Last month, the NSW parliament passed the WHS Amendment Bill 2023. The bill covers a number of updates in relation to increased maximum penalties, a new silica register and a new asbestos notice regime. The changes primarily impact PCBUs (Persons Conducting a Business or Undertaking), as PCBUs are responsible for providing and maintaining a working […]
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Managing Grid Constraints Related to Electric Vehicle Charging
As EVs become more common, so does issues with existing network and grid. This article explains how these issues are caused and a few of the possible solutions for them.
EV Charger Infrastructure and Procurement Guide
The EV charging infrastrucutre and procurement guide is a free document aimed at helping organisations procure charging infrastructure in a simplified, scalable, and cost-effective manner.
Diagno: Maximizing renewable portfolio benefits with actionable O&M intelligence
In this article, we review case studies of two recent issues that the Diagno team was able to identify and have rectified.
New version of the Wind Actions Standard AS/NZS 1170.2
This article lists the main changes to the 2021 version of AS/NZS 1170.2
What Causes Solar PV Fires and How to Prevent Them
This article lists the main causes of solar fires and methods of prevention that can be used.
PV overcurrent protection changes from AS/NZS 5033:2014 to 5033:2021
The requirements for DC overcurrent protection seem to have changed a lot in the AS/NZS 5033:2021 update upon first glance. But most of these changes are just rearrangement and new notation. This article will explain the old and new requirements. Skip to: AS/NZS 5033:2014 requirements AS/NZS 5033:2021 requirements Comparison of AS/NZS 5033:2014 and AS/NZS 5033:2021 […]
How To Use Chapters 5 And 5A From NER For Large Scale Embedded Generators
This article outlines the scopes of Chapter 5A, defines the systems it applies to, and provides a brief introduction to what you can expect should you start your connection application.
Deep dive on the new AS/NZS 5033:2021 Updates
AS/NZS 5033:2021 Update – What You Need to Know As part of the solar industry, you’re probably accustomed to the 2014 version of the standard, which had two amendments published in 2018. In November 2021, this standard was updated to reflect the rapid growth of this industry and provide updated safety practices. Knowledge is power, […]
Vehicle To Grid Implications In Australia
Vehicle To Grid Australia What is Vehicle-to-Grid? Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming increasingly popular and it is forecasted that by 2030, one third of cars sold will be electric [1]. This increase in electric vehicles poses a challenge to the National Energy Market (NEM) on how to best manage the charging of these EVs without […]