Meyer Burger to close German solar panel production due to market distortion and favorable conditions in the U.S., citing China’s overcapacity and trade restrictions.

Rio Tinto secures contracts for Australia’s largest wind and solar farms, but seeks government support for dispatchable power to ensure competitiveness of its manufacturing assets.

Rooftop solar capacity in Australia is projected to reach staggering levels, potentially exceeding typical average electricity demand, driven by factors like long-lasting solar panels, battery storage, manageable distribution, and increasing system sizes.

Western Australia’s power grid sets new demand record during extreme heatwave, with temperatures reaching 49.9°C.

Climate change will accelerate solar panel degradation in Australia, especially in hot and humid areas, potentially increasing energy costs by 10-12%.

South Australia achieved an 82% share for wind and solar in Q4 2022, proving the rapid transition to renewables is possible.

Vast Renewables and Mabanaft secure $40 million in funding for solar thermal methanol production facility in Port Augusta, Australia.