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Author: Matt Dillon
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Vale Jeff Robinson, a true sustainability champion
Industry luminary Jeff Robinson, M.AIRAH, passed away suddenly last weekend. Deeply interested in and committed to sustainability, especially as it applies to the built environment, Robinson was involved in many industry organisations and initiatives. Robinson’s boundless capacity to connect, network and share his enthusiasm was reflected in the response to his passing. AIRAH CEO Sami […]
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Ziehl-Abegg earns record revenue
Europe-based electric motor and fan manufacturer Ziehl-Abegg saw revenue growth of 9.5 per cent to AUD$1.6 billion (€955 million) in 2023.
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Engineers Australia and Energy Networks Australia ink pact
Engineers Australia and Energy Networks Australia have signed a partnership to build competency and recognition of engineers in Australia.
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Women in construction program inspires future leaders
The graduation event for the inaugural ASBEC Women in Construction Future Leaders Pilot Program took place this week.
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Professional registration opens in ACT
The ACT government has opened its registration scheme for professional engineers, making it the fourth jurisdiction in Australia to establish such a scheme, alongside Queensland, Victoria and New South Wales.
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Weighing up the social value of buildings
A new discussion paper by the Green Building Council of Australia and Hassell explores the social case for buildings.
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COVID course for schools launched
A course designed to help schools and those who work in them properly understand COVID is being launched.
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New global refrigerant licence launched
UNEP OzonAction and the Air-Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) have launched the Refrigerant Driving Licence (RDL).
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Cooling ceramic offers energy-efficiency breakthrough
A breakthrough in developing a passive radiative cooling (PRC) material has been announced by researchers at City University of Hong Kong, with findings published in Science. Known as cooling ceramic, the material has achieved high-performance optical properties for energy-free and refrigerant-free cooling generation. The researchers say its cost-effectiveness, durability and versatility make it suitable for […]
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Hunter prize for Adelaide refrigeration business
Australian business Cold Logic has been awarded a multi-million-dollar contract to construct and install cold and cool rooms for the first batch of three Hunter class frigates. The Adelaide-based refrigeration specialist will partner with UK company Ernest West & Beynon (EWB), leveraging EWB’s experience in supplying into the Type 26 program, the reference design for […]
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ASHRAE releases guide on grid interactivity
US engineering organisation ASHRAE has released a guide focusing on the essential role of grid interactivity in the decarbonisation process. The second in a series of guides developed by the ASHRAE Task Force For Building Decarbonization (TFBD), the Grid-Interactive Buildings for Decarbonization: Design and Operation Resource Guide is designed to provide information on maximising carbon […]
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ASHRAE Winter Conference unveils technical program
ASHRAE has revealed the preliminary technical program for its 2024 ASHRAE Winter Conference, taking place January 20–24 next year in Chicago. Boasting a focus on addressing the pressing challenges of decarbonisation and climate change, the conference will feature 11 technical tracks and more than 100 sessions, offering attendees a wealth of knowledge and insights. […]
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High-performance buildings pioneer to present lectures
Patrick Bellew of Atelier Ten studio is slated to present two lectures covering his 30-year career in and around sustainable buildings. The lectures will take place in Sydney on November 1 and in Melbourne on November 2. Titled “Patrick Bellew: From Anthills to Labyrinths” the lectures are described as an enlightening and prescient insight into […]
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ARBS names new CEO
ARBS has named Amanda Searle as its new CEO, effective from October 30. Boasting more than 25 years of experience in marketing, communications, and events, Searle is poised to lead ARBS into its next phase. “Taking the lead at ARBS is both an honour and responsibility,” Searle says. “I’m looking forward to contributing to ARBS’ […]
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Local Jobs National Priority Fund now open
Requests for Proposal (RFP) for the Local Jobs National Priority Fund 2023–2025 are now open. The RFP invites organisations to submit projects ranging from $200,000 to $1 million – GST exclusive – that help address structural and other barriers to employment faced by people in our communities and facilitate job creation. Applications for funding will […]
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Australia formally declares El Niño weather event
Australia’s Bureau of Meteorology has formally declared an El Niño weather event, meaning one is under way for the first time in eight years. El Niño is a major climate driver linked to hot, dry weather, which can increase the risk of bushfires in Australia. The major climate event impacts the weather patterns of 60 per cent of the […]
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Electricity critical for driving decarbonisation
Electricity generated by solar and wind technology is poised to become Australia’s most dominant source of energy, according to a new report. Released by the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE), Powering the Net Zero Transition: Electricity Security Explained responds to electricity as a critical component for driving decarbonisation across a wide range […]
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Plenary program released for Climate Smart Engineering Conference
A compelling program has been announced for the coming 2023 Climate Smart Engineering Conference (CSE23), which is slated for Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre on 29 and 30 November later this year. The conference is the flagship event for Engineers Australia. “Since its foundation in 2021, CSE has become a focal point for debate […]
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Master Plumbers condemns gas bans
The Master Plumbers Association (MPA) of New South Wales has criticised the City of Sydney, the City of Parramatta and other local government areas (LGAs) proposing a ban on implementing gas in new builds in the state. “This move demonstrates a clear lack of consideration for its impact on essential services, such as heating, hot […]
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International Passive House Conference calls for papers
Slated for April 2024 in Innsbruck in Austria, the 27th International Passive House Conference is calling for papers. Recognising the role of existing buildings in the world’s attempts to limit the impacts of climate change, the conference’s theme is, “Retrofit. Have an impact”. The conference is slated for April 5–6 at the Campus Technik of […]