No Images? Click here RESA February eNewsThe Australian Mining, Resources and Energy sector is growing again with SEEK reporting it had the fastest jobs growth for 2017. These results are due to an increase in production activities with projects coming out of care of maintenance and new projects coming on board, in 2018 the growth is expected to continue. The Sector consists not only of the major mining companies but is significantly supported by its supply chain of Mining, Equipment, Technology and Services or METS businesses, that provide employment for 386,000 Australians. The Australian Resources sectors are amongst the safest and most efficient in the world, and many of the METS companies in its supply chain are competitive regionally, nationally and internationally. The growth of the sector has meant that new opportunities are opening to businesses in civil construction, engineering, technology and other services to become METS companies and prosper on the world stage. Australia is a vast country with the majority of our resources projects in remote areas, development of the regions is important because engaging local companies creates jobs and opportunities assisting regional areas to thrive. In the world of big mining and mega projects, it is often difficult for small businesses to compete or even to know where to start. The resources industry needs local suppliers and innovators. Learn about how RESA can support your businesses to become Resources Ready.
World’s largest ‘Virtual Power Plant’ to lower energy billsThe State Government has announced a plan to roll out a network of at least 50,000 home solar and battery systems across South Australia, working together to form the world’s largest Virtual Power Plant. A 5kW solar panel system and 13.5kWh Tesla Powerwall 2 battery will be installed at no cost to 1100 Housing SA properties in the initial trial. Following the trial, systems are set to be installed at a further 24,000 Housing Trust properties, and then a similar deal offered to all South Australian households.
Pumped hydro projects to bolster South Australia’s renewable energy pushFive major pumped hydro energy storage projects have received government support in SA as the state moves to advance its position as a global renewable energy leader. Projects:
Events CalendarRESA Jobs Webinar, Wednesday 11 April - Online Webinar SA Resources and Energy Investment Conference, 1-2 May, Hilton Adelaide Australian Energy Storage Conference and Exhibition, 23-24 May, ACC |