EcoGeneration

November/December 2007

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50 years of clean energy generation

Stanwell Corporation’s 84 MW Kareeya Hydro project in Tully, Queensland has celebrated 50 years of clean energy generation and operation.

Ten years on the board for Ord

Since commencing operation in 1997 as Australia’s largest non-government renewable energy project, the Ord River Hydro Project has prevented more than one million tonnes in greenhouse gas emissions.

New hydro for Tasmania

A new 1.95 MW hydro generator will see clean energy produced from the Meander Dam in Northern Tasmania.

Canal upgrade increases hydro generation

An innovative Tasmanian project has produced a significant increase in renewable hydro generation.

Sunshine to light up Pittwater Hight

A NSW government high school is embarking on an ambitious plan to go carbon neutral and generate all its electricity needs from solar power.

Bronte surf life saving club goes solar

Beach-goers are no longer the only ones taking advantage of the sun at Sydney’s Bronte Beach, with the local surf life saving club now also soaking up its rays.

DSC product development on show

With current research and development, the commercialisation path for dye sensitised photovoltaics could soon be one of the shortest for any revolutionary energy technology in history.

As a green energy source, solar photovoltaic products have been in the commercial market for three decades, and when compared with traditional energy sources such as coal, petrol or nuclear power, solar PV energy has several unbeatable advantages.

Why we need one powerful voice

This edition of EcoGeneration introduces the newly formed Clean Energy Council, established by the amalgamation of the BCSE and Auswind.

Introducing the Clean Energy Council

The Clean Energy Council was officially launched, and unveiled its 5-point plan for policy success, in Melbourne during October.

Clean Energy Council: what we stand for

In establishing the Clean Energy Council, a clear policy position has been developed, outlining the schemes and initiatives the Council will be lobbying for on behalf of the industry.

Mining to reduce emissions

Gas is playing an increasing role as a transitionary energy source as we move towards a clean energy future, and a new gas-fired power station being built in Queensland will further the contribution gas makes to reducing Australia’s greenhouse gas emissions.

TRUenergy: working for true benefits

TRUenergy is the first major electricity retailer and generator in Australia to launch a Climate Change Strategy designed to substantially reduce greenhouse emissions across its business. EcoGeneration met with TRUenergy Managing Director Richard McIndoe to discuss the strategy and the work the company is doing to help mitigate the impacts of climate change.

Auswind 2007: Wind power is competitive and ready

Wind power is competitive and ready to take a significant role in Australia’s energy industry - this was the message of Auswind 2007: FutureVision 2020, the Clean Energy Council’s first major conference and Australia’s premier wind energy event.

Renewable Energy and Regional Australia

In regional Australia, renewable energy offers many opportunities and solutions for the problems posed by climate change.

A convenient visit

Australia’s response to climate change was the reason for former US Vice President, environmentalist and Nobel Peace Prize winner Al Gore’s recent visit to Melbourne and Sydney.

Building blocks for sustainability

In capital cities across the country, Australians recently put on their hard hats and set about building wind turbines – real-size, fully functioning wind turbines made of Lego.

Going, going green for NSW business

The Clean Energy Council has applauded the NSW Government for its new $30 million Green Business Program and for setting up a new taskforce to progress carbon emissions trading.

Pink Batts now greener than ever

New furnaces, recycled glass and rain water collection will make Australia’s Pink Batt insulation blankets a little greener, after the nation’s largest glasswool insulation manufacturing facility received a major sustainability upgrade.

Smart Meters taking electric strides

Smart meters are part of a new pricing scheme being rolled out in NSW by EnergyAustralia, which the company hopes will see Australians pay more attention to the electricity they use and eventually reduce consumption.

Gas: greener power for NSW

Australia’s clean energy industry has welcomed an inquiry into New South Wales’ future energy supply, which recommended the rapid expansion of natural gas for electricity generation.

Fletcher Insulation manufacturing Facility

Glasswool, manufacturing facility, Victoria

German Creek Power Station

Grid-connected, coal mine methane, distributed generation, Queensland

Declaring war on kerosene in the Pacific

Amy Keen and Harry Andrews

The Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Partnership (REEEP) is supporting Barefoot Power to increase access to modern energy services in the Pacific.

Melbourne and Brisbane, leading the charge

The Brisbane and Melbourne city councils are implementing significant measures to reduce the impact that their operations, and their residents, are having on the environment.