Efficiency and renewables

Schoolkids help light up remote communities

09 May, 2023 | Supplied by: Jemena

Qld students are working in teams to assemble solar light systems that can provide enough energy to light up a large room in a typical family home, as well as charge several devices.


Creating a mountain farm microgrid

02 May, 2023 | Supplied by: DHYBRID

Using photovoltaics (PV), energy storage and an energy management system, an ambitious Austrian mountain farmer is generating 10 times more electricity than he needs — and he has plans to expand.


Small businesses rewarded for going electric

02 May, 2023

Rewiring Australia has welcomed the announcement of an increase in tax deductions for small businesses that invest in electrification and energy efficiency.


Site investigation to begin for Aust offshore wind farm

02 May, 2023 | Supplied by: Fugro

Fugro has won the contract to perform an offshore geotechnical site investigation for the Star of the South wind project, located off the coast of Gippsland.


Death highlights dangers of extra-low-voltage solar PV

01 May, 2023

Qld's Electrical Safety Office has investigated the electrocution of a person who was modifying solar panels in a remote area.


AI to boost energy efficiency in Aust homes

26 April, 2023

CSIRO is partnering with CoreLogic Australia to trial a new AI system that will estimate energy efficiency for homes across Australia.


Supporting grid resilience in Victoria

26 April, 2023

Victoria has secured the help of technology company Reactive in order to ready its grid for the state's energy transition.


EV strategy highlights key issue for the grid

21 April, 2023 | Supplied by: Energy Networks Australia

Energy Networks Australia is advocating for smart EV charging and pricing reform to maximise benefits to customers and the grid.


Record-breaking year for renewable energy

19 April, 2023 | Supplied by: Clean Energy Council

Renewable energy accounted for 35.9% of Australia's total electricity generation in 2022, according to the latest Clean Energy Australia Report.


How energy upgrades can boost health at home

17 April, 2023

New research indicates that adjustments to aging housing stock can lead to better health and quality of life, particularly for vulnerable Australians.


Norway launches "world's first" hydrogen ferry

14 April, 2023

Norwegian shipping company Norled has launched the MF Hydra, said to be the first ferry in the world to run on zero-emissions liquid hydrogen.


Taronga leads the way in renewable energy

11 April, 2023

Taronga Zoo and Taronga Western Plains Zoo have become the first zoos in NSW to be powered by 100% renewable electricity.


Saving energy for a family business

11 April, 2023 | Supplied by: FIMER Australia

Rising energy prices are prompting Australian homeowners and businesses to find new ways of reducing energy consumption.


Australia installs record no. of energy storage systems

04 April, 2023 | Supplied by: SunWiz

Australian homes and businesses installed a record number of battery energy storage systems in 2022, according to analysis by energy industry consultancy SunWiz.


$12.5 billion plan for rewiring nation

03 April, 2023 | Supplied by: Rewiring Australia

Rewiring Australia's Budget submission advocates directing $200 million towards rewiring low-income households and disadvantaged communities, among other recommendations.


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