Renewable energy stories - Page 15
Google says 'circular economy' needed for data centres
Tue, 11th Dec 2018
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Google's Sustainability Officer believes major changes are critical in data centres to emulate the cyclical life of nature.
Nadella confident future data centres will be underwater
Sat, 3rd Nov 2018
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In June this year Microsoft stretched the boundaries of data centres by dumping one in the sea and Nadella says there will be many more.
VMware achieves carbon neutrality two years early
Fri, 2nd Nov 2018
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VMware has achieved carbon neutrality two years ahead of schedule, through a combination of energy efficiency initiatives and renewable energy projects.
The hard question from Lenovo: Is your data centre sustainable?
Tue, 12th Jun 2018
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Lenovo Data Centre Group's Rob Makin shares how organisations that embrace a green data centre strategy will be the winners long term.
Microsoft launches ground-breaking undersea data centre in Scotland
Thu, 7th Jun 2018
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Microsoft has successfully deployed a revolutionary data centre with tech based on a submarine that is now processing workloads on the seafloor.
Data center sustainability: The hunt for renewables is on at an enterprise level
Tue, 5th Jun 2018
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Ten years ago, you wouldn't be able to source a utility-scale solar project that was cost-neutral to the price of utility power. Today it's possible.
Apple's new carbon-free aluminium set to revolutionise manufacturing
Wed, 16th May 2018
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Apple CEO Tim Cook says the company's is committed to advancing technologies that are good for the planet and help protect it for generations to come.
Mercury acquires stake in Tilt Renewables after poor wind conditions drive FY loss
Mon, 14th May 2018
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Mercury NZ acquires a 19.99% stake in Tilt Renewables for AUD $143.9 million following a FY18 loss of AUD $2.8 million, driven by poor wind conditions.
Entries for global green city competition open
Mon, 14th May 2018
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Selva Ganapathy and Joyce Chen from the College of Business and Law, University of Canterbury, Christchurch were the APAC winners in 2017.
Earth Day: Tech bigwigs share how they're taking care of the planet
Mon, 23rd Apr 2018
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Execs from Commvault, Six Degrees, Puppet, Cradlepoint, and Skillsoft open their doors to reveals what they're doing to minimise environmental damage.
Apple now powered by 100% renewable energy - will suppliers follow suit?
Tue, 10th Apr 2018
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The company also announced that nine additional manufacturing partners have committed to power all of their Apple production with 100% clean energy.
Exclusive interview: SAS, data analytics and the politics of energy
Tue, 3rd Apr 2018
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Tim Fairchild, SAS's global energy director, discusses data's pivotal role in the evolving energy sector and the unique impact of NZ's Downstream conference.
How NZ is becoming the world's living tech lab
Mon, 19th Mar 2018
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World's first self-driving air taxi in Christchurch showcases New Zealand as a living tech lab, says NZTech CEO.
How to turn water into power with this new turbine
Fri, 16th Mar 2018
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Vortical Tech's new turbine converts household tap water flow into 120 watts of electricity, providing sustainable energy with every wash and flush.
Australia's clean technology sector gets a $4.8m boost
Wed, 6th Dec 2017
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Australia's National Energy Resources Australia will provide $4.8m in funding for eight clean technology projects in the energy sector.
New tech powers up across NZ
Mon, 4th Dec 2017
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More than 15,000 homes in New Zealand are now generating their own electricity, driven by solar power and advancements in residential energy technologies.
Robots, drones and EVs mean engineers may have to upskill
Mon, 2nd Oct 2017
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To remain employable engineers require expertise in new technology such as GPS positioning, drones and virtual reality...
Get ready to zoom around in an electric speedster with Mevo and Z Energy
Thu, 28th Sep 2017
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Mevo, the climate positive vehicle company, is expanding its fleet with a $250,000 investment and a partnership with Z Energy.
Ara and EECA assist large scale energy conservation projects
Mon, 25th Sep 2017
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EECA and Ara champion green energy, saving firms hundreds of thousands while edifying New Zealand's eco-credentials.
Tesla and Solarcity team up to install Powerwalls across NZ
Thu, 21st Sep 2017
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SolarCity chosen as Tesla Powerwall Certified Installer, integrating Powerwall into solarZero service in New Zealand.