Be a part of the energy storage boom
20 April, 2016Representatives from smart-thinking energy companies will speak at the Australian Energy Storage Conference, to be held from 1–2 June at Australian Technology Park, Sydney.
$1 billion to accelerate renewable energy projects
15 April, 2016The Clean Energy Finance Corporation and Palisade Investment Partners have announced a $1 billion strategy aimed at accelerating the development of Australian renewable energy projects.
Refrigerant trends for food retail in 2016
08 March, 2016 by DanfossThe quest for new, green refrigerants is on. Amidst alternatives, CO2 is emerging as the most efficient, safe and clean refrigerant preferred by a growing number of global, regional and local retailers.
Registrations open for energy storage conference
02 March, 2016The Australian Energy Storage Conference and Exhibition has officially opened registrations. The event will see over 2000 conference delegates and trade visitors gather together to get a glimpse of a future with energy storage.
New energy retailer encourages use of renewables
01 March, 2016ARENA and SBCVC have backed a $5 million Southern Cross Renewable Energy Fund investment into Mojo Power, claimed to be the first energy retailer to offer rates that reflect the true cost of providing electricity to homes.
'No More Average Buildings' campaign in NSW
25 February, 2016A new campaign aims to lift the energy efficiency of average-performing commercial office buildings in New South Wales.
CEO Insights: Gareth O'Reilly
02 February, 2016Gareth O'Reilly, zone president, Schneider Electric, Australia & New Zealand, discusses growth opportunities and emerging technology trends for the energy sector in 2016.
Online energy storage database launched
29 January, 2016The Australian Energy Storage Database provides free, up-to-date information on energy storage projects.
Manufacturing a better working environment
12 October, 2015 by Barry Thomas, Director Asia Pacific, MD Cook Australia, Cook MedicalAs the managing director of Cook Medical Australia, Barry Thomas is aware of manufacturers' contributions to environmental issues today — and he believes we should do what we can to address these issues.
The Australian Power Generation Technology study
02 October, 2015More than 30 Australian utility and energy providers, industry, research and environmental organisations and governments have agreed to support an independent study on the costs and performance of current power-generation technologies.
Atlas Copco AQ 15-30 VSD oil-free compressor
21 September, 2015Atlas Copco's AQ 15-30VSD water-injected screw compressor, available in water-cooled and air-cooled versions, is designed to meet users' needs for pure, oil-free air while offering high-pressure capability and improved energy efficiency.
How much cost does a capacity system really save?
18 September, 2015Many utilities employ penalty rates for low electrical system efficiency. A common resolution to this situation is to install a capacitor system. How much energy and how much cost can a capacitor system actually save?
Energy costs hit low-income households hardest
25 August, 2015Research has found that over the past two decades (1993–2012), low-income households and those caught in the housing affordability trap felt the brunt of energy costs. Higher income households were meanwhile unaffected, as income rose above inflation and in line with prices.
The essentials of building automation
21 May, 2015There are few markets as fast paced or lucrative as the technology market, particularly in the context of building automation solutions.
Creating a sustainable future for Australia's buildings
22 January, 2015 by Cara RyanAcross Australia and the globe, buildings account for up to 40% of energy. Cara Ryan from the EcoBuildings Division of Schneider Electric comments on how she believes we can create greater efficiencies in our existing buildings throughout 2015 and beyond.
