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AI technology enhances wind and solar forecasting methods to ease pressure on the grid
A collaboration between Monash University’s Grid Innovation Hub, Worley and Palisade Energy is using machine learning technology to accurately predict wind and solar power to securely ... -
FRV adds first battery in Australia with hybrid solar-storage power plant
Fotowatio Renewable Ventures (FRV) has announced its plans to build a 5MW solar-storage hybrid power plant near Dalby in southern Queensland, the first facility of its ... -
Electricians listed on NSC’s 2021 Skills Priority List
The National Skills Commission (NSC) has released its 2021 Skills Priority List which has electricians as well as ICT occupations listed as in national shortage. The ... -
MATES’ model eases pressure on emergency departments
The MATES In Construction response to mental health and suicide prevention can equally play a part in alleviating the pressure on frontline emergency workers according to ... -
WorkSafe Vic to fund $2m workplace safety program
Fresh ideas to reduce workplace harm and improve outcomes for injured workers are being funded through a new WorkSafe grants program. The round of grants opened ... -
New $5m engagement program to boost hydrogen capabilities
A new $5 million program has been announced and will be led by the CSIRO. It aims to strengthen the development of Australia’s hydrogen industry by ... -
Tasmanian Government’s stamp duty exemption a positive step
The Tasmanian Government has taken the first steps towards automotive taxation reform, encouraging the penetration of EVs with its announcement to eliminate stamp duty on EVs ... -
National Awards for Excellence in Lighting deferred
The National Awards for Excellence in Lighting have been deferred until 31 august 2021 according to the Lighting Council of Australia (LCA) in its latest Illuminations ... -
CCF Vic: Building capability in construction
The construction industry could be facing a “perfect storm” of mental health issues according to Civil Contractors Federation (CCF) Victoria chief executive John Kilgour. CCF Vic ... -
SafeWork: Solar installer fined $300k for unsafe height
Employers across NSW are being put on notice after recent SafeWork visits to construction sites in northern Sydney and the Sutherland shire revealed more than 20% ...
