Efficiency Matrix Halogen Mitt and LED Mitt
25 March, 2010 | Supplied by: Efficiency Matrix
Halogen downlight fittings are a popular lighting option; however, by their nature they can be inefficient and dangerous. The major inefficiency effects include draughts, convection currents and thermal bridging (bypassing insulation). From a safety perspective, trapped debris in recessed light fittings can also create a potential fire hazard.
Efficiency Matrix Halogen Mitt and LED Mitt
23 March, 2010 | Supplied by: Efficiency Matrix
Halogen downlight fittings are a popular lighting option; however, by their nature they can be inefficient and dangerous. The major inefficiency effects include draughts, convection currents and thermal bridging (bypassing insulation). From a safety perspective, trapped debris in recessed light fittings can also create a potential fire hazard.
Marexim Xe Hybrid Convertible range of light bulbs
23 March, 2010 | Supplied by: Marexim Lighting & Electrical Technologies Ltd
The Marexim Xe Hybrid Convertible range of bulbs combines the positive efficiency and long life aspects of modern CFL and LED lights with the instant full brightness, colour quality and dimmability of incandescent lights.
LumiDas 8W-LEDD-FW LED downlight lamp
23 March, 2010 | Supplied by: Eco Smart Lighting
The LumiDas 8W-LEDD-FW is an LED downlight lamp fitting that provides an energy-efficient and cost-effective lighting solution. The product provides a similar light level brightness as a 50 W halogen lamp but only uses 8 W.
Dowin Industries Triac dimmable LED lamps
23 March, 2010 | Supplied by: Dowin Australia
The Dowin Industries Triac dimmable LED lamps solve the refitting problem associated with LEDs connected to a Triac dimmer circuit (standard wall dimmers).
Cogeneration, trigeneration, my generation
15 March, 2010
In a panel discussion at the Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and Building Services exhibition (ARBS 2010) chaired by Steve Hennessy Director at Steensen Varming (Aust) Pty Ltd, panellists Chris Derksema of City of Sydney, Blair Healy - founder and Manager of Cogent Energy, and Bruce Precious - Sustainability Manager at The GPT Group will discuss the opportunities and barriers to cogeneration as a practical and viable tool for reducing a building’s carbon footprint.
mySmart EBMPIR 360° presence detector
02 February, 2010 | Supplied by: mySmart Pty Ltd
The mySmart EBMPIR is a 360° detector measuring just 28 mm across (ceiling mounted 38 mm). It can turn lights on and off or dim fluorescent lighting using the EBMPIR-DD detector. Both can be programmed as either presence or absence detection and are suitable for daylight harvesting with built-in programmable LUX level settings. The detectors can be programmed using an intelligent handheld programmer, eliminating the need for ladders or tools.
Geothermal project to produce clean energy and fresh water
22 January, 2010
RMIT University researchers are developing new technology to meet two of the greatest challenges facing Australia today, through an all-in-one geothermal system that can simultaneously produce clean electricity and drinking water.
Hotel saving energy
18 January, 2010 | Supplied by: mySmart Pty Ltd
Crowne Plaza Terrigal recently installed the mySmart Hotel Room Control System which intelligently controls the air conditioning in each of its 199 guest rooms. The Smart Digital Thermostat is easy and intuitive to use - it uses motion sensing and door switches to detect when the room is in use. The thermostat can be used in stand-alone mode, control the room lights or integrate with the hotel’s check-in system.
mySmart EBMPIR miniature presence detector
14 January, 2010 | Supplied by: mySmart Pty Ltd
The mySmart EBMPIR is a small 360° detector measuring just 28 mm (ceiling mounted 38 mm) with all the features of a larger size detector. It has a range of 5 m (diameter) and controls various types of lighting: fluorescent, CFL and low voltage.
Sugar research sweetens biofuels progress
07 January, 2010
Two forward-looking corporations have teamed up to develop the potential production of biodiesel fuel from renewable products such as sugarcane waste, woodchips and more.
Alternative fuels: investing in the future
02 December, 2009 by Wendy Cramer
Peak oil and the need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions mean that Australia will have no choice but to rely on alternative fuels in the future. Research suggests there are a number of alternatives that can bridge the gap, but a substantial investment in infrastructure is required before they are commercially available.
Solar energy
01 December, 2009 by Jenny Bieksha, Bishop & Associates | Supplied by: Bishop & Associates
In 2009, the global solar industry remains in a very strong position, despite the faltering global economy. A number of factors are driving strong growth in the global solar industry today: government policy incentives and carbon regulation; volatility in the fossil fuels markets; climate change, energy security issues; and the need for increased energy production to meet growing demand.
NSW government support for solar goes gross
12 November, 2009
NSW is set to adopt a gross feed-in tariff to support the growth of the renewable energy industry in the state. The policy, which has long been advocated by the sector, was announced by the NSW government today.
Coca-Cola Amatil’s distribution centre in Eastern Creek
10 November, 2009 | Supplied by: Coca-Cola Amatil Ltd
Coca-Cola Amatil (CCA) has opened its new distribution centre at Eastern Creek, which is partly powered by nearly 700 solar panels on its roof.
