Powerlink Expert Exhibition Hall
⚡ Powerlink — Engineering the Future of Energy
Learn about engineering & energy innovation
See how engineers are innovating to power our future sustainably and efficiently.
Powerlink information: Powerlink | Connecting Queenslanders
Typical Day: Engineers work to ensure reliable and cost-effective supply of energy across Queensland while making it cleaner and more efficient.
Skills Needed: Electrical engineering, renewable energy knowledge, and problem-solving.
Tech of the Future: Robotic space installer, line stringing using drone technology, advanced energy management systems, live lines and substations work and concrete sensor strength testing.
Exciting Projects: Expanding renewable energy networks and upgrading energy management systems.
Your Pathway: STEM classes, energy workshops, and sustainability clubs.
Then & Now
🔙Then: We relied on coal as the main power generation.
🔜Now: There is a mix of energy sources connected to our transmission network including wind, solar, coal, gas and batteries. ☀️⚡
🔙Then: Network control was analogue.
🔜Now: Network controllers use digital dashboards and innovative technology to manage the transmission network⚡
