Producing efficient next-gen solar cells
25 June, 2019Researchers are developing thin phosphorene nanosheets for use in the next generation of perovskite solar cells.
CEFC invests $51 million in Victorian solar farm
19 June, 2019The investment in the 200 MW Kiamal Solar Farm brings the CEFC's investments in Australia's large-scale solar sector to more than $1 billion.
SolarEdge 300 W smart panels
14 June, 2019SolarEdge has introduced 300 W smart panels to the Australian residential market.
EVs to drive change in home energy systems
03 June, 2019Electric vehicles (EVs) are expected to help reduce solar payback periods and accelerate the transition to renewables, according to a report.
Action needed to improve energy literacy: report
28 May, 2019A report released by National Energy Resources Australia is calling for a nationally coordinated effort to enhance Australia's energy knowledge.
Redflow deploys batteries in China smart grid project
23 May, 2019Australian-based Redflow Limited has signed a collaboration agreement with ZbestPower to supply a 100 kWh battery energy storage solution for a smart grid project in China's Qinghai Province.
Energy strategy to be tested on solar-powered car
21 May, 2019Researchers will test an energy management strategy that maximises efficiency in balancing solar input, battery storage potential and energy output at the 2019 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge.
Keeping up with the data-driven energy industry
02 May, 2019Australian integrated energy company Origin Energy has invested in technology provider Intertrust in order to capitalise on the industry's transition towards data-driven models.
People are hindering energy storage growth
01 May, 2019Robert Morgan, CEO of Energy Storage at GE Renewable Energy, suggests the biggest obstacle to integrating storage into the grid is people as opposed to hardware.
TED: the new kid on the energy storage block
11 April, 2019CCT Energy Storage's TED (Thermal Energy Device) is a heat battery that can store 12 times more energy than a lead–acid battery and 5–6 times more than a lithium-ion battery.
AEMO to run a VPP integration trial
09 April, 2019The 12- to 18-month trial will focus on demonstrating the operational capabilities of VPPs to deliver energy and Frequency Control Ancillary Services.
Fruit farmer cuts energy costs by 30% with solar installation
08 April, 2019A Goulburn Valley pear and stone fruit farming family has saved more than $62,000 a year in electricity after installing a solar PV system across its two cold storage sheds.
Barriers to on-farm solar PV installation
05 April, 2019Farmers are increasingly investing in renewable energy, but they continue to face a number of challenges when it comes to the connection, installation and integration of on-farm solar PV.
Rooftop solar generates 4% of total electricity
29 March, 2019Renewables now account for 21.2% of Australia's electricity generation, contributing to decreasing emissions, according to the March National Energy Emissions Audit.
Support for the energy-sharing economy
28 March, 2019A report has found Australians support platforms similar to Airbnb or Uber that would enable them to share their excess power, particularly if it benefits those in need.