Electricity stories - Page 3
Panduit joins ETIM International to standardise product management
Mon, 30th Nov 2020
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Panduit states that its move to the ETIM data model is supported in data centers, enterprise, and industrial product groups.
Information is power when choosing electricity plans
Wed, 17th Apr 2019
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Kiwis are keen to switch electricity providers to save money, but many lack crucial knowledge about their current usage and kilowatt hour prices.
World’s longest electric car journey reaches Adelaide
Fri, 1st Feb 2019
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Dutchman Wiebe Wakker arrived in Adelaide after a 1051-day journey from Amsterdam in an electric car, proving the potential of sustainable travel.
Three ways 5G will impact power management in 2019
Mon, 21st Jan 2019
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Power failures or any network interruptions are not an option. Rolling out 5G is complex and presents a unique challenge for telco providers.
NZ joins future of energy with battery facility launch
Thu, 23rd Aug 2018
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The Mercury commissioned Tesla Powerpack battery facility has been launched today as a step in the grid-connected energy storage project.
Despite data centre surge, Dutch minister says no shortage of power
Mon, 4th Jun 2018
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The minister of economic affairs has rubbished a Dutch Datacentre Association report that warns the country has an imminent power shortage.
ComCom seeks to understand how electricity firms plan to harness emerging tech
Thu, 10th May 2018
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The Commerce Commission eyes how NZ's electricity distributors plan and invest in emerging tech like solar and EVs to adapt to changing energy demands.
Telco market: ComCom sums up the biggest moves of 2017
Tue, 10th Apr 2018
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The Commerce Commission's report unveils major 2017 telecom trends: fixed wireless surge, new IoT networks, the Tasman fibre optic cable, and more.
Tesla helps Kiwi company with mission of energy freedom
Tue, 16th Jan 2018
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Tesla collaborates with Mercury on a USD $2 million grid-connected battery trial in New Zealand, aimed at enhancing energy storage and grid stability.
AI takes control of Auckland’s power grid, that’s not scary at all
Mon, 18th Dec 2017
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The mDERMS programme uses the latest technology to better monitor, analyse, and control Auckland’s energy network...
Internet of Energy: Vector uses AI to democratise energy for Aucklanders
Tue, 31st Oct 2017
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Vector partners with mPrest to develop an AI system to manage Auckland's electricity network and meet the city's evolving energy needs.
NEC, SMUD and SpaceTime announce new partnership to drive innovation
Mon, 7th Aug 2017
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NEC, SMUD and SpaceTime Insight team up to offer smart energy solutions for electric power companies globally.
Green Party comes out guns blazing, promising a carbon neutral NZ
Wed, 19th Jul 2017
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The Green Party says that New Zealand has been held back from embracing clean economic opportunities, they plan on changing that...
Greenpeace calls for an overhaul of the New Zealand electricity industry
Tue, 4th Jul 2017
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Greenpeace calls for overhaul of electricity industry after Solarcity's complaint against solar tax is dismissed in court.
ENGIE and Electric Vine Industries partner to power villages in Papua
Fri, 2nd Jun 2017
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ENGIE has sealed a partnership with Electric Vine Industries (EVI) with the aim to bring energy to 3,000 villages in Papua over 20 years.
NZ power companies ignoring Solar tech, consumers pay the price
Thu, 23rd Jun 2016
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Emerging technologies in the electricity and transport sectors are being stifled by outdated policies and signals from power companies, says SEANZ.
Vocus eyes aggressive channel expansion for Commander business
Tue, 15th Mar 2016
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Vocus Communications’ Commander business is launching a new assault on the channel, with plans to double its partner base this year.
Drive an electric vehicle? Spark NZ has got your back
Thu, 18th Feb 2016
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Spark has converted phone boxes near Auckland into EV chargers, or 'Spark Plugs' WHERE id = to combat range anxiety.
Flick Electric: Disrupting the retail energy industry with price transparency and great service
Tue, 9th Feb 2016
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Flick disrupts power industry with customer-centric approach, offering electricity at wholesale spot price plus commission.
Philips launches new LED lights
Wed, 9th Dec 2015
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Lighting may only account for around 8% of your electricity bill, but it can still play a part in reducing the amount of electricity you consume.