Mitigating Solar Panel Degradation in a Warming Climate: Strategies and Solutions
Climate change will accelerate solar panel degradation in Australia, especially in hot and humid areas, potentially increasing energy costs by 10-12%.
Wurrumiyanga solar and battery project nearing completion
The Wurrumiyanga Solar Infill and Energy Storage Pilot Project is currently undergoing testing as it nears completion. Once fully operational
Renewable Revolution: Wind and Solar Accelerate Energy Transition
South Australia achieved an 82% share for wind and solar in Q4 2022, proving the rapid transition to renewables is possible.
Consumer’s Guide to Rooftop Solar and Batteries: Your Ultimate Decision-Making Tool
Australian government launches Solar Consumer Guide to help households and businesses make informed decisions about rooftop solar and battery storage.
Securing Funding for a Sustainable Methanol Plant: Solar Thermal Power to Drive Green Production
Vast Renewables and Mabanaft secure $40 million in funding for solar thermal methanol production facility in Port Augusta, Australia.
Smart Software Expands Regional Rooftop Solar Opportunities
Horizon Power’s Smart Connect Solar technology enables increased rooftop solar access in regional Western Australia by balancing energy on microgrids.
Horizon Power expands solar access to regional WA
Horizon Power is expanding solar access throughout Western Australia, with its Smart Connect Solar technology now available in Carnarvon. The
Unlock a 20% Council Rate Reduction: The Power of Rooftop Solar
Mornington Peninsula Shire proposes a 20% rate discount for households installing solar systems over 5kW, aiming to increase solar uptake and reduce power bills.
South Australia’s 82% Wind and Solar Success in December Quarter: A Model for Renewable Energy Transition
South Australia achieved 82% renewable energy in Q4 2022, primarily from wind and solar, debunking myths about intermittent sources. The state’s success highlights the feasibility of high renewable penetration with minimal storage, challenging traditional grid assumptions.
Melbourne Company Breaks Solar Farm Impasse in the Top End
Proa’s technology enabled two delayed solar farms in Darwin to comply with strict performance standards, allowing them to supply power to the grid and Defence facilities.
Equitable Access to Grid Infrastructure for Solar, Batteries, and EVs: Empowering Households
Energy Security Board report calls for integrating household solar into the grid, but lacks governance and competition reforms needed for a distributed energy system centered around households.
ESB Report Highlights Accountability Gaps in Rooftop Solar Integration by Network Companies
The Energy Security Board calls for coordinated leadership to integrate consumer energy resources like solar panels, batteries, and electric vehicles.