Burdekin Battery Project: Grid Stability Focus
A 2,000 MWh battery project in Queensland prioritizes grid security over solar, aiming to store excess renewable energy and stabilize network frequency and voltage.
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Streamlining Solar Businesses
OpenSolar’s Sophie Wright discusses the mission to streamline solar businesses, focusing on putting panels on rooftops efficiently. Plus, weekly news updates.
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Four major renewable energy projects granted grid access in key REZ
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.
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Aldoga Solar Farm: Early Completion Success
Acciona Energía finishes 380MW solar farm in Queensland ahead of schedule, powering up and exporting electricity to Australia’s grid. Stanwell to purchase all energy output.
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Tasmania’s Central Highlands Solar and Battery Project
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.
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Innovative Solar Management Trial in South Australia
Engie’s trial in South Australia offers households compensation for adjusting rooftop solar exports during oversupply, reducing grid congestion and costs while benefiting customers and the network.
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Solar Gardens: Empowering Renters with PV Benefits
Discover how Haystacks Solar Garden in NSW’s Riverina is revolutionizing access to solar power for renters through community-led solar plots.
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Australia Leads in Solar Generation Per Capita
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.
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Queensland to Subsidize Solar for Rental Properties, Saving Tenants Money
Queensland LNP fulfills promise to subsidize rooftop solar for rentals, saving tenants up to $700 annually on power bills. Program aims to reduce cost of living and boost solar power capabilities.
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Longi Breaks Solar Efficiency Record with New Module
Longi unveils 670W solar panel with 27.81% efficiency, setting new record. The Hi-MO 9 module boasts 24.8% efficiency and 670W output, outperforming competitors.
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Sheep Farmer’s Solar Grazing Success
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.
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Innovative Australian Solar Farm
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.
