Ev Foley
Solar for Apartment Residents program closing 30 March 2026
The $25 million NSW-federal government Solar for Apartment Residents program is ending 30 March 2026, with almost 140 projects taking advantage of the scheme but less than a third of available funds utilised to date, including for two Sydney apartment building projects in Newtown and Camperdown awarded to local installer, Solarhart.
Draft Solar Sharer Offer must deliver on promises: consumer advocates
The draft Solar Sharer Offer reform has been released with the Australian Energy Regulator draft Default Market Offer but consumer energy advocates say broader reforms are needed to accelerate rooftop solar benefits for all.
What happens when malware hits PV systems
A random malware variant affected about 800 remote monitoring devices at ground-mounted PV plants in Japan in May 2024. Tokyo-based cybersecurity firm Girasol Energy has told pv magazine what happened and how PV asset owners can protect themselves against such incidents.
EnergyLIB launches in Australia, bringing home battery system designed for the home
China-headquartered residential battery company EnergyLIB has debuted its first home battery system in Australia: the EnergyLIB HomeStack and the EnergyLIB Inverter.
GBP launches perimeter fencing for grid-scale solar and battery sites
Japanese clean energy infrastructure solutions company GBP K.K. has announced the launch of a mesh security fencing solution for grid-scale solar developments and acoustic panel fencing for utility battery storage sites for developments close to residential areas.
Researchers harness spooky potential of quantum battery storage
Scientists from three leading Australian research organisations have developed the first proof-of-concept quantum battery, demonstrating the potential for rapid, scalable charging and energy storage based on principles of ollective effects.
Strata building EV adoption project accelerates 251 apartment chargers
At a new apartment building complex in Melbourne, NOX Energy has installed 252 electric vehicle chargers for residents and commercial tenants as part of an ARENA strata building EV adoption program.
Remote Samoan island communities to receive Australian-backed rooftop solar
Remote Samoan island communities will receive roof top solar, battery storage and a mini-grid upgrade to cut dependence on diesel, kerosene, wood fires and disposable batteries for light and cooking, with the Australian government’s REnew Pacific assistance.
First Nations clean energy strategy implementation funds now available
Australian government grants are now available for First Nations communities, organisations and groups for advice and engagement on planning, negotiating or pursuing clean energy projects in homes, communities and on Country.
VicGrid tenders for three Latrobe Valley-based synchronous condensors
VicGrid is inviting expressions of interest from developers to partner in the delivery of at least three new synchronous condensers at or near the Hazelwood terminal station in the Latrobe Valley.
