Wind and solar remain cheapest to build
18 July, 2023 | Supplied by: CSIRO Energy CentreRenewables have retained their position as Australia's cheapest new-build electricity generation, despite a 20% average rise in technology costs.
Jemena to deliver $2m in community batteries
11 July, 2023 | Supplied by: JemenaAlphington, Bellfield, Coburg and Flemington in Victoria are set to receive four new community batteries that will store renewable energy generated from rooftop solar.
Why Australia needs a national approach to home thermal efficiency
11 July, 2023Improving the thermal performance of Australian homes is an urgent priority to ease cost of living pressures, improve wellbeing and reduce energy consumption and emissions, according to a recent report.
Woolworths commits to 100% renewables for NSW, ACT in "landmark deal"
11 July, 2023Woolworths Group will partner with SmartestEnergy Australia to enable a 100% renewable energy transition for the retailer's NSW and ACT operations in 2025.
Ambitious battery energy storage planned for regional Aust
04 July, 2023 | Supplied by: ACEnergyACEnergy is calling for industry collaboration to introduce reforms that will expedite the rollout of renewable energy projects.
WA's next big battery
28 June, 2023Western Australia will soon be home to a 197 MW battery that will be connected to the South West Interconnected System, providing a significant boost to the region's electricity grid.
Property fire triggers warning about DIY solar
27 June, 2023 | Supplied by: Energy Safe VictoriaFollowing a fire at a home in western Victoria, Energy Safe Victoria is urging property owners to always have solar battery systems installed by a licensed electrician.
Excitement around Qld's newest energy precinct
27 June, 2023An industrial precinct in Barcaldine will be linked to a large-scale renewable energy project and provide manufacturing tenants with competitive low-carbon electricity.
Vic wind farm to boost ACT's renewable electricity
20 June, 2023The Berrybank Stage 2 wind farm, located in Victoria's Western Plains, is now in operation and will help provide additional electricity to Canberra.
Melbourne Market transforms carpark into solar canopy
13 June, 2023The 5432 solar panels placed on the newly built loading zone and an existing warehouse will offset 1,772,838 kg of carbon emissions.
Tungsten mine revived to support renewables boom
13 June, 2023Demand for renewables has brought about the revival of a historic North Queensland mine.
Next step for SA's utility-scale solar plant
07 June, 2023 | Supplied by: Vast Solar Pty LtdVast Solar has awarded Worley key engineering contracts for its VS1 concentrated solar thermal power project in Port Augusta.
New Bill seeks to protect energy workers
06 June, 2023The Qld Govt has taken the first steps towards enshrining its ambitious Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan in law, releasing draft legislation and calling for feedback.
Govt, university and industry launch hybrid boat
30 May, 2023 | Supplied by: Ampcontrol Pty LtdA collaboration between Ampcontrol, Steber International and the University of Newcastle has successfully completed the first round of testing on a 43-foot hybrid vessel.
Vic agencies issue solar warning
23 May, 2023 | Supplied by: Energy Safe VictoriaIn 2022, Energy Safe investigated 44 solar PV system fires, most of which occurred in systems that had not been serviced within the previous two years.