A trial of a virtual power plant by SA Power Networks has shown the possibilities and limitations of storage on residential solar PV systems, as distribution networks prepare for the challenge of rising renewables.
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Demand response voltage solution keeps the power on
A Victorian trial is taking a different approach to managing demand during peak events, writes Steven Neave of Electricity Networks.
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SolarReserve opens Australian headquarters in Adelaide
SolarReserve has opened its Australian headquarters and a field office near where it will build a 150MW solar thermal power plant.
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Green light for 150MW, $650m SA solar thermal ‘tower of power’
SolarReserve has received development approval for its Aurora Solar Energy Project, a key milestone required to build the landmark 150MW solar thermal power station 30km north of Port Augusta.
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Victoria commits to Neoen wind-and-battery project
Neoen has secured a support agreement with the Victorian Government which will see it provide an integrated wind farm and battery storage facility.
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CEFC reaches 1GW large-scale solar finance milestone across 20 projects
The CEFC has reached a major investment milestone for large-scale solar development in Australia, with its latest two investments helping accelerate the delivery of more than 1GW in additional solar energy across 20 projects.
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Lessons from Europe and warnings for developing nations as the world turns towards renewables
As economies disentangle themselves from the “fossil burden” in their generation fleets the world will stumble towards an inevitable transition to clean energy, says UTS research director Dr Sven Teske, but global temperatures will likely rise above the 2°C target.
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World’s largest Tesla battery switches on at Hornsdale Wind Farm, South Australia
Hornsdale Power Reserve, featuring the world’s largest lithium ion battery, was launched today by South Australian Premier Jay Weatherill and Neoen Deputy CEO Romain Desrousseaux.
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California’s clean side … how the Golden State plans to burst through its 50% clean energy target
The Golden State is shooting for 50% clean energy by 2030, which Energy Commissioner Andrew McAllister says is well within reach.
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Retailer installs 1MW solar PV system on Qld distribution centre
Food retailer Aldi has installed a 1MW solar PV system on the roof of its distribution centre in Brendale, Queensland, the largest solar system installed for the company in Australia.
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