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WA government makes $259 million worth renewable promises ahead of state election
With a state election looming and a Liberal Opposition eager to embrace renewables, Western Australia’s McGowan government has announced a $259 million renewables-focussed package in a bid to retain power and primacy in the progressive space.
Blueprint for Australia’s first green Hydrogen project hit ASX to colossal fanfare
Little more than a seed of an idea and the registration of Zero Carbon Hydrogen as a trademark has proven enough to send West Australian company Province Resources status, and share prices, through the roof.
Australian assets prove pivotal for Neoen’s strong 2020 results
Renewables developer Neoen has released its 2020 results, announcing an 18% increase in revenue from 2019, a significant portion of which materialised from its Australian assets including the Hornsdale big battery.
SA government to swap concession payments for rooftop solar systems
The South Australian government is offering concession holders a free, new solar system in exchange for their concession payments as part of a pilot program.
Installers identified in One Stop Warehouse’s improper STC debacle
One Stop has revealed the names of some of the third parties involved in providing the false information which led to the creation of almost 50,000 improper small-scale technology certificates.
Ausgrid launches Sydney’s first community battery, with more to come in two-year trial
New South Wales network operator Ausgrid yesterday launched its first community battery in Beacon Hill, north of Sydney. It is one of three community batteries being installed across Sydney allowing solar customers to store their extra energy at no additional cost.
Historical wholesale price trend bucked thanks to renewables
January normally sees a spike in the average wholesale electricity price. This year, however, increased solar PV and wind generation have seen this traditional trend bucked.
Adelaide university now 100% powered by local renewables
Flinders University in Adelaide has announced its campuses and facilities are now officially 100% powered by renewable energy from campus-based solar arrays and a local wind farm.
Solar-loving town to construct PV carpark shade with federal grant money
New South Wales’ Lismore City Council will construct a carpark solar shade structure and an electric vehicle charging station funded through a Federal Government grant.
Rectifier unveils EV charging converter said to remedy manufacturers’ ‘pain points’
Australia’s Rectifier Technologies has unveiled its latest electric vehicle charging technology, which the company says is flexible, reduces grid stains and opens the door to High Powered Charging in urban areas.
