Bidding to provide low-emissions electricity
08 August, 2012A unique scheme that auctions power contracts to low-emissions technology companies could help Australia to transform its electricity sector and meet its long-term climate change targets at the lowest cost, according to Grattan Institute’s Energy Program Director, Tony Wood.
Electric buses an eco-friendly Australian first
07 August, 2012The recent opening of the $20 million Mossman Gorge Centre, an Indigenous eco-tourism business north of Cairns, has also seen the unveiling of the first ground up built, electric safari-style bus in Australia.
Tetra Tech awarded EPA methane emissions reduction contracts
07 August, 2012Tetra Tech has been awarded two contracts to support the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in its efforts to reduce emissions of methane, a potent greenhouse gas and potential source of clean energy.
TrustPower and Siemens to build South Australia’s largest wind farm
01 August, 2012TrustPower has appointed Siemens as its turnkey supplier to construct South Australia’s largest wind farm at Snowtown, using gearless drive wind turbine technology for the first time in Australia.
Sydney takes a bigger shine to solar power
01 August, 2012Following a tender process, the City of Sydney has selected Solgen Energy to undertake a $6 million project to fit solar photovoltaic (PV) panels to more than 30 sites over the next two years to generate 12.5% of the electricity needs of all city properties.
Network tariff changes provide opportunity to review energy bills
30 July, 2012 | Supplied by: Energy ActionA recent survey by energy management company Energy Action revealed that more than 87% of businesses ranked price the most important consideration when selecting their energy retailer. However, the cost of energy itself is only one portion of the overall price that an organisation pays for its energy supply.
Mitchell S8000 Remote chilled mirror hygrometer
30 July, 2012 | Supplied by: AMS Instrumentation & Calibration Pty LtdThe Michell range of cooled mirror hygrometers is designed to help to meet requirements for relative humidity measurement from any of the leading environmental control authorities. With accuracies of 0.1°C dp, and based on the fundamental measurement principle which has no inherent drift, the chilled mirror hygrometer S8000 Remote combines flexibility with accuracy exceeding the requirements dictated in the emissions control legislation.
Sunny side up: solar’s the new renewable energy star
30 July, 2012Investments in solar power overtook those in wind power for the first time in 2011, and the latest deals suggest this is only the start, says a new report by energy industry experts GlobalData.
Uniting the community under one cool roof
29 July, 2012 | Supplied by: BlueScope SteelAs one of the first buildings in Australia to showcase Colorbond Coolmax steel, Hervey Bay Community Centre successfully combines environmentally sustainable design principles and a pleasing aesthetic. Its unique ‘island-like’ structure means the building can be viewed from 360° while also making a statement with its thermal efficiency.
Air compressors for a cleaner world
27 July, 2012 | Supplied by: Kaeser Compressors AustraliaIn view of soaring energy prices and ambitious climate-protection targets, modern industry is experiencing unprecedented pressure to make production processes as efficient as possible. In addition to this, companies also have to maintain and increase their competitive edge, as well as strive to ensure sustained economic success.
Australian businesses could save thousands on energy bills
26 July, 2012 | Supplied by: Energy ActionA recent survey by energy management company Energy Action revealed that more than 87% of businesses ranked price the most important consideration when selecting their energy retailer. However, the cost of energy itself is only one portion of the overall price that an organisation pays for its energy supply. Typically, energy charges only make up 40-50% of a bill, with the remainder made up of network, environmental and other service-related charges. The tariffs for network charges vary according to the amount of electricity consumed and when it is used.
Over 140,000 New Zealanders demand a clean energy future
26 July, 2012Earlier this week, groups from around New Zealand converged on parliament to deliver a 140,000-plus signature petition, calling on John Key’s government to abandon its fossil fuels agenda in favour of clean energy.
Australia to catch the wave and hang ten (per cent, that is)
26 July, 2012A study by CSIRO has found that the waves in the ocean could supply about 10% of Australia’s electricity by 2050. This is equivalent to powering a city the size of Melbourne.
Danfoss ABQM Pressure Independent Balancing and Control Valves (PIBCV)
25 July, 2012 | Supplied by: Devex SystemsDevex Systems has released the ABQM Pressure Independent Balancing and Control Valve (PIBCV), a high-efficiency balancing solution for heating and cooling systems, manufactured by Danfoss.
How-to guide on lighting bring businesses energy savings
24 July, 2012Powering lights is 15-25% of the electricity bill for NSW businesses. That cost can be cut by as much as 82% and a new report from the NSW Government shows businesses how.
