Total renewable energy capacity CER approved in 2024 almost double of 2023
The Clean Energy Regulator has released the November 2024 large-scale renewable energy target market data showing that 4,156 MW from 506 power stations was approved in 2024, with 510 MW in November 2024 alone, up from a total of 2,206 MW in 2023.
Kiwi joint venture plans New Zealand’s biggest solar farm on North Island
Aotearoa New Zealand’s Nova Energy has partnered with gentailer Meridian Energy to build the 400 MW Te Rahui solar farm, to become the country’s largest, while more solar projects are expected to quickly come on line following the government’s passing its fast-track approvals bill into law.
Remote businesses swap diesel generation for off-grid clean energy subscriptions
An alliance of clean energy companies are establishing off-grid solar arrays and battery storage units in remote communities to enable local businesses to source reliable renewable energy by subscription.
Australia inks deal with South Korea to boost hydrogen supply chains
Australia and the Republic of Korea (ROK) have signed a new bilateral agreement to step up climate and energy cooperation and build new clean energy industries and trade opportunities.
Major NSW transmission projects get a towering $1.9 billion CEFC investment
The Clean Energy Finance Corporation has committed up to $1.9 billion to back developer Transgrid in delivery of tranmissions projects HumeLink and the New South Wales side of the Victoria-NSW Interconnector.
Kiwi developer’s 20 MW solar array to power 2,000 homes from 2025
Aotearoa New Zealand developer Far North Solar Farm has 70% of modules installed at its 20.8 MW Pukenui solar farm, earmarking early 2025 to start generating electricity.
Newcastle water-based battery developer wins $2.1 million grant for prototype
Allegro Energy has received a $2.1 million grant from the New South Wales government to create a sustainable, water-based battery prototype, made primarily from locally manufactured components and capable of storing energy for more than 10 hours.
Global expansion for Azzo technology made possible through USA investment
A United States clean energy investment company has backed Australian technology company Azzo to accelerate worldwide growth of its energy systems management platform.
Trinasolar hits record efficiency high 27.08% for HJT solar cells
A Trinasolar efficiency record of 27.08% has been announced for large-area high efficiency n-type fully passivated HJT solar cells, certified by Germany’s leading solar energy research lab.
WA capacity pricing benchmark swaps gas for batteries, and ups returns 57%
The Western Australian Economic Regulation Authority has determined both the peak and flexible benchmark reserve 2027/28 capacity prices to be $360,700 / MW / year, and represents a jump of 57% on the previous year.
