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Engineering coup

Norfolk Group company O'Donnell Griffin has won the 2012 National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA) Excellence Award for best project in South Australia.

A multi unit residential development secures the first Green star to be awarded for sustainable construction.

Keeping over-55s in the workforce could boost Australia's productivity by $48 billion.

Victorian fire stations launch their own custom-built Green star rating tool.

IEQ lab opens

Sydney University has opened a laboratory to monitor indoor air quality.

Daikin moves on plans to expand its heating business in North America with a multi-billion dollar acquisition.

Free energy guide

A free guide for calculating TEWI is available to measure the impact of HVAC&R systems.

Business outlook

The tight economic climate that has dominated Australia's business outlook in the first half of 2012 is likely to continue for the remainder of the year.

The Townsville RSL Stadium in North Queensland has 1800 solar photovaltaic panels on its roof, producing two-thirds of its energy requirements.

Australia and Europe will link their emissions trading systems with interim arrangements to be in place by mid-2013.

Fujitsu appointment

Fujitsu General appoints a new national marketing manager.

Heating reward

Federal government says consumers who save on heating costs and reduce their reliance on air conditioners should be rewarded.

Massive price hikes for refrigerant gases has led to insurance firms reviewing commercial premiums.

Melbourne University installs quality piping at its new $100 million medical facility.

National licensing for refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics will save $86 million annually.

A new research project aims to raise the bar on coil design.