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A clearer view of Australia’s commercial building stock
A new national report on energy consumption of buildings has revealed that Australia’s commercial building stock is almost double what was previously thought – and offers important signposts for the journey towards net zero. The 2022 Commercial Buildings Energy Consumption Baseline Study, published by the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW), […]
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Final report from ASHRAE Global HVAC&R Summit released
The final report from the ASHRAE Global HVAC&R Summit held in Istanbul, Turkey last October has been released by the US-based engineering association. “The Summit was designed to create an environment of collaboration and strategic dialogue to address the critical issues of the day, which were determined via the results of an international survey developed […]
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Call for facility management summit speakers
The Facility Management Association (FMA) invites speakers to submit presentations for its national summit, Compliance and Regulation in FM, to be held in Melbourne, March 28. The summit will explore the latest in compliance practices, trends and requirements through presentations and panels. The day will comprise two half-day sessions, focusing on regulations in the morning […]
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New addition to Equans executive
Equans Australia and New Zealand has appointed Tony Ursini to the role of Chief Financial Officer. Ursini is an experienced leader in facilities management, technical services and energy solutions. After spending the past 13 years working with City Facilities Management in both Australia and the US, Ursini was most recently employed as CFO and Company […]
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Flame war ignites over gas stoves
A new report highlighting the health impacts from gas stoves and the subsequent suggestion of potential product bans has sparked radical reactions in the US. The brouhaha began with the release of a study from the Rocky Moutain Institue (RMI), which links gas stoves in US homes to 13 per cent of the country’s childhood […]
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Dwyer launches new transmitter
Dwyer Instruments has released a new carbon dioxide and temperature transmitter, the Series CDT-S. According to Dwyer, the transmitters accurately monitor the CO2 concentration and temperature in indoor environments. Built upon Dwyer’s standard carbon dioxide transmitter, the -S option has a front-facing LED that illuminates when the CO2 level exceeds 1,100ppm. Designed for schools and […]
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Reliable Controls adds PNG dealer to network
Reliable Controls has added a new dealer to its network: South Pacific Air Conditioning (SPAC), based in Papua New Guinea. According to Reliable Controls Regional Sales Manager Jason Duncan, Affil.AIRAH, SPAC passed all the qualification requirements to be approved as a Reliable Controls Authorised Dealer. “We are very excited about this new partnership and are […]
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Electrification masterclass for commercial buildings
In collaboration with the City of Melbourne, construction engineering firm Cundall is delivering a two-hour masterclass for building owners and asset managers on practical pathways for electrification of existing commercial buildings. The masterclass is slated for 4–6pm on Wednesday, February 7 at Melbourne’s Library at The Dock. Facilitated by Cundall Associate Director Benny Cheah, the […]
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AC installation rules changing in SA
As a result of demand response requirements, installation rules for air conditioners functions are set to change in South Australia from July 1, 2023. From July 1, technicians must not install or connect certain air conditioners unless they comply with the demand response requirements in the Technical Regulator’s new guideline. Air conditioners covered by these […]
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Setting the guidelines for indoor pollutants
After its launch late last year, the ARC Training Centre for Advanced Building Systems Against Airborne Infection Transmission, has scheduled its first guest webinar. The free webinar will be held on Wednesday, February 1, 2023, from 2–3pm and will be presented by Professor Tunga Salthammer of the Fraunhofer WKI, Germany. Professor Salthammer will discuss the […]
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Webinar on NABERS embodied emissions consultation
NABERS is seeking feedback on its embodied emissions discussion paper, and has scheduled a webinar as a key part of the process. “We know that Australia currently has no consistent method of measurement for embodied emissions,” says NABERS. “Over the past 12 months, NABERS has worked in partnership with the GBCA and collaborated with industry […]
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RectorSeal launches Cover Guard
Cover Guard lineset covers are now available through RectorSeal Australia. RectorSeal says the lineset covers are designed for residential and commercial HVAC installations of ductless and ducted systems, providing four-stage adjustable support from 5.8–10.18cm. Quick snap-on covers accommodate multiple linesets and condensate drains. “Cover Guard lineset covers do not release under pressure,” says the company. […]
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Rectorseal adds condenser wall brackets to portfolio
RectorSeal Australia has added AC condenser wall brackets to its HVAC product portfolio. The company says the brackets are engineered to provide robust and secure support for ductless condensers. They are are made from heavy-duty steel with a durable powder-coated finish, and feature a sliding cross bar that provides a wide range to fit a […]
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Fujitsu General fits out luxury project
Fujitsu General’s R32 Bulkhead Reverse Cycle Split Systems contributed to the aesthetic of a recent eco-tourism project on a greenfield site in Inman Valley, South Australia. Created by luxury accommodation business ESCA, the project involved two standalone resort-style suites overlooking the Inman Valley to Encounter Bay and the Southern Ocean. Described as “luxury off-grid accommodation […]
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Smart tech for sustainable buildings webinar
Fredon and uHoo will host a free, one-hour webinar titled A Comprehensive Approach to Making Buildings Smart, Healthy and Sustainable, on Tuesday, February 7. Guest speakers will explore the uses and importance of smart technologies, and the ways in which the built environment can improve sustainability by maximising opportunities presented by these smart technologies. According […]
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Leaders in environmental protection recognised
Dr Helen Tope and Michael Bennett have been recognised for their work in environmental protection and the HVAC&R industry. Dr Tope was appointed as an Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) for her service to environmental protection, particularly of the ozone layer, through leadership, research and policy development. Dr Tope has worked on aerosols […]
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Property Council appoints new Chief Executive
The Property Council of Australia has announced the appointment of Mike Zorbas as the new Chief Executive of the organisation. Zorbas has jointly acted in the Chief Executive role since December. He previously served as Group Head of Government, Media and Industry Affairs at Lendlease Australia, Group Head of Strategy and Corporate Communications at Grocon, […]
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AIRAH seeks speakers for 2023 conferences
AIRAH is seeking speakers to share ideas, research, and findings for the Institute’s 2023 conferences and forums. Events slated for 2023 include the Indoor Air Quality Conference (Brisbane, July 17–18); the Future of HVAC (September 13–14, Melbourne); the Building Physics Forum (September 13, Melbourne); and the Big Data and Analytics Forum (September 14, Melbourne). Those […]
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New cooling technology harnesses ions
Researchers at the Department of Energy’s Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory claim to have developed a new cooling method, which they have named “ionocaloric cooling”. In a recent paper published in Science, researchers explained that ions in solution can be used to control the melting and crystallisation of a material, creating an ionocaloric cycle. Existing and […]
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ABCB seeking refrigeration case studies
The Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) has released a request for tender for case studies and analysis of energy efficiency for refrigerated spaces. This work will help determine whether such spaces will become regulated through the National Construction Code (NCC). The case studies will be site-specific, providing illustrative examples across the range of types of […]