 2020With the rapid uptake of renewables and alternative means of power, there has been a push to design a more effective power grid.
Smart tech minimises power outages in homes
05 August, 2020Smart technology that allows utility companies to better serve dwellings and communities affected by power outages has been designed by researchers.
New electricity roadmap released
05 August, 2020The 2020 Integrated System Plan has been developed amidst changes to how electricity is generated and used.
Accommodating renewable energy on the grid
21 July, 2020 by Francesco Ierullo, Head of Sales for South and West Europe and IMEA, Exel CompositesIn order to use renewable energy to its fullest potential, electrical infrastructure needs to be upgraded to support the increase in supply.
Lighting upgrades raise Vic’s electricity prices
14 July, 2020The cost of a lighting upgrade scheme has seen Victorian consumers paying increased rates for their electricity.
Weidmuller PRO INSTA power supplies
13 July, 2020Weidmuller PRO INSTA power supplies are compact and efficient, designed to ensure a long-lasting power supply for buildings and machines.
Developing a decentralised power grid
17 June, 2020An energy exchange framework designed to better manage distributed energy resources has been developed by researchers at Monash University.
Ensuring reliability during electrical substation upgrade
16 June, 2020When electricity distributors upgrade medium-voltage switchgear and substations, safety, reliability and environmental sustainability are key concerns.
FIMER energy storage solution joins SA battery scheme
07 May, 2020A residential energy storage solution by FIMER has been included on the SA Home Battery Scheme.
Power maintenance must continue despite COVID-19
09 April, 2020Critical maintenance on energy networks will continue throughout the COVID-19 shutdown.
Power worker shortage leads to lengthy blackouts
12 February, 2020A severe shortage of workers is being blamed for current power outages across Sydney, the Central Coast and the Blue Mountains.
Managing electricity networks during bushfires
05 February, 2020A fact sheet about how bushfires affect electricity networks, and how networks can prepare for the impact, has been released by Energy Networks Australia.