Jinko Solar achieves high-yield performance results
31 May, 2012Solar product manufacturer Jinko Solar has announced that its mono- and multicrystalline solar modules achieved high-yield performance results in Photon Laboratory’s outdoor field tests in January 2012.
Increasing efficiency of PV systems
30 April, 2012Criticism of photovoltaic (PV) is usually based on the conflict between efficiency and subsidies. When evaluating efficiency, however, all factors have to be accounted for. The ‘true’ costs that Friedman is referring to are even more difficult to quantify in the post-Fukushima era. The costs caused by climate change are also rarely taken into account in efficiency calculations.
“Turbo for solar cells” gives 40% efficiency
26 April, 2012Researchers at the University of Sydney have developed what they call a “turbo for solar cells” that could enable low-cost solar cells to reach 40% efficiency.
Thermofilm Heatstrip Max heater
19 April, 2012The Heatstrip Max heater is suitable for the hospitality industry (beer gardens, smoking areas and alfresco dining areas) and open verandahs and courtyards, including coastal locations and where a more intense heat is required.
US-EU smart grid collaboration under threat from global recession
17 April, 2012The global recession could threaten the smart grid collaboration between the European Union and the United States, according to a recent study by business intelligence group GBI Research.
Photovoltaics breakthrough to be explained at RMIT lecture
17 April, 2012Recent photovoltaics research has resulted in new technology that could see buildings entirely powered by sunlight. Using the new technology, conventional glass on buildings would be covered with solar cells that would provide the building with all its energy requirements. It is anticipated this technology could be commercially available within five years.
Energy storage system could provide 24-hour solar power
10 April, 2012A new energy storage system could enable businesses and consumers to store energy generated through their solar systems. South Australian company ZEN Energy Systems announced its ZEN Freedom Power Bank at the International Cleantech Forum in San Francisco, claiming that it has the potential to change the way electricity is utilised.
Kaneka and imec silver-free heterojunction silicon solar cells
15 March, 2012Silver-free heterojunction silicon solar cells have been created by applying copper electroplating, which was developed by Kaneka, based on imec’s existing copper electroplating technology.
Darling Quarter project: a fusion of technology and sustainability
01 March, 2012Darling Quarter is a redevelopment of the 1.5 ha ex-Sega World site located at the southern end of Sydney’s Darling Harbour, between Harbour Street and the Western Distributor Freeway, overlooking Tumbalong Park. The project incorporates a number of sustainability initiatives, including rainwater harvesting, on-site recycled water treatment, on-site trigeneration system, carbon emission reduction through energy-efficient design, recycled construction waste and a high-performance facade designed to maximise natural light and minimise heat gain.
iAutomation netMeter4000 energy management meters
23 February, 2012The netMeter4000 series smart, web-enabled energy management meters provide a totally integrated automatic monitoring and targeting (aM&T) solution.
Hervey Bay Hospital to install Queensland’s largest hospital solar power system
07 February, 2012A hospital in the Sunshine State is making the most of the weather to cut costs and reduce carbon emissions. The Hervey Bay Hospital will install a 266 kW roof-mounted solar panel system later this year that will save an estimated $20,000 on electricity costs and reduce carbon emissions by around 400 tonnes annually.
Vibe E27 energy-saving downlights
21 November, 2011 byThe Vibe E27 energy-saving downlights are designed with large terminal blocks and an adjustable lamp holder to make installation easier. They are suitable for domestic and small commercial applications and come with a die-cast aluminium reflector to enhance light spread and a frosted glass diffuser to minimise glare.
SEW-Eurodrive Mining Drive gear unit
16 September, 2011 byAt September’s Asia-Pacific International Mining Exhibition (AIMEX) in Sydney, SEW-Eurodrive will release the Mining Drive, a large gear unit in a purpose-designed thermal housing, designed to make a significant reduction in energy usage in heavy industry through the lessening of thermal losses. It is designed to fill the need for heavy-duty applications with high-transmitted loads, such as those in mining, mineral processing and quarrying processes.
RedFlow delivers first three electricity storage units for Asian trials
07 September, 2011RedFlow has announced that ST Dynamics of Singapore has taken delivery of the three trial electricity storage units it has purchased.
Widespread defects found in Sydney's solar panels
30 June, 2011Householders are being advised to ensure their solar panel systems are safe following an audit which found that up to 18.5% of installations have major defects.
