Revolutionising Solar Energy: Printable Solar Cells in Australia
Australian scientists are on the verge of a game-changing innovation in solar technology—printable solar cells that could make renewable energy more accessible and affordable. This pioneering development, led by the CSIRO and senior research scientist Dr Fiona Scholes, uses advanced techniques to print solar cells directly onto plastic. […]
Australia Loses Major Renewable Energy Opportunity Amid Policy Concerns
Australia has lost a significant opportunity in renewable energy development as SolarReserve, one of the world’s most advanced solar power companies, announced its decision to halt plans for building electricity plants in the public market. Based in Santa Monica, California, SolarReserve is renowned for its groundbreaking technology […]
Barclays Highlights Renewable Energy and the Disruption of US Power Sector
British banking giant Barclays has made waves in the financial world by downgrading the entire electricity-generating sector of the US high-grade corporate bond market. This decision stems from the increasing challenges posed by renewable energy and the market’s failure to adequately price in these disruptions. […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]