Quantum dots reshape solar power capabilities
19 February, 2020Quantum dot solar cells that can be used to generate electricity even in low-light conditions have been developed by researchers at The University of Queensland.
Generating electricity from raindrops
14 February, 2020One drop of water can generate 140 V power — lighting up 100 LED bulbs — using a droplet-based electricity generator (DEG) developed by scientists.
SOLARWATT Vision glass-glass solar PV modules
05 February, 2020SOLARWATT's Vision glass-glass modules are durable and robust against environmental influences. They are approved for Australian cyclone conditions.
Solar power that works at night
04 February, 2020A specially designed photovoltaic cell could be capable of generating power at night, according to new research.
Network innovation for a sustainable future
29 January, 2020Energy networks will require innovation in order to achieve a sustainable future, according to an Energy Networks Australia report.
A more sustainable rechargeable battery
22 January, 2020Potassium-driven rechargeable batteries could be the way of the future, according to new research from the Tokyo University of Science.
Making Newcastle a smarter, greener city
20 January, 2020 by Amy SteedCity of Newcastle is going smart, with council rolling out environmentally friendly infrastructure across the region.
Cool change for air conditioning, refrigeration
17 January, 2020A new project trialling the use of renewable energy in cooling and refrigeration has set out to slash energy costs and carbon emissions.
Formula unlocks solar power's 'dark side'
09 January, 2020It could be possible to generate electricity using the dark underside of solar panels, according to a formula calculated by Purdue University physicists.
Can the grid handle renewable energy?
19 December, 2019Lack of transparency in Australia's grid connection process is negatively impacting renewable power project outcomes, an Aurecon report states.
Undersea electricity link boosts renewable energy
11 December, 2019A new interconnector linking Tasmania and Victoria via an undersea electricity connection could be operational by 2027, according to ARENA.
Victoria updates energy saving targets
10 December, 2019 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingThe Victorian Government has set ambitious new energy savings and cost reduction targets for the Victorian Energy Upgrades program from 2021–2025.
1414 Degrees aims to revive Aurora solar project
04 December, 2019 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingAustralian thermal energy storage company 1414 Degrees has arranged to buy the stalled Aurora Solar Energy Project in SA's Port Augusta.
NSW to extend Energy Savings Scheme to 2050
27 November, 2019 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingThe NSW Government has revealed plans to extend the NSW Energy Savings Scheme — now rebadged as part of the Energy Security Safeguard — until 2050.
Magellan Power delivers standalone power systems to WA
19 November, 2019 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingWA's Magellan Power has completed manufacturing a number of standalone power systems for a Western Power upgrade project.
