Survey shows technology trends reshaping utility-scale solar
Bifacial solar panels, string inverters and advanced tracking systems are fast becoming the technologies of choice for developers of large-scale solar according to new data provided by Spain-based software company and analytics provider RatedPower.
Octopus breaks ground on Blind Creek solar and battery project
Construction has officially started on Octopus Australia’s Blind Creek Solar Farm and battery project in southern New South Wales, one of the biggest DC-coupled hybrid projects being developed in the country.
Potentia reaches construction milestone on NEM-first solar-battery hybrid project
Potentia Energy has completed the installation of more than 161,000 solar modules at its Quorn Park hybrid solar-plus-storage project in western New South Wales, marking a new milestone in Australia’s renewable energy transition.
Solis launches new residential storage system portfolio
The Chinese manufacturer said its new three residential battery lines support a depth of discharge of 90% and deliver over 6,000 cycles.
Energy Storage Inspection 2026: Fox ESS, SMA, SAX Power, Kostal and BYD impress with high efficiency
The energy storage efficiency of 12 solar storage systems with capacities of 5 kW or 10 kW has been put to the test, including several new products, all of which achieved efficiency class A. The latest interation of the annual study also examined efficiency losses when storing electricity from the grid and took a closer look at the warranty conditions of the devices.
Rooftop solar volumes rebound as home batteries continue to boom
Australia’s rooftop solar market has bounced back into record-setting territory with 281 MW of new capacity registered across the country last month, marking the largest February total on record.
1KOMMA5° home energy ecosystem optimised with new AI platform
German home energy and electrification company 1KOMMA5° has launched its Heartbeat AI platform in Australia, that optimises the company’s home energy ecosystem and can accelerate battery payback.
Photoncycle raises $24.8 million to launch seasonal hydrogen home storage
Norway’s Photoncycle has raised $24.8 million to develop a seasonal home energy storage system that converts excess solar power into ammonia-based hydrogen for winter use.
Dinawan solar farm included in 14 project, $34 billion endorsement
The Dinawan Solar Farm is one of 14 renewable energy projects valued at $34 billion, that has been included in the opening round of the New South Wales government Investment Delivery Authority EOI endorsement.
AI energy management system to unlock virtual power plant potential
UNSW researchers will collaborate with Sydney solar battery installation company Aussie Solar Batteries to design, develop and test AI-driven energy management platforms capable of optimising solar and battery systems.
