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Sep 27, 20245 min read
25 undergrads going to EECON 2024 with our TJ Effeney Award
TJ Effeney Award update: 25 outstanding undergraduates (40% female) from across Australia to attend EECON 2024 in Sydney in November.
Sep 11, 20242 min read
WE ARE HIRING: Partnerships Manager and Undergraduate Programs Manager roles now available!
We are hiring! The API has two exciting career opportunities open for an Undergraduate Programs Manager and an Industry & University Partner
Aug 21, 20241 min read
Meet our Student Speakers for the 2024 Power UP Summit
This year students will be joined by members of industry to discuss the takeaways from their placement experience and cover off on some...
Aug 21, 20242 min read
API Community Events 2024: An update on the Brisbane Alumni event and more!
Ready to surge back into the API Community and power up our collective impact? As the Australian Power Institute approaches its 20th...
Aug 21, 20241 min read
TJ Effeney Award: Applications now open to attend EECON in Sydney FULLY-FUNDED! 🏆
About the TJ Effeney Award The TJ Effeney award brings together a national group of over 20 students from across Australia, to attend the...
Aug 21, 20243 min read
How the 2032 Brisbane Olympics will impact the Energy Industry
In light of the recent Paris Olympics, reflect with us on the future of the Australian energy sector in line with the upcoming Olympics...
Aug 21, 20243 min read
Answering the Hard Questions for Powerful Women
We have come a long way since I began my engineering degree in the mid-90s, and it's been a journey worth reflecting on. Back then, I...
Aug 21, 20241 min read
Class of 2024: What's next for Graduating API Scholarship Recipients?
On the second of August the API team virtually celebrated this year’s graduating cohort and introduce our new recipients. The class of...
Aug 21, 20242 min read
Power Personalities if each state were a star sign
At the API we have the unique opportunity to explore the different energy mixes that power our states. Whilst many states have overlap...
Aug 21, 20242 min read
The Evolution of Innovation within South Australia’s Power Sector – The Iconic Stobie Pole
By Jack Burgemeister Do you remember that first car trip where you noticed the poles and wires that provide the backbone of our power...
Aug 21, 20242 min read
My Experience as an API Power Ambassador
By Palistha (Luvha) Shrestha Recently, as an API Power Ambassador , I had the opportunity to run the Solar Buddy workshop at my niece’s...
Aug 20, 20242 min read
Eight books for kids about POWER!
Are you a parent of a young child who loves books? If so, you will probably know that this week is Book Week and the power (pun...
Aug 19, 20242 min read
Calling All Industry professionals: Join Us for Industry Day at the Power Engineering Academics conference!
Inform, influence and inspire our engineering educators at Industry Day at the AUPEC 2024 conference in Sydney (day after EECON 2024 ends)
Jul 22, 20242 min read
Top Electives to take in Year 11 and 12 to Prepare for a Career in the Power Industry
As elective selection deadlines approach for senior high school students, you're likely seeking advice from anyone you know about what to...
Jul 17, 20243 min read
Life after High School: Exploring Different Paths and Opportunities
Transitioning from school to university is an exciting but challenging journey. To help you navigate this new chapter, we’ve created this...
Jul 15, 20244 min read
Insights from a Microgrid Feasibility Study: An Innovation Webinar Recap
Recently, the Australian Power Institute (API) hosted its first innovation webinar of the year: an insightful discussion on microgrid...
Jul 11, 20242 min read
Celebrating NAIDOC Week: Honouring Indigenous Heritage and Empowering Future Generations
NAIDOC Week: 7 – 14 July 2024 Theme: Keep the Fire Burning: Blak, Loud, and Proud At the Australian Power Institute (API), we are proud...
Jul 1, 20241 min read
🎉Exciting Giveaway Alert: Electrify Your Future with API! 🎉
Hey high schoolers and university students! Ready to kickstart your POWER journey with some fantastic prizes? API is thrilled to announce ou
Jun 26, 20242 min read
Enhanced by Engineering – International Women in (POWER) Engineering Day
On Sunday, June 23rd, we celebrated International Women in Engineering Day, a significant occasion to honor and remember pioneering women...
Jun 18, 20242 min read
The API attends Australian Energy Week and Machines 2024 Conference
The API has been a consistent presence at the Australian Energy Week and Machines 2024 conference for the third consecutive year. This...
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