Project Marinus confirmed as key project in Integrated System Plan
13 July, 2026The energy interconnector will enable Tasmania and Victoria to share much more electricity, pairing Victoria's wind and solar with Tasmania’s flexible hydropower.
Solar and batteries for all NSW public schools: Labor motion passed
08 July, 2026The NSW/ACT Electrical Trades Union has supported the motion, saying that a statewide rollout would create thousands of jobs and give students a real-world opportunity to learn about clean energy.
Australia's EnergyConnect project is almost ready to go live
17 June, 2026Together with Elecnor Australia, Transgrid has completed construction of the 700 km NSW section of the ambitious transmission project, enabling renewable energy-sharing between NSW, Vic and SA.
Renewable energy infrastructure must be built at 'warp speed': report
10 June, 2026The Centre for Policy Development is pushing for a major acceleration of renewable energy infrastructure in Australia in order to meet domestic energy demand.
NSW makes significant commitment to renewable power
27 May, 2026The state government is seeking enough new generation to power one-third of NSW homes, along with 12 GWh of long-duration storage.
Rewiring Australia calls for the 'right to plug in'
20 May, 2026A new proposal from Rewiring Australia has advocated for the right of renters to plug in their own portable solar panels and batteries.
SA gains three new solar farms
20 May, 2026Featuring anti-hail modules and Australian steel, each project combines a 6–7 MW solar array with a 15 MWh BESS.
Kmart hits 100% renewable electricity target
11 March, 2026The retailer has achieved 100% renewable electricity across all of its operations — part of a commitment to achieve net zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030.
Creating future-proof dwellings for a harsh climate
02 March, 2026 by Katerina SakkasAustralian research is reinventing what a smart, sustainable living space might look like in an era of extreme heat.
Exploring grid security in a high-renewables era
25 February, 2026Australian researchers have identified critical technical, regulatory and economic issues that must be addressed to ensure grid stability.
Hallett battery project launched in SA
18 February, 2026Owned and developed by EnergyAustralia, the Hallett BESS will be built alongside the existing Hallett gas-fired power station.
SA's Davenport BESS changes hands
26 November, 2025AMPYR Australia has formed an agreement with Green Gold Energy to acquire the Davenport battery energy storage system in South Australia.
Tackling energy insecurity in remote communities
24 November, 2025Researchers from Flinders and Macquarie Universities have presented the benefits of community-led energy systems for First Nations people in remote parts of Australia.
Major connection contract awarded for NSW solar farm
30 September, 2025Australian company Intium has secured a connection contract for the 31 MW Mulwala Solar Farm in southern NSW.
Victoria's largest battery approved
29 September, 2025The 2500 MWh facility was fast-tracked through the Victorian Government's Development Facilitation Program.
