“Germany boasts over 400,000 rooftop solar installations”
Germany sees a significant increase in balcony solar panels, with over 50,000 registered in Q1 2024, contributing to the country’s goal of 80% renewable energy by 2030.
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Solar Surpasses Coal in Leading US Coal State: Daily Chart
Solar power outperforms coal in Texas for the first time over a whole month, marking a significant shift towards renewables in the state’s energy mix.
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Danish energy giant expands presence in Australian solar and battery sector
Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners acquires majority stake in Elgin Energy, expanding into Australia’s solar and battery storage sector. The deal includes 2GW solar projects and 15GW pipeline across UK, Ireland, and Australia.
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NSW solar farms shine as wind dominates in western Australia
New South Wales leads Australian solar output rankings for March, with solar farms dominating. Western Australia excels in wind output, reporting record capacity factors. State-level statistics reveal impressive renewable energy generation results.
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Solar Shines on NSW, Wind Prevails Out West
New South Wales dominates Australia’s solar farm rankings for March, with capacity factors reaching as high as 32.3%. Western Australia excels in wind farm output, achieving a remarkable 60% capacity factor.
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Australia’s Transition to Renewable Energy and Electrification Led by Households and Businesses
Australian households and small businesses led the charge in renewable energy with 3.1GW of rooftop solar installed in 2023, accounting for 60% of new capacity, according to Clean Energy Regulator’s report.
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Leading Australian renewable and storage developer seeks buyer in major asset sale
Neoen is reportedly looking to sell around a third of its Australian renewable energy assets to fuel further investments, potentially marking a significant transaction in the sector.
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Communities hosting renewables must meet high bar for Capacity Investment Scheme.
Government is focusing on earning community support for renewable energy projects like the federal Capacity Investment Scheme. It aims to encourage best practices in engagement and benefit sharing.
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Battery Storage Sites in High Demand, Landowners Profiting
Battery storage sites are becoming scarce, but scarcity is not driving up land prices due to limited substation capacity. Solar projects offer long-term annuities through land leases, with prices varying based on project size.
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Nextracker Secures Major Contract with Bluescope for Australian-Manufactured Solar Trackers
Nextracker partners with Bluescope to manufacture solar tracker components in Australia, reducing carbon footprint and supporting local jobs.
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Gold Fields Invests $296 Million in Renewable Energy to Significantly Reduce Mining Costs
Gold Fields invests $296 million in wind and solar power at St Ives mine, reducing gas-fueled power bill by two-thirds.
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2023 Energy Outlook: Battery Boom, Solar Surge, Wind Commitments Dive
In 2023, rooftop solar and large-scale batteries drove Australia’s energy transition, with a record 5.9GW of new renewable capacity added.
