WA Businesses Face Power Price Hike Amid Surge in Solar Adoption
Up to 21,000 Western Australian businesses are set to face an unexpected 10 per cent increase in power prices starting next month. The rise is partly attributed to the growing adoption of solar panels, which has reduced electricity demand and led to a revenue shortfall […]
Businesses Embrace Solar Power as Installations Triple Amid Rising Power Prices
The adoption of solar power systems by Australian businesses has surged, with installations occurring at three times the rate of last year. This dramatic increase is driven by a combination of rising power prices and a surplus of affordable Chinese-made solar cells, which have significantly […]
Over Two Million Australians Save Big with Solar Power Adoption
More than two million Australians are now enjoying cheaper electricity, collectively saving an estimated half a billion dollars annually by switching to solar energy. According to the Clean Energy Regulator, the number of Australian homes with solar power systems surpassed the one million mark in March, […]
Renewable Energy Target Reaffirmed: A Win for Clean Energy Investors
Clean energy investors have received positive news as the Federal Government concluded yet another review of the Renewable Energy Target (RET), reaffirming its effectiveness in driving Australia’s energy transition at minimal cost to consumers. This decision reinforces the RET as a key policy framework supporting the […]
Moore’s Law and the Promise of Cheaper Energy Technology
In 1965, Intel founder Gordon E. Moore famously observed that the power of computer chips doubled approximately every two years, a trend that became known as Moore’s Law. Originally applied to semiconductors, this principle has since proven relevant across various technological domains, including digital and energy technologies.
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Australia and US Partner in $83 Million Solar Research Program
The Federal Government has announced an $83 million solar research partnership with the United States, marking a significant investment in the future of renewable energy. This eight-year project will unite six Australian universities, the CSIRO, and the US Department of Energy to develop innovative solar technologies […]
Australia’s First Utility-Scale Solar Farm Opens in WA’s Mid West
Australia’s renewable energy sector has reached a major milestone with the opening of the nation’s first utility-scale solar farm. The Greenough River Solar Farm, located near Geraldton in Western Australia’s Mid West region, boasts a 10-megawatt (MW) capacity, making it the country’s largest solar photovoltaic project […]
Australians are embracing solar energy like never before, with new data from the Clean Energy Regulator and the International Energy Agency revealing that Australia installed more household solar panel systems per capita than any other country in the world last year. This impressive feat underscores the nation’s commitment […]
In a groundbreaking development, a team of researchers has unveiled a cost-effective, rechargeable, and eco-friendly battery that promises to transform solar energy storage. Designed to address the challenges of energy storage during cloudy or rainy days, this innovation is a game-changer for solar power plants.
WA Utilities to Include Carbon Tax Breakdown on Bills Starting July 1
Starting July 1, Western Australians will be able to see the carbon tax component of their power and water bills. Unlike other states, WA is leading this transparency initiative, providing a clear breakdown of how the carbon tax impacts utility costs. This move aims […]