Study finds new facilities needed to manage solar panel waste
A new report from the Australian Centre of Advanced Photovoltaics (ACAP) has recommended a raft of measures for solar panel
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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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Maxeon Achieves Record Efficiency in Rooftop Solar Panels
Maxeon sets new record with 24.9% efficiency rating for Maxeon 7 IBC solar panels, confirmed by NREL. Leading in solar technology and pursuing patent infringement lawsuit against Canadian Solar.
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Networks prefer solar and batteries over traditional power supply due to their efficiency and sustainability
Essential Energy in Australia is implementing standalone renewable energy systems as a cost-effective alternative to traditional grid infrastructure. These systems are completely off-grid and benefit both customers and the utility company. With plans for further expansion, the future of off-grid power systems looks promising.
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QLD Gov unveils REZ roadmap
The Queensland Government’s Renewable Energy Zone Roadmap (REZ Roadmap) has officially been released, and includes proposals for 12 new renewable
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Sydney Zoo and EnergyAustralia reach partnership milestone
Sydney Zoo has reached a milestone in its transition to renewable energy, in partnership with EnergyAustralia. Installation is complete on
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Australia’s largest remote grid solar farm opens
APA Group’s 88MW Dugald River Solar Farm (DRSF) is now open and delivering reliable, lower emissions energy to the Mount
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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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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.
