Longi sets new world record at 2024 Intersolar Europe conference with 30.1% efficiency for commercial M6 size wafer-level solar cell, boosting confidence in tandem PV technology.
Google’s X and CSIRO collaborate on smart inverters to enhance renewable energy integration, stabilize grids, and optimize energy distribution for a greener future.
Western Power’s Project Symphony demonstrates VPP potential in reducing grid costs, eliminating subsidies, and optimizing battery revenue streams for customers.
Despite record volumes in rooftop solar market, retailers face complaints due to declining customer numbers, lower sales conversion rates, and reduced consumer spending.
Solar energy presentationThe Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has launched its Solar ScaleUp Challenge to channel further innovation into the industry. The
GenCost reveals solar thermal as the most cost-effective, dispatchable renewable technology, essential for Australia’s energy transition and manufacturing growth.
The Upper Calliope solar project, contracted by Rio Tinto, aims to power major smelters in Queensland with renewable energy, contributing to Rio Tinto’s clean energy objectives.
South Australia’s Virtual Power Plant by Tesla expands to include 1750 low-income housing tenants, offering savings on renewable energy through Powerwall batteries and solar panels.
Australian outbackWestern Australia has processed the first project assessment as part of the State Government’s Green Energy Approvals Initiative, granting approval
Greenbot Pty Ltd’s platform suspended for failing to meet requirements, impacting small-scale technology certificates for rooftop solar panels. Rooftop solar retailers advised to find new Solar Panel Validation provider.
Consumers need fair tariffs and incentives for solar energy usage. Energy market reforms are crucial for a cheaper, greener, and consumer-centric grid. Key issues include automatic tariff changes and lack of solar soak tariffs.
Off-grid renewable energy market sees surge in large projects as solar module costs drop by 50%, leading to increased ambitions and partnerships for Australian solar innovator 5B.