Renewables
How electric vehicles will disrupt the energy market
A transition to electric cars is inevitable, but where will the energy come from? Global advisory firm Advisian looks at the possible effects on the renewables sector, from residential solar to charging as an employee benefit.
Policy
How the US powers ahead with renewable energy
Developments in the US show it's possible to move ahead on renewables when the interests of government and business are aligned, writes Alicia Webb of the Clean Energy Council.
Company Updates
ZCell shines with Selectronic
PRESS RELEASE | Australian company Redflow's ZCell battery is compatible with the SP PRO battery inverter from Melbourne-based Selectronic Australia.
Funding
ARENA backs Queensland solar, wind and battery project
ARENA has backed a project combining solar, wind and battery storage in North Queensland which will deliver renewable energy on demand.
Renewables
Tasmania test for tidal turbine
A tidal energy turbine has been installed in the Tamar estuary in Launceston, Tasmania, as part of a project to investigate and optimise the device’s performance.Company Updates
ABB launches ‘plug and play’ microgrid solution
PRESS RELEASE | ABB has launched a modular and scalable “plug and play” microgrid solution to meet demand in the developing market for distributed power generation.
Projects
Queensland the ‘new frontier’ for wind energy
Wind power in Queensland could grow 100 times its current size by 2030 after an expert panel declared the state’s renewable energy plans are realistic and achievable.Renewables
Energy Hack, your chance to reshape the power structure
The University of Melbourne is partnering with Powershop Australia to bring together a community of hackers, hustlers and hipsters — determined to harness the consumer and technology revolution in energy.
Policy
Sunshine State to cash in on its solar advantage
The Queensland Government’s leadership on renewable energy will allow the state to take full advantage of its world-class sunshine and natural resources, the Clean Energy Council said.
Policy