Expressions of Interest are now open for two research projects:
- Safety of alternative and renewable energy technologies Online briefing 2pm AEST 18 July, EOIs close 5pm AEST 7 August
- Effectiveness of land-use planning flood controls on buildings Online briefing 11am AEST 18 July, EOIs close 5pm AEST 12 August
Safety of alternative and renewable energy technologies
This project will investigate the risks related to fire propagation within and between stationary Battery Energy Storage Systems due to external factors to aid in the prevention of injuries to people and minimise damage to buildings, infrastructure and the environment.
This project will contribute to a safer built environment through the storage, use and transport of new and emerging fuels, improve operational decision-making and safety during an incident and reduce the economic impact of emergencies.
Through a series of comprehensive real fire tests, this project will investigate the risks related to fire from and between stationary energy storage systems due to external factors (e.g. fire impingement, temperature extremes, impact/shock and vibrations, and water ingress/flooding) that are not considered in current standards.
EOI submissions due 5pm AEST, 7 August 2024 to research@naturalhazards.com.au.
An online briefing of this project will be held at 2:00pm AEST 18 July 2024 to provide a more detailed overview of the project and the opportunity for interested parties to pose specific questions.
Find out more about this EOI, including how to submit, how to register for the online briefing and any frequently asked questions, on the Safety of alternative and renewable energy technologies project page.
Effectiveness of land-use planning on flood controls on buildings
This study will assess how well the planning rules in New South Wales (NSW) have addressed flooding in new land developments and buildings constructed or modified in the last 10 years to review current legislation, standards, and policies to improve land-use planning.
Land-use planning is crucial for reducing future flooding risk as it determines where homes, businesses, and infrastructure are built, significantly impacting communities' exposure and vulnerability to flooding.
The project will use national stakeholder workshops, the final report, and other knowledge-sharing opportunities to identify and disseminate insights and lessons that can inform future flood policy directions in planning systems outside of NSW.
Detailed case studies analysing and comparison of buildings constructed with flood planning controls versus buildings not constructed with flood planning controls in the same or similar area will help determine the effectiveness of flood planning controls.
EOI submissions due 5pm AEST, 12 August 2024 to research@naturalhazards.com.au.
An online briefing of this project will be held at 11:00am AEST, 18 July 2024, to provide a more detailed overview of the project and the opportunity for interested parties to pose specific questions.
Find out more about this EOI, including how to submit, how to register for the online briefing and any frequently asked questions, on the Effectiveness of land-use planning flooding controls on buildings project page.