CIS targets 1.6 GW of generation and 2.4 GWh of storage for WA
The focus of the federal government’s Capacity Investment Scheme has turned to Western Australia with two tenders to open later this month seeking 1.6 GW of renewable generation, such as solar and wind, as well as 2.4 GWh of dispatchable capacity, such as battery energy storage.
Philippines completes first MW-scale floating solar array
The Philippines has completed its first megawatt-scale floating solar array, a 4.99 MW installation on the Malubog reservoir, with plans to expand to 50 MW to power a copper mine. In Mindanao, work has begun on a 99 MW solar plant backed by about $120 million in green financing from HSBC.
Australia can hit an 85% emissions cut by 2035 – if government and business seize the moment
Discussions are hotting up over Australia’s 2035 emission reduction target, which the federal government is due to reveal by September this year. It will be a crucial announcement, for several reasons.
Draft review maps consumer energy resources integration reform
Solar generation and rooftop solar are among the biggest catalysts of change to the National Electricity Market, which a draft government review aims to stabilise and improve through nine reform recommendations.
How long do residential solar panels last?
Several factors affect the productive lifespan of a residential solar panel. In the first part of a series, we look at the solar panels themselves.
Queensland solar farms dominate performance benchmark
The 82 MW Moura Solar Farm was Australia’s best performing large-scale PV power plant in the month of July, with an average capacity factor of 26%, as Queensland facilities dominated the charts for the best performing big solar assets.
Regions call for clarity on risks and opportunities of renewables shift
A new report that examines how rural and regional communities can secure a fair deal for their role in Australia’s renewable energy transition suggests that state and federal governments have been “building the plane while flying it.”
Green Gold wins council approval for sub-5 MW solar and storage plans
South Australia-based renewables developer Green Gold Energy has received local council planning approval for a 4.95 MW solar farm, along with battery energy storage, to be built in western New South Wales.
Marinus Link gets go-ahead to dive straight into stage 1 construction phase
Marinus Link, the 750 MW capacity high voltage direct current electricity interconnector proposed to strengthen the Tasmania and Victoria connection on the National Electricity Market, has reached Stage 1 financial investment decision.
New South Wales invests in Spanish hybrid renewable energy platform
The New South Wales Treasury Corporation, the state’s sovereign investor, has entered into a partnership with United Kingdom-based developer Equitix to grow its renewable energy hybridisation platform in Spain.
