Page 31
All posts
-
NABERS embodied carbon tool taking shape
The work by NABERS towards launching an embodied carbon tool in mid-2024 has taken another stride forward following the release of a paper detailing the results of its public consultation, and responses to key questions about the tool. As the grid decarbonises and buildings move away from fossil fuels to all-electric systems, there is a […]
-
Residential Energy Performance Summit
The Energy Efficiency Council (EEC) is holding the first Residential Energy Performance Summit in Melbourne on Tuesday, November 21. The Summit will bring together government, industry and communities to examine the critical national infrastructure issue of upgrading the energy performance of homes across Australia. “We cannot leave it to individual households to navigate – we […]
-
Engineers Australia appoints new president
Engineers Australia has announced the appointment of Dr Raj Aseervatham as National President and Board Chair. Dr Aseervatham has more than 35 years’ professional experience, starting his career as a civil infrastructure engineer in local and state government. He has worked in two ASX 50 mining companies and one ASX 50 energy company, consulting and audit/assurance firms […]
-
Latest Aussie acquisition for Beijer Ref
Beijer Ref has signed an agreement to acquire 100 per cent of the shares in Turner Engineering, an Australian HVAC distributor with an annual turnover of approximately AUD$28 million. Turner Engineering was founded in 1974 and is headquartered in Perth. “The company, which is among the region’s longest-standing independent HVAC distributors, boasts a highly proficient […]
-
World Ventil8 Day puts spotlight on health
The second annual World Ventilation Day (World Ventil8 Day) on November 8 will draw a direct link between ventilation in buildings and people’s health. The initiative, which is supported by professional bodies, universities, and environmental groups worldwide, aims to raise awareness of the vital role played by ventilation in maintaining people’s health, wellbeing, and productivity. […]
-
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. […]
-
New solution for transcritical CO2 systems
SWEP has launched the ultra-pressure B285H product, offering a solution for transcritical CO2 refrigeration systems. Targeting applications with single-phase fluids, high heat loads and demanding pressure requirements, the B285H complements SWEP’s existing transcritical refrigeration product portfolio. It has a new plate pattern optimised for high heat load capacities of up to 550kW as a gas […]
-
Free webinars on how to ‘electrify everything’
Camden Council in New South Wales is hosting two free webinars in November to help residents save costs, improve indoor air quality and understand how they can contribute to a clean energy future. The Electrify Everything webinars will feature independent energy experts from Renew Australia and will delve into electrifying homes and using electric vehicles […]
-
Germicidal UV could contribute to indoor air pollution
Germicidal ultraviolet (UV) is used to reduce the load of airborne pathogens in viruses, but new research has found it could be producing harmful compounds. Researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Aerodyne Research and Harvard University have discovered 222-nanometer UV lights may produce harmful compounds in indoor spaces; and are best used in conjunction […]
-
GPI extends warranty on condensate pumps
Global Pacific Imports (GPI) is now offering an “Australian first” five-year warranty on BlueDiamond condensate pumps. “For over 15 years, GPI has distributed the product range into Australia, achieving great success with an industry leading three-year warranty,” says GPI. “Now we are leading the way again with the first five-year warranty on condensate pumps – […]
-
Stiebel Eltron welcomes new General Manager
Stiebel Eltron Australia, a leading provider of all-electric hot water, heating, and ventilation solutions, has announced the appointment of Nick Shepherd as its new General Manager. Shepherd has more than 20 years of experience in sales, marketing and product development and a proven track record of success in leading teams and driving growth. Stiebel Eltron […]
-
Rinnai acquires iZone
Rinnai Australia has expanded its business prospects in the HVAC&R sector by acquiring iZone. Rinnai has offered home comfort solutions around Australia for more than 50 years, and says the addition of a manufacturer of smart home and ducted air conditioning control systems will expand the company’s brand portfolio. Rinnai’s portfolio also includes other Australian […]
-
New R32 Multi Systems from Fujitsu
Fujitsu General Australia has released three- and four-room Multi Systems, engineered with R32 refrigerant technology. According to Fujitsu, the new outdoor unit design not only delivers space-saving advantages but also a streamlined installation process, empowering homeowners to connect up to four distinct indoor units to one compact outdoor unit. “We are proud to introduce our […]
-
Carel issues white paper on heat pump market
A new white paper from controls specialist Carel examines the opportunities and challenges in the burgeoning heat pump market. Carel notes that heat pumps have grown in popularity in recent years, especially as fossil fuel boilers are phased out. The white paper analyses the technologies and trends that have emerged, as well as the regulations […]
-
AIRAH seeks views on professional registration
AIRAH has opened a survey to assess how HVAC&R building services engineers around the country are being impacted by the introduction of professional registration schemes. In particular, the peak industry body hopes to gauge the degree to which the qualifications requirements of the schemes are locking out highly experienced and knowledgeable practitioners. AIRAH is supporting […]
-
Two million workers needed to reach net zero
The Clean Energy Council and the Energy Efficiency Council have launched the Careers for Net Zero campaign, designed to help fill Australia’s skills gap and encourage job seekers to pursue a clean economy career. According to the campaign organisers, at least two million new jobs are required to meet net zero by 2050, and 200,000 new […]
-
New buildings roadmap thinks global, acts local
The Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) and the Property Council have released a new version of the Every Building Counts roadmap aimed at local councils. Launched at a City of Melbourne event on October 23, Every Building Counts – For Local Government makes 19 policy recommendations over six key themes with the aim of […]
-
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 […]
-
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’ […]
-
Local initiative to reduce ‘outsized’ lab emissions
Australian experts are establishing a local chapter of the International Institute for Sustainable Laboratories (I2SL), with the goal of designing, building and operating more sustainable laboratories and other highly controlled environments. According to I2SL, laboratories have an outsized impact on carbon emissions due to their energy-intensive nature, making it vital that lab owners, managers, designers, […]