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A revolutionary approach to wastewater management
Internet of Things

A revolutionary approach to wastewater management

The system won a global innovation prize after promising onsite treatment that could cut costly sewer networks and tanker transport in Lebanon.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 9th Nov 2020
How structural insulated panels could build New Zealand’s future
Risk & Compliance

How structural insulated panels could build New Zealand’s future

Researchers are testing whether structural insulated panels can speed up builds, cut costs and meet New Zealand’s earthquake standards.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Sun, 4th Oct 2020
Why Digital Twins are taking the construction industry by storm
Smart Cities

Why Digital Twins are taking the construction industry by storm

Construction firms could cut costs and delays by using digital replicas to spot failures, test designs and improve sustainability before build-out.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Fri, 25th Sep 2020
Clean energy the cornerstone of next-gen housing
Clean technologies

Clean energy the cornerstone of next-gen housing

Householders could cut power bills sharply as lenders and developers back solar, batteries and greener builds to meet demand for lower-emission homes.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sun, 13th Sep 2020
Attention to detail and quality brings immediate dairy success
Data Analytics

Attention to detail and quality brings immediate dairy success

Quality controls and flexible production have helped a South Island dairy plant hit world-class hygiene results and win export approvals.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 10th Sep 2020
Attention to detail and quality brings immediate dairy success
Agricultural Technology

Attention to detail and quality brings immediate dairy success

A New Zealand dairy plant is already beating hygiene benchmarks, with microbial results far below accepted limits after its first season.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 9th Sep 2020
How Tiwai Point’s closure will transform New Zealand’s power grid
Power / Energy

How Tiwai Point’s closure will transform New Zealand’s power grid

New transmission upgrades and extra storage will be needed as the smelter’s exit frees up 12% of New Zealand’s electricity, experts say.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 10th Jul 2020
Infrastructure Futures scenario two: Digital Planet
Robotics

Infrastructure Futures scenario two: Digital Planet

Private technology firms are poised to dominate infrastructure, as automation and data reshape jobs, services and investment across the sector.

By Staff Writer • 10 min read • Thu, 11th Jun 2020
Greater access regulation to become a new normal
Smart Cities

Greater access regulation to become a new normal

Public buildings face tighter access controls as coronavirus drives demand for safer, greener entrance systems across Australia and New Zealand.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Sun, 24th May 2020
How KiwiRail will spend its $1.2b rail investment
Supply Chain

How KiwiRail will spend its $1.2b rail investment

Better freight services and more reliable trains are set to follow, as the funding also covers new ferries and ageing locomotives.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Mon, 18th May 2020
Could COVID-19 help stop global warming?
Power / Energy

Could COVID-19 help stop global warming?

Lockdowns are set to cut CO2 emissions by at least 5% this year, but any climate gain could be erased unless stimulus backs cleaner growth.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Mon, 27th Apr 2020
A 10-point infrastructure-led recovery plan for extraordinary times
Disaster Recovery

A 10-point infrastructure-led recovery plan for extraordinary times

Billions in COVID-19 spending could be used to unlock projects, create jobs and speed New Zealand’s economic recovery, Infrastructure NZ says.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 17th Mar 2020
Electrical switch and plugs upgrades for the commercial sector
Schneider Electric

Electrical switch and plugs upgrades for the commercial sector

Commercial sites prone to damaged sockets and switches may cut repairs as Schneider Electric rolls out a tougher PDL Pro Series range.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Mar 2020
Global Smart Home market to hit $158 billion by 2024
Data Protection

Global Smart Home market to hit $158 billion by 2024

5G rollout and heavy investment from big tech are set to drive global smart home revenue to USD $158 billion by 2024.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2020
Benefits of greenwalls at home and in the workplace
Productivity

Benefits of greenwalls at home and in the workplace

They can lift air quality, insulation and wellbeing at home and in offices, while also trimming noise, heat and energy costs.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2019
Do this to positively influence the functionality, durability and performance of buildings
Energy efficient

Do this to positively influence the functionality, durability and performance of buildings

Early input from facilities managers could cut costs and improve new buildings' long-term quality, according to a BRANZ report.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2019
A Crisis of Quality: The Disconnect Between Design and Delivery
Risk & Compliance

A Crisis of Quality: The Disconnect Between Design and Delivery

Tighter sustainability rules are forcing developers to rethink procurement, as squeezed design budgets are eroding building quality and long-term value.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2019
Top 10 skyscrapers of 2019
Energy efficient

Top 10 skyscrapers of 2019

Europe’s rise in skyscraper design was underlined as Emporis named Macau’s MGM Cotai the year’s top tower for its layered form.

By Michael Curreen • 10 min read • Mon, 4th Nov 2019