Canadian Solar to deliver 1.2 GW to Australian and U.S. projects – including bifacial
Canadian Solar and Lightsource BP have signed a multi-year 1.2 GW module supply agreement that will see both monofacial and bifacial modules installed in Lightsource BP’s Australian and U.S. solar projects.
City of Adelaide commits to 100% renewable electricity
From July 1, if it is run by the City of Adelaide, it is being powered by wind and solar electricity under a landmark power purchase agreement inked electricity retailer Flow Power.
Neoen’s Culcairn Solar Farm nearing construction
Neoen’s 400 MW Culcairn Solar Farm and energy storage facility in NSW has now entered the open exhibition stage and released its EIS. The French company, Australia’s top independent renewable energy producer, hopes to commence construction mid-2020.
Scott Morrison’s gas transition plan is a dangerous road to nowhere
As Australia continues to battle horrific bushfires, Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced a renewed focus on gas-fired electricity to reduce emissions and lower energy prices. This is a dangerous and completely unnecessary route.
Ona Coffee roasting in 100% solar
Ona Coffee, founded by former World Barista Champion Sasa Sestic, has made the switch to 100% solar at both its roastery and its head office. The solar PV installation, made gradually throughout 2019, is part of the company’s long-term plan to reduce its carbon footprint and become more sustainable.
Zali Steggall starts a new grassroots campaign to turn climate change around
Last year she pushed Tony Abbott off his pedestal — his long-held seat of Warringah — now the independent MP is delivering on her promises to constituents, and helping them take action to address their climate-change concerns.
Morrison-Berejiklian energy deal: Opportunity for renewables or climate deal with the devil?
An energy deal struck between the Morrison and Berejiklian governments that will see more than $2 billion invested to increase gas supply and reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the electricity sector has prompted a flurry of reactions that boil down to two conflicting interpretations of its purpose.
Glenrowan West Solar Farm set for construction after purchase by Germany’s Wirtgen Invest
Germany-based Wirtgen Invest has entered the large-scale Aussie solar market with the purchase of the 140 MW Glenrowan West Solar Farm, a significant project considering its location in one of the 2020 Integrated System Plan’s Renewable Energy Zones.
Solarwatt’s Vision glass-glass PV passes Aussie cyclone testing
Solarwatt’s Vision glass-glass solar PV modules have pushed the technology’s resilience even further after passing Aussie cyclone testing in Darwin. The success arouses new attention to the competing riders on the bifacial wave, glass-glass and backsheets.
Australia’s first Tesla Powerwall four years on
Sydney’s Nick Pfitzner was the first Australian to install a Tesla Powerwall to go with their residential solar PV system. Four years on and the Pfitzners are living the solar + battery dream.
