ElectricalSolutions News

Industry welcomes NSW government decision on gross feed-in tariffs

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 02:32:07 +0000

The NSW government’s decision to introduce gross feed-in tariffs for grid-connected solar energy systems, long been advocated by the electrical industry, has been welcomed by members of the electrical industry.

NSW government announces gross solar energy feed-in tariffs

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 02:42:25 +0000

Intervention by Premier Nathan Rees in the NSW Solar Bonus Scheme will now deliver more substantial incentives for the deployment of solar panels.

Smart grid initiative officially launched by government

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:03:35 +0000

The Rudd government officially invited industry bids to transform Australia's energy grid through the Smart Grid, Smart City initiative on 29 October.

Seven new Tasmanian locations to receive high-speed broadband

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 05:33:19 +0000

Stage 2 of the National Broadband Network rollout in Tasmania will see optical fibre being installed in seven regional, urban and outer-urban locations.

NBN architecture draft paper released for public comment

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 01:55:46 +0000

A discussion paper addressing the proposed national broadband network architecture has been released for public comment.

Revised standards for electrical installations in hazardous areas

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 02:38:47 +0000

Standards Australia has published two new standards for electrical installations in hazardous areas to supersede existing standards.

New standard for unified smart home network

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:31:18 +0000

The new ITU G.hn standard for wired home networking has recently received international approval.

NGERS energy reporting discussion paper released

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 04:43:18 +0000

A discussion paper, providing guidance to the construction industry on reporting obligations under the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting Act, has been released to the construction industry for comment.

Smart grid needs standards to be set now, says manufacturer

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:06:24 +0000

Powerline chipset manufacturer, DS2, is calling for IP-based standards to be established for the infrastructure needed to support the smart grid of the future.

Anixter to distribute Liebert

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:01:22 +0000

Anixter has been appointed by Emerson Network Power to distribute its Liebert UPS power protection products in Australia and New Zealand.

Victorian Engineering Excellence Awards

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 04:15:25 +0000

A number of major electrical projects were recognised in the Victorian Engineers Australia Engineering Excellence Awards.

More Powerline-certified home automation products

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 04:18:46 +0000

The Universal Powerline Association has certified a number of home automation products for performance and interoperability.

Debate over powerline home automation standards

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 04:30:45 +0000

International home-automation standards seem to have stalled over interoperability issues. Meetings being held by standards bodies in October will work towards resolving many of these issues.

Partnership promotes new solar technology

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 23:23:56 +0000

A partnership between Tokyo Electron (TEL) and Oerlikon Solar, announced at the Solar09 conference of the Australia New Zealand Solar Energy Society (ANZSES), makes a compelling argument for solar power.

New energy leader for Siemens

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:24:29 +0000

Dr Bertram Ehmann has joined Siemens Australia to lead the company in delivering sustainable energy solutions.

Philips Dynalite helps building achieve Lighting Design Award

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:32:08 +0000

Philips Dynalite lighting control systems were used in a creative lighting design that helped a building secure a Best Public Building award.

NECA NSW 2009 Excellence and Apprentice Awards

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:19:44 +0000

The winners of the NECA NSW Excellence Awards and Apprentice Awards were recently announced.

Wiring Rules amendment now available

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:35:00 +0000

An amendment to the current Wiring Rules has just been released, with clarifications, technical modifications and new information for clearer guidelines and improved safety.

NECA ACT Excellence and Apprentice Awards

Sun, 27 Sep 2009 23:42:11 +0000

The NECA Excellence Awards for ACT were presented at the National Convention Centre on 4 September.

ODG powers new Canberra Airport terminal

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 01:20:40 +0000

O’Donnell Griffin (ODG) will undertake major electrical works at Canberra Airport as part of a significant upgrade to the airport's electrical system that will incorporate tri-generation technology.