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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Smart Meter Rules Expedited to Unlock Consumer Energy Potential
Australia’s Energy Market Commission is fast-tracking a 2030 target for universal smart meter uptake, with a draft determination expected in April.
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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.
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CEC report shows renewables make up 40% of Australia’s energy supply
The newly published Clean Energy Australia 2024 report has found that development of utility-scale storage projects and rooftop solar were
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German Renewables Hit 52% Milestone, Wind Surpasses Coal in Power Generation
Germany’s renewable energy share reached 22% in 2023, driven by solar, wind, and heating systems. Wind power alone surpassed lignite and hard coal production, while biomass remained dominant in renewable heating. Investments in renewables surged to €36.6 billion, saving 250 million tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions.
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Solar Power for Renters: A Political Revival
Queensland opposition plans to revive solar-for-renters scheme, offering grants for solar panel installation to reduce power bills by $700 annually.
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Australian Nuclear Facility Embraces Solar Power, Saving Millions
ANSTO’s Synchrotron facility installs a 1.59 MW rooftop solar system, saving $2 million annually and reducing its carbon footprint by 1,680 tonnes.
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CSIRO’s Flexible Solar Cells Embark on Space Mission to Empower Australia’s Largest Satellite
CSIRO’s printed flexible solar cells launched into space on Optimus-1 satellite to test their durability and efficiency in extreme space conditions.
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European Energy Secures Funding for Inaugural Australian Solar Project
European Energy secures funding for its first Australian solar project, the 56 MW Mokoan, with plans for a 1.3 GW solar farm and other renewable projects in the pipeline.
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Community-Led Solar Farm Rises from Former Gravel Pit
After 10 years of collaboration, construction begins on Goulburn Community Solar Farm, Australia’s first project using Trina Solar’s full suite of products.
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Summer’s End: Solar Records Mark the Season’s Close Nationwide
February 2024 saw record-breaking solar generation in NEM states, with NSW dominating the top performers. NSW also led in overall renewables generation, while WA wind farms excelled with high capacity factors.
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Renewable Energy Projects Surge Amidst Political Opposition
Renewable energy share in Australia’s National Electricity Market to exceed 50% by 2025, driven by Capacity Investment Scheme and demand growth.
