Stealing nature’s photosynthetic secrets
12 November, 2012The prospect of creating clean, renewable hydrogen fuel is closer than ever after a breakthrough in our understanding of photosynthesis.
Young Hobart scientist breaking ground in biofuel production
08 November, 2012Up-and-coming Australian scientist Kim Jye Lee Chang from the University of Tasmania was one of the state winners at the 2012 AusBiotech/GSK Student Excellence Award for his work in identifying new microorganisms that can be used to produce oil from recycled carbon sources. The discovery could provide Australia with a secure, environmentally sustainable fuel feedstock for the future.
Process combustion: money to burn?
07 November, 2012 by Tony Kelly, Product Sales Specialist, Hurll Nu-Way | Supplied by: Hurll Nu-Way Pty LtdSelecting a burner for any process heating application always involves a choice between different burner models and different burner sizes. Both will have a significant effect on product quality and system efficiency.
Energy-saving tips for tenants
07 November, 2012Environment Minister Robyn Parker has released the NABERS Energy Management Guide for Tenants, which is designed to help office tenants take control of their energy costs and environmental impacts.
Solar power is contagious
07 November, 2012People are more likely to install a solar panel on their home if their neighbours have one, according to a Yale and New York University study in the journal Marketing Science.
ABB dry-type transformers
07 November, 2012 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdThe EcoDry low-loss transformer, TriDry triangular transformer and PoleDry transformers can provide improved efficiency, safety and eco-compatibility for utility, oil and gas, and mining industries.
Producing fuel from air and electricity
03 November, 2012A University of Canterbury lecturer in New Zealand is researching the possibility of producing fuel from air and electricity. The technology removes carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and produces methanol, a liquid fuel similar to petrol.
Electricity meters for sub-metering
03 November, 2012 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdEQ meters assist with easy cost allocation, monitoring of electricity consumption and optimisation of electricity infrastructure. The electricity meters are designed for mounting on DIN rail and can be used in main switchboards, distribution boards and consumer units to provide a sub-metering solution.
Countries counter environmental damage with clean coal technologies
02 November, 2012Countries are attempting to balance global warming and the continued use of fossil fuels by developing clean coal technologies, states a new report by GlobalData.
Clean Energy Future package to transform economy, according to projections
02 November, 2012The Gillard government’s Clean Energy Future package will reduce Australia’s greenhouse gas emissions and transform the economy, according to projections from the Department of Climate Change and Energy Efficiency.
Launch of energy-monitoring dashboard
02 November, 2012This month, Wellington geospatial company Splice Group will launch an energy-monitoring dashboard that accurately judges energy use in real-time.
Wind-powered future for Australia under RET
01 November, 2012Research from carbon analytics firm RepuTex indicates that growth of wind capacity in the Australian National Electricity Market (NEM) is expected to outstrip growth in electricity demand by more than 2.5 times over the next seven years.
Ilum-a-Lite Light Eco 7 W MR16 LED downlight kit
01 November, 2012 | Supplied by: Ilum-a-lite Pty LtdThe Light Eco 7 W MR16 LED downlight kit, featuring improvements in performance and energy savings, now has a redefined level of warm glow with its warm white colour of 2200K.
Technology takes the danger out of uranium, says scientist
30 October, 2012A Queensland University of Technology (QUT) chemical scientist says mining uranium for nuclear energy is a “safer” alternative to coal-fired power stations.
All charged up over electric buses
29 October, 2012Battery-electric buses could make economic sense in New Zealand’s cities, a recent study into innovative public transport technology has shown.
