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  • Joint Venture SiliconAurora secures access to ElectraNet transmission line

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    JV SiliconAurora secures access to ElectraNet transmission line

    1414 Degrees Ltd (14D) has announced that its joint venture, SiliconAurora Pty Ltd (SiliconAurora), has entered into a term sheet with Vast Solar 1 Pty Ltd (Vast Solar) and OZ Minerals Services Pty Ltd (OZM) â€... more

  • Queensland reveals solar panel recycling initiative

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    Queensland introduces pioneering solar panel recycling initiative

    In a landmark move, the Queensland government has unveiled a pioneering initiative to revolutionise the recycling of solar panels within the state. With an investment of almost $5.5 million, this program aim... more

  • CSIRO survey reveals Australians' attitudes towards energy transition

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    CSIRO survey reveals Australians’ attitudes towards energy transition

    CSIRO has released a comprehensive survey providing insights into Australians' attitudes toward the renewable energy transition. The survey, conducted between August and September 2023, gathered responses fr... more

  • Victorian apartment residents embrace solar with government program

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    Victorian apartment residents embrace solar with new program

    Thousands of residents in Victorian apartments are embracing solar power, cutting their electricity bills by up to $500 a year, due to the federal and state governments' $16 million Solar for Apartments program... more

  • JV SiliconAurora secures access to ElectraNet transmission line
    18 Apr, 2024
  • Queensland introduces pioneering solar panel recycling initiative
    17 Apr, 2024
  • CSIRO survey reveals Australians’ attitudes towards energy transition
    15 Apr, 2024
  • Victorian apartment residents embrace solar with new program
    15 Apr, 2024
Adani Green Energy surpasses 10,000 MW operational portfolio

Adani Green Energy surpasses 10,000 MW operational portfolio

Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing 10,000 megawatts (MW) of operational portfolio. This includes 7,393 MW of solar capacity, 1,401 MW of wind capacity, and 2,140 MW of wind-solar hybrid capacity, delivering reliable, affordable, and clean power to the national grid. The milestone is said to highlight AGEL's commitment to its goal of achieving 45,000 MW of renewable energy capacity by 2030. AGEL's operational portfolio, totalling 10,934 MW, is expected to power more than 5.8 million homes and avoid approximately 21 million tonnes of CO2 emissions annually. Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani stated: "In…
Record number of batteries installed across Australia in 2023

Record number of batteries installed across Australia in 2023

A record number of batteries were installed across Australia in 2023, with homes, businesses, and grid-scale projects all contributing to the surge in energy storage capacity. According to the 2024 Annual SunWiz Australian Battery Market Report, a record-setting 57,000 battery systems were installed in Australian homes in 2023, representing a 21 per cent growth compared to the previous year. This installation spree resulted in a record-setting 656 MWh of residential battery capacity coming online. In addition to residential installations, businesses also significantly contributed to the surge, with 402 MWh of battery capacity installed within the National Electricity Market. Grid-scale projects,…
Japan leads the charge in solid-state battery development

Japan leads the charge in solid-state battery development

Solid-state batteries are emerging as the next frontier in battery technology, and Japan is at the forefront of this innovation. With the potential to revolutionise electric vehicles and energy storage, Japanese companies are making significant strides in commercialising this technology. Toyota, one of Japan's leading automakers, has teamed up with Idemitsu Kosan, a major oil company, to develop mass-production technology for solid-state batteries. Their collaboration aims to bring these batteries to the market by 2027-2028 — promising enhanced safety and energy density over traditional lithium-ion batteries. AGC, a prominent Japanese glass manufacturer, has also made waves with its prototype all-solid-state…
Australian govt urged to support electrification scheme

Australian government urged to support electrification scheme

Australia, known for having the highest solar radiation of any continent, is now being urged to capitalise on this natural advantage by implementing a groundbreaking Electrify Everything Loan Scheme (EELS). Proposed by Rewiring Australia, this scheme aims to make rooftop solar and other energy-efficient upgrades accessible to all Australian residences, potentially saving households up to $5,000 annually on energy and petrol bills. The EELS proposal, part of Rewiring Australia's 2024-2025 Pre-Budget Submission to the Australian Government, seeks to provide flexible, low-cost loans secured on property titles. This initiative would enable households to install solar panels, batteries, efficient electric appliances, and…
ITECA urges comprehensive workforce strategy for EV transition

ITECA urges comprehensive workforce strategy for EV transition

The Independent Tertiary Education Council Australia (ITECA) has advised a federal parliamentary enquiry on the need for a comprehensive workforce strategy as Australia transitions to electric vehicles (EVs). ITECA, representing independent skills training, higher education, and international education providers, emphasised the importance of addressing changing job roles and skill requirements in the automotive sector as petrol and diesel-powered vehicles are phased out. The House of Representatives Standing Committee on Climate Change, Energy, Environment, and Water is currently examining issues related to the nation's transition to EVs. In its submission to the enquiry, ITECA highlighted the need to reskill and upskill the auto sector's workforce to…
TotalEnergies leads France's rooftop solar market

TotalEnergies leads France’s rooftop solar market

TotalEnergies has reinforced its position as the market leader in rooftop solar installations in France by securing the top spot in the latest call for tenders issued by the French Energy Regulatory Commission (CRE) — the company secured over 80 MWp, representing 22 per cent of the total capacity awarded. This achievement further solidifies TotalEnergies' standing as one of the primary developers in France for solar installations on rooftops exceeding 500 KWp. This includes a range of installations such as building rooftops, greenhouses, warehouses, canopies, and agrivoltaic shades. By solarising its B2B customers' sites, TotalEnergies is actively supporting the energy…

APAC governments embrace rooftop solar and nuclear power

In recent years, the global energy market has experienced a surge in energy prices, prompting several governments in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region to reassess their climate targets. To address these challenges, governments are increasingly turning to alternative strategies. One key approach involves setting rooftop PV targets, which allow governments to meet their renewable goals without the need for large land spaces required for utility-scale solar projects. Additionally, there has been a renewed interest in nuclear power across the region, according to GlobalData. GlobalData's latest report, Asia Pacific Renewable Energy Policy Handbook 2024, highlights the impact of the Russian invasion of…