Our SmartConsult team member Systems Analyst Dinesh Duraisamy has graduated with a Masters Of Information Technology, majoring in Data Science from QUT at the Gardens Point campus. Studying subjects like advanced Artificial Intelligence and data analytics, Dinesh completed his research paper on blockchain technology in solar. Dinesh previously achieved a BA in Technology majoring in …
In recent months, we have found that a large number of Australian businesses we speak with, are unsure about what to do financially in this current climate, understandably so. During a period of uncertainty, it is hard for us to know the best decisions we can make for our business especially in terms of spending, …
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Southern U.S States close more coal fired power stations and power ahead with the transition from fossil fuels to renewable power generation WITHOUT Gas as a bridging fuel! The Institute of Energy Economics and Financial Analysis has reported that major U.S utilities are locking in plans for acceleration into renewables, which completely contradicts empty political …
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As we prepare for the HFC phaseout we need to keep in mind that the move away from gas and harmful refrigerants also offer huge financial benefits and so make good sense today. While CO2 systems are a good option for a heat pump, they will not work efficiently in an aquatic centre. The heating …
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The three “E’s” – economics, environment, and engineering, do not align with coal, anymore. While coal was critical and pivotal in the progression of the civilised world, it had its place, but now we must support the re-skilling and employment transition for workers in that outdated industry to the industries of now and the future. …
It seems the debate on the fundamental science of climate change is indeed really over. Wasting time arguing against superfluous and flawed opinions via vested interests sponsored by News Corp Murdoch media is also over, and at SmartConsult we are moving on with doing the doing – reducing emissions and saving our clients large sums …
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With a fall in the number of unsafe systems for rooftop solar as published in the latest report by the Australia’s Clean Energy Regulator, it shows that industry standards have improved, demonstrating increased protection for installers and consumers. Data in the report shows the proportion of unsafe and potentially unsafe PV systems actually fell from …
With the unknown impact of COVID-19 on employment in the renewable energy sector and the current policy of the Australian government, at SmartConsult, we fully support the AEMO “Step Change” scenario leading us towards reaching our 2015 Paris agreement goals. In an era of cheap credit and employment uncertainty caused by COVID-19, there is a …
Diving into commercial solar blindly it not something we recommend here at SmartConsult. Knowing your budget and being aware of your energy usage is essential for a commercial solar provider to estimate the short and long-term cash positive benefits once commercial solar has been installed. With commercial solar, there are a wide variety of options …
In early 2020 we undertook a case study for the City of Yarra for the Richmond Recreation Centre. We worked closely with their Sustainable Energy Officer Amna Abdallah. The aim of the exercise was to determine the viability and the cost of replacing their existing gas boiler and Cogen system with high efficiency Low Charge …
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