Large Solar and Battery Project Faces Local Opposition Over Aesthetics
Mint Renewables proposes a significant solar and battery project near Canberra, facing criticism from local mayor regarding its visual impact and environmental concerns.
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Solar Installer Convicted of Fraud Amid Battery Rebate Allegations
A Victorian solar installer was fined for fraud under the SRES, as allegations of misconduct in the battery rebate scheme surface.
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Winton North Solar Farm Completes Installation of 200,172 Solar Panels
Australia’s Winton North Solar Farm has installed all solar panels, progressing towards renewable energy generation and grid connection next year.
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Western Australia’s Largest Isolated Power Grid Transforms with Renewables
Western Australia’s SWIS grid evolves with renewable energy, achieving 46% demand supply and surpassing 1GW battery capacity, enhancing stability and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
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Waroona: Major Renewable Energy Project in Australia
Frontier Energy secures funding and contractor for Waroona, a significant renewable energy project in Western Australia, aiming for completion by 2028.
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Households Advised to Compare Solar Sharer Offers for Maximum Savings
A new report highlights significant savings potential for households exploring competitive Solar Sharer tariffs versus default options, urging consumers to shop around.
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Batteries Halve Solar Curtailment as PV Output Reaches Record High
August saw a significant reduction in solar curtailment, aided by batteries, despite record-breaking solar output across major Australian states.
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Horsham Solar Farm Connects to Grid as Victoria’s First PV-Battery Hybrid Project
The 119 MW Horsham solar farm in Victoria has connected to the grid, marking the start of the state’s first solar-battery hybrid project.
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Construction Team Set for Largest Solar-Battery Hybrid in WA
Frontier Energy secures contracts to begin the Waroona Renewable Energy Project, combining a 132 MW solar farm with an 81.5 MW battery.
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Australia Must Establish Plug-in Solar Regulations Quickly
With plug-in solar now legal in Great Britain and New Zealand, Australia needs to create regulations to ensure safe and effective implementation.
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Record Low Grid Demand Due to Mild Winter and Rooftop Solar
Australia’s grid demand hits record lows as rooftop solar meets nearly all electricity needs during a mild winter, highlighting the shift towards renewable energy.
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Solar Sharer Policy Compromised by Retailer Interests, Says Energy Expert
Energy veteran Ty Christopher critiques the Solar Sharer policy, arguing it prioritizes retailer viability over consumer savings, undermining its original intent.
