Tasmania has one of the lowest uptakes of solar in Australia, with just 18 per cent of homes fitted with PV systems. However, solar energy solution power provider Qcells is addressing low residential
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Final warning: IPCC report implores drastic action on climate change this decade
The United Nations’ Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has handed down a powerful new report on the devastating reality of the climate crisis, and urges swift, accelerated action
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Upsurge in construction of renewable energy infrastructure in 2023
With Australia’s transition to clean power sources in full swing, construction of renewable energy infrastructure is forecast to jump almost 50 per cent in 2023 and peak in 2026.
According
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Global grid investment of US$21 trillion needed for net zero by 2050
A new report from international strategic research provider BloombergNEF says at least US$21.4 trillion needs to be spent on global electricity grids by 2050 to reach the world’s net-zero emissions
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Australia’s carbon market: Soaring aspirations face turbulence
Australia’s carbon credit mechanisms need reform and there are several factors making it a pressing concern, writes Ivy Yin, energy transition and carbon specialist at S&P Global Commodity
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Legal guide to starting a solar installation business
From business structure and licences to contracts and trademarks, there are many legal considerations to address before setting up a solar installation business, writes Lauren McKee, senior lawyer
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Building design to play key role in achieving net zero
For Australia to reach net-zero emissions by 2050, major changes are needed to how buildings are designed and operated, with the retail, healthcare and real estate sectors singled out for overhaul,
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Tipping point for Australia’s spiralling air-conditioning costs
Experts predict Australia’s air-conditioning costs will surpass $12 billion in 2023, sparking calls for a new approach to cooling and heating buildings efficiently, writes EcoGeneration
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A national energy savings and peak reduction scheme must target gas
The Federal Government’s consultation on a national energy performance strategy must include a national energy savings scheme to drive down emissions from gas, and include a peak demand reduction
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Transport for NSW partnership with EV charging company JOLT
Electric vehicle charging company JOLT has commenced a partnership with Transport for NSW and is rolling out 50 streetside EV charging stations across Greater Sydney transport locations such as
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