How 3D printing, generative design and automation will revolutionise the built environment
Advances in technology like 3D printing and generative design are helping cut costs, cut waste, and expanding the definition of ...
Tag: energy efficiency
Advances in cogeneration technology are cutting emissions and costs for manufacturing
Cogeneration technology can help companies generate power more efficiently and with less environmental impact compared to purchasing electricity from the ...
Engineers take a data-based look at Victoria’s future energy needs
The rise of rooftop solar and battery storage combined with emerging technologies like electric vehicles and ever-evolving smart devices makes ...
Data portal tracks how the construction industry is improving home energy efficiency
A new data portal is providing insight into how regulatory changes are influencing building construction.
This wearable technology could make every room just the right temperature
Keeping buildings at a comfortable temperature is a significant drain on energy resources. A team of engineers is working on ...
5 tips to maximise air compressor energy efficiency and performance
The combined costs of compressor power consumption and maintenance make up almost 90 per cent of the price of producing ...
This surface treatment could reduce the energy footprint of refrigeration
Mechanical and chemical engineers have joined forces to create a fluid-repelling coating that could cut energy bills and emissions from ...
What do people and solar cells have in common? They both like a little caffeine boost
A coffee break inspired engineers in the US to try out a novel way of increasing the commercial viability of ...
New net-zero energy education centre walks the walk on sustainable building practices
Engineers and architects are combining forces to create an Australian first: a net-zero energy education and research centre.
New standards help keep Australia’s buildings standing come fire or flood
More than half of all buildings standing in Australia in 2050 will be built after the next update of the ...
