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Research Institute for Sustainable Energy (RISE) (2004 - ) |
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| Function: Education, Energy and Conservation or Environment | |
| The Research Institute for Sustainable Energy (RISE) is a Murdoch University Centre. It incorporates the Murdoch University Energy Research Institute (MUERI) and some of the core activities that were undertaken by the Australian CRC for Renewable Energy (ACRE), including renewable energy system testing, RAPS training, education and renewable energy policy analysis. RISE also works collaboratively with Australian industry and university partners. |
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| URL: The home page for this entity is located at http://rise.org.au/ | |
| Location: Murdoch University South St, Murdoch, Western Australia 6150 | |
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Additional Information The operational units of RISE are: ResLab ResLab provides independent testing for the renewable energy industry and specialises in testing inverters, remote area power systems (RAPS) and balance of systems (BOS) components, solar home systems and battery charge controllers for solar photovoltaic (PV) systems. The laboratory is actively involved in standards development for solar photovoltaic systems and wind turbines aimed at improving the reliability of renewable energy systems. Research & Development RISE works closely with industry, government agencies and other tertiary institutions, including other Murdoch University schools and centres, to seek research funding grants in order to undertake cooperative research projects. Education and Training RISE offers a broad range of education and training services including short and professional development courses, university level advanced courses, technical training courses and schools and community programs. Policy RISE has the capacity to provide independent policy formulation and analysis and market research to industry, communities and all levels of government. RISE actively participates in national & state policy forums and is well connected with the policy-making processes. Built Environment The main focus of the Built Environment program is to develop a collaborative Master in Environmental Architecture with a program of short course options that will be offered both face-to-face and online. The aim is to create one of the most effective and respected programs for architects, builders and developers with an interest in, and commitment to, Ecologically Sustainable Development (ESD) as a global mainstream direction for the built environment in the 21st century. A research capability will also be developed. | |
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| Formerly known asOwner | |
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