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.
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.
60% of Queensland electricity from rooftop solar by 2035 a ‘no-brainer’
A Queensland report says 60% of the states’ electricity could be generated by rooftop solar and distributed battery storage by 2035, if the state supports a host of initiatives resulting in further rollout of consumer energy resources.
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.
Tindo to scale up production capacity with Solar Sunshot support
Australian solar module manufacturer Tindo Solar will look to ramp up domestic production capacity after securing funding through the federal government’s $1 billion Solar Sunshot Program.
Pacific Green and Zen Energy sign 1.5 GWh BESS tolling agreement
UK-based battery developer Pacific Green has entered into an agreement with Australian energy retailer Zen Energy for 10-year tolling arrangements across three of its planned battery energy storage system projects.
Construction begins on big battery in WA Wheatbelt
The Western Australian government has announced that construction has begun on a large-scale battery energy storage system that is to help strengthen and stabilise one of the world’s most isolated grids.
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.”
Watchdog warning as solar and battery installs surge
Solar and battery installers, retailers and suppliers have been put on notice by the consumer watchdog as new data shows Australians are investing in solar and home batteries at an unprecedented rate, bolstered by federal and state government incentives.
Marinus Link undersea cable lands environmental approval
The Marinus Link undersea electricity connector between Tasmania and Victoria has secured federal environmental approval a day after state and Commonwealth governments announced a positive final investment decision for the 750 MW first stage of the project.
