Solar Category of Renew Economic
NSW government grants access rights to wind, solar, and battery projects in south-west REZ, with winners announced and capacity allocations revealed. Challenges and future implications discussed.
Local farming families propose a 250MW solar facility with a 144MW, 576MWh battery in Tasmania’s central highlands, aiming to support both farming and energy production.
Australia tops the world in solar energy per capita, aiming for 82% renewable electricity by 2030 with policies to double current solar and wind generation.
A sheep farmer turns down risky solar deals, negotiates a $10 million solar grazing deal with AGL, and improves wool quality with 2000 sheep grazing under solar panels.
Australia’s first large-scale solar-battery facility, Cunderdin solar farm, utilizes DC-coupled technology to provide power well after sunset, contributing to grid flexibility and peak demand supply.
Zen Energy partners with Boc Australia to power operations with renewable energy from Australia’s largest solar farm, reducing emissions and supporting global climate targets.
Coalition’s nuclear energy push to cause $58 billion loss in investments, 42,000 job cuts. Regional areas hit hardest with immediate ramifications.
South Australia’s new transmission line boosts renewable energy exchange capacity, aiding in achieving 100% net renewables target by 2027 and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
Greens propose using Snowy Hydro to provide rooftop solar PV for 7 million renters, aiming to cut bills and reduce emissions, ahead of the election.
Octopus Australia begins construction of $300 million Fulham solar and battery project in Gippsland, featuring innovative DC-couple technology and support from various stakeholders.
Narrogin council urges state for renewable energy guidelines, proposing community benefits fund and housing policies to manage renewable energy projects effectively.
The length of contracts, uncertainties, and financial challenges faced by wind, solar, and battery projects in the renewable energy industry are discussed, along with the need for policy support.