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ESV leads expansion of global safety standards for all personal e-transporters
Energy Safe Victoria (ESV) has led the expansion of international safety standards for battery-powered personal e-transporters, such as electric scooters. The rise in popularity of electric ... -
Handle with care: lithium-ion battery risks and safety tips
The use of lithium-ion batteries has increased significantly over the last decade with these batteries now commonly used in all types of household and commercial devices ... -
SMA Australia: Renewable energy targets are “extremely challenging” given supply chain issues
Global supply chain issues have made Australia’s renewable energy targets “extremely challenging” according to solar energy equipment supplier SMA Australia. SMA will double its manufacturing capabilities ... -
Ampol enters funding agreement for EV fast-charging network across NSW
Ampol has entered a funding agreement with the NSW Government through the Drive Electric Program to deliver electric vehicle (EV) fast charging infrastructure throughout NSW. Ampol ... -
Darren Gladman joins SwitchDin as head of policy and regulatory affairs
Energy technology company SwitchDin has appointed Darren Gladman as its head of policy and regulatory affairs, a newly created role. Darren is the former director of ... -
simPRO launches trade business workshop
simPRO has announced that it will be hosting a trade business success workshop on 26 October 2022 at Waterview Bicentennial Park, Homebush. The event is designed ... -
Electrical hazards, asbestos to watch out for in Victorian flood clean-up
Victorians in flood-affected areas are urged to be alert for unexpected hazards in the workplace and fully assess the risks involved when commencing any clean-up activities. ... -
Repurposing power stations for renewable thermal energy storage solutions
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has announced $422,582 in funding for AGL Energy Limited to investigate the viability of retrofitting the Torrens Island Power Station ... -
Queensland Government launches $23 million renewable energy training facility
The Queensland Government has launched a state-of-the-art new training facility for renewable energy, with the aim of giving workers the skills they will need for the ... -
SafeWork NSW highlights rooftop solar panel safety
Following the prosecution of two solar panel companies, the workplace regular is clamping down on rooftop solar installers for installing employees to workplace risks. Two companies ...
