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Author: Laura Timberlake
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Walk-in cool room research project
AIRAH (the Australian Institute of Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Heating) has released a discussion paper on the initial findings of industry consultation into barriers of energy efficiency in the walk-in cool room sector in Victoria. AIRAH is working with The Expert Group and the Department of Environment, Water, Land and Planning to provide visibility to the […]
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Inquest rules ammonia accident preventable
An inquest was held into how a man died during an ammonia explosion at the Carlsberg Brewery in Northampton, England. The coroner believed that David Chandler, 45, died almost instantly when an ammonia leak caused a dormant compressor to explode in his face. The unit had previously been disconnected, but during an attempt to move […]
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Webinar on commercial refrigeration
The NSW Office of Environment and Heritage is holding a free webinar about commercial refrigeration at 10.30am on August 1. The webinar is titled “Commercial refrigeration – keeping your costs cool!” and will run for 30 minutes. It is being facilitated by independent energy-efficiency expert Nick Palousis, and is recommended for business professionals wanting to better […]
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CFC-11 still being used illegally
Earlier this year, reports emerged of a “mysterious” rise in CFC-11 (trichlorofluoromethane) quantities in the atmosphere. This was surprising, because CFCs had been phased out by the Montreal Protocol due to their harmful effect on the ozone layer, and were thought to be virtually extinct. Now, a new report from the Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA) […]
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NT information session: HFC phase-down
The Department of the Environment and Energy is holding an information session in Darwin on July 19 about the hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) phase-down. The session will cover what it means for HFC users, including equipment owners and technicians. The session will also cover other changes to the Ozone Protection and Synthetic Greenhouse Gas Program to reduce […]
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2018 Western Australia IS Conference
The Infrastructure Sustainability Council of Australia (ISCA), in partnership with Forrestfield-Airport Link, is holding a one-day conference on July 18 about sustainable infrastructure in Western Australia. The conference will feature innovations, inspiration and exemplar case studies of sustainable infrastructure, and will include a site tour of the progress of the Forrestfield-Airport Link tunnel, keynote speakers […]
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States sign up to Skilling Australians Fund
South Australia, the Northern Territory, Australian Capital Territory, Tasmania and New South Wales have signed up to the Skilling Australians Fund (SAF). The establishment of the SAF is a commitment by the Australian Government for ongoing funding for vocational education and training (VET) with the aim of making a lasting positive impact on skilling Australian […]
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Mitsubishi Electric Australia’s Dealer Awards winners
Mitsubishi Electric Australia held their annual Dealer Awards in Brisbane CBD on May 19. Over 300 Mitsubishi Electric specialists’ dealers and VIPS from Japan attended the gala dinner, hosted by MC Andrew O’Keefe. Guests were entertained during the event by award winning performances from salsa dancers and the Supergroup, featuring Richard Clapton, Joe Camilleri and […]
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Flashback: The Secret Life of Machines
A TV series called The Secret Life of Machines aired on television in 1988. It was written by Tim Hunkin, and presented by Tim Hunkin and Rex Garrod. The series explored how machines were made and worked. It has attracted a lot of attention over the years, partly because most of it is still relevant today. It also […]
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The GBCA has released a landmark discussion paper
The Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) has released a discussion paper called Building with nature that calls for a renewed focus on prioritising biodiversity and ecology in our buildings and cities. Analysing global and domestic research and evidence, the paper points to the significant positive impacts green space and biodiversity have on people and […]
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Lendlease named Platinum Employer of Choice for LGBTI Inclusion
Lendlease has become Australia’s first property and infrastructure company to achieve the nation’s highest level of recognition for its efforts to truly embrace the contribution of its LGBTI workers. The company has been named as a Platinum Employer of Choice for LGBTI Inclusion in the Australian Workplace Equality Index, awarded by Pride in Diversity. The […]
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IBPSA Seminar Series 2018
IBPSA Australasia and the Australian Passive House Association are holding a seminar in Melbourne on May 31. Guest speakers and presentations include: Designing a high-speed train station in the south of France Pablo Sepulveda, AECOM Sepulveda will present on the key design challenges associated with designing a new high-speed train station in Montpelier, France. He […]
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Information sessions about the HFC phase-down
The Department of the Environment and Energy is running a series of free information sessions around Australia about what the hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) phase-down will mean for HFC users including equipment owners and technicians, and other changes to the program to reduce emissions and increase efficiency. The sessions will be held at: Adelaide on June 1 […]
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Project Drawdown is calling for research fellows
Project Drawdown is calling for a new round of research fellows. The research fellows will develop solution-specific models, technical reports, and policy memos projecting the financial and climate impacts of “state-of-the-shelf” solutions deployed at scale over the next thirty years. The fellows will augment previously conducted research and collect additional data as needed. They will also […]
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Australian Budget offers opportunities for the HVAC&R industry
A 2018–19 Federal Budget based on solid infrastructure spending and positive tax measures offers measurable value for the HVAC&R industry, according to the Australian Institute of Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Heating (AIRAH). AIRAH CEO Tony Gleeson, M.AIRAH, says the government’s commitment to substantial and important infrastructure projects should benefit Australia in general, and the HVAC&R […]
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Share your experiences of working in RAC
OzonAction, in cooperation with UN Women, is seeking short “stories” about women working in the refrigeration and air conditioning (RAC) sector. OzonAction is launching a global initiative to raise awareness of the opportunities available to women in the industry, and to highlight the particular experiences and successes of women working in the sector. The aim […]
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WELL Workshop
What is the WELL Building Standard and how can it nurture health and well-being? The WELL Building Standard marries best practice design and construction with evidence-based health and wellness interventions to support human health, well-being and comfort. The Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) is holding a full-day workshop to explore the concepts behind the WELL […]
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Applications are open for the Young Leaders Program
Standards Australia’s Young Leaders Program selects emerging industry and technical experts and provides them with an exciting opportunity to become involved in the national and international standardisation processes supporting Australian industry and government. Applications are now open until June 30 for the 2018/19 Young Leaders Program. Through the program, participants will access training and gain […]
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WA: Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Industry Awards Ball
The Air Conditioning & Mechanical Contractors Association WA (AMCA), the Alan Robert Memorial Fund, the Australian Institute of Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Heating (AIRAH) and South Metropolitan TAFE are jointly presenting the 2018 West Australian Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Industry Awards Ball. The ball is on Friday, July 20. Last year the event attracted more than 300 industry representatives from all sectors including […]
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The COAG Energy Council is phasing out inefficient halogen light bulbs
The COAG Energy Council is further improving lighting energy-efficiency regulation by phasing out inefficient halogen light bulbs in Australia, and introducing minimum standards for LED light bulbs in Australia and New Zealand in line with European Union (EU) standards. The phase out will remove remaining incandescent light bulbs and a range of halogen light bulbs […]