Environment Minister Meaghan Scanlon released a draft e-Products plan on Clean Up Australia Day that targets electronic waste in Queensland, such as solar panels and batteries. The draft e-Products action plan could ban the disposal of solar panels and …
Queensland’s government has also established a new Renewable Energy Zone in the state’s central west, expected to attract $20 billion in investment and create over 15,000 jobs in the renewable energy sector. The government has committed to investing $145 …
In Australia, the cost of solar PV and batteries are becoming more affordable. This, combined with the rising price of residential electricity, has encouraged people to invest in solar PV systems with battery storage to reduce their electricity costs. For …
Bendigo Bank and Adelaide Bank have seen a significant increase in green loan lending in just one year. The banks have seen a 600 per cent increase, the highest number of green loans ever settled by the banks. The Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC)’s …
South Australia (SA) is being singled out by Tesla as a spot for the “future.” During the company’s Investor Day presentation, SA was referred to as a benchmark for the world. Andrew Baligno, the senior vice president of Powertrain and Energy Engineering …
The switch to solar power has had a massive impact on the town. William Creek is located in a remote part of South Australia, so it has historically been challenging and expensive to provide energy to the town. With the implementation of the solar farm …
The Victorian government has announced additional payments for a typical area of transmission easement at a standard rate of $8,000 per year per kilometer of transmission hosted for 25 years. In addition to any existing payments made for transmission …
Tarneit, a suburb of Melbourne in Victoria is now home to one of the state’s first neighbourhood batteries. This innovative technology is helping to reduce the reliance on the electricity grid and promote sustainable energy usage in the community. The …
New South Wales (NSW) has given the green light for constructing the biggest battery in the southern hemisphere. The Waratah Super Battery The 850-megawatt Waratah Super Battery will serve as a “shock absorber” to maintain a reliable grid during natural …
Australia is now experiencing fast-paced electrification to reach net zero goals by 2050. States and territories in the country are adopting solar energy to keep up with the changing times whilst saving the environment. 2023 is looking to be the best time …
Shane de Wit, Executive General Manager of Aviation, said that the partnership with Flow Power would make Newcastle Airport a leader in transitioning to a low-carbon economy. And Newcastle Airport has already implemented several key initiatives. “In 2021, …
When thinking of a vehicle brand that is synonymous with luxury and sportiness, our minds immediately bring to the fore BMW. Our CEO, Roshan, recently road-tested the BMW i4 eDrive40; an electric vehicle that encompasses all the hallmarks of a classic BMW …
Choosing between net metering and net billing ultimately comes down to the specific circumstances of each homeowner. Net metering is generally more beneficial for residential solar energy users who want to offset the cost of their energy bill by using …
One of the main challenges facing Australia’s transition to renewable energy is the country’s reliance on coal. While coal has been a key part of Australia’s energy mix for decades, it is becoming increasingly clear that it needs to shift away from this …
Solar panels have become a popular renewable energy source in Australia due to the abundant sunshine. To determine the effectiveness of a solar panel system, it is essential to calculate the solar panel output. Determine the rated output of your solar …
The Newcastle field coordinator for Transgrid, Mitch Coppock, pitched the idea. Transgrid has put around 40 km of conductors through the machine so far, in just under two weeks into the trial, producing about a kilogramme of aluminium for every metre of …
New South Wales (NSW) currently has over 800,000 rooftop solar panels installed. Rooftop solar panels provide significant savings to every household of up to, or exceeding, $600 a year off their energy bills. However, many households are unable to get the …
Flexible exports will be introduced across South Australia by July 2024. This is to address the growing number of installed solar systems that create local electricity network challenges, particularly in areas where uptake is high. Thus, in some specific …
One of the key components of the IRA is the proposed establishment of a Clean Energy Standard (CES) that requires utilities to increase the share of electricity generated from clean sources, such as wind and solar, to 80% by 2030. This would likely reduce …
Today’s solar installers are taking advantage of drones for inspections and other activities. However, recent changes may limit how drones are used for solar inspections, photography, and other activities. With photovoltaics estimated to account for …
