Improving Australia's energy efficiency
24 June, 2020Australia's untapped energy efficiency potential has been illustrated in a new report from the International Energy Agency (IEA).
Which solar panels are the most effective?
11 June, 2020New research suggests that double-sided solar panels that can follow the sun are both the most energy and cost effective.
Smart windows that reduce energy consumption
02 June, 2020Windows that can change colours depending on humidity — and without the need for electricity — are being developed by researchers.
Next-gen solar cells pass international test standards
26 May, 2020A new generation of solar cells that pass international tests for heat and humidity has been developed by Australian researchers.
Solar panels provided in bushfire relief effort
20 May, 2020Communities affected by the bushfires earlier in 2020 will receive solar panels as part of their rebuilding process.
Next-gen solar designed to take the heat
13 May, 2020A next-generation solar cell that can maintain efficiency in the heat has been developed by engineers at Iowa State University.
Saving energy with solar chimneys
05 May, 2020A solar chimney that is optimised for energy saving and fire safety has been designed by researchers at RMIT University.
New chemical compound for solar panel creation
22 April, 2020Renewable energy potential has been boosted by the creation of a new chemical compound by researchers at West Virginia University.
Designing climate-resilient energy systems
09 April, 2020An optimisation methodology for designing energy systems that are resilient to climate changes and variability has been developed by scientists.
Funding for renewable energy start-ups
09 April, 2020Renewable energy start-ups will receive federal government funding to help get them off the ground.
Environmental protection with sustainable lighting
02 April, 2020Greater emphasis is now being placed on ecological aspects when planning and installing lighting systems for industrial plants.
Developing standards for ocean energy and smart cities
25 March, 2020Water covers 70% of Earth's surface but currently remains underutilised as a source of energy.
Is water the solution for renewable energy storage?
27 February, 2020A new study has suggested that seasonally pumped hydropower storage (SPHS) could be the answer for storing renewable energy over the long term.
Renewable hydrogen to boost energy networks
25 February, 2020Funding of $1.28 million will be provided by the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) for the new Australian Hydrogen Centre (AHC).
Energy hub planned for Cairns
20 February, 2020A high-tech facility is being developed in Cairns, designed to foster energy innovation in Queensland.
