Adelaide researchers boost zinc-iodine battery performance
Researchers at the University of Adelaide have developed a new dry electrode fabrication strategy for aqueous zinc-iodine batteries they say delivers cathodes with more than double the performance of iodine and lithium-ion batteries.
Philippines reveals timeline for 10 GW renewables auction
The Philippines government has kicked off its fourth green energy auction (GEA-4), targeting more than 10 GW of solar and wind capacity.
Glass-free, coloured PV modules for building rooftop retrofits, facades
Researchers from Swiss and Austrian institutions have demonstrated a novel design for a glass-free, structurally robust silicon PV module. With a weight below 6 kg/m2, the targeted application is older buildings with weak roof structure.
Metlen refinances 420 MW Australian solar portfolio
Greek renewables and resources company Metelen Energy and Metals has refinanced a portfolio of seven solar farms spread across New South Wales and Queensland in a $460 million deal.
Virtual power plants to serve as cornerstone of Australia’s energy future
As we all reflect on the recent elections in both Western Australia and federally, one clear winner is the future of virtual power plants as a clean energy cornerstone across Australia.
Australian rooftop solar sharing pioneer eyes European expansion
Australian rooftop solar sharing technology developer Allume Energy has closed a $10.4 million investment round, the proceeds of which will be used to accelerate the company’s international expansion into the United Kingdom and European markets.
Atmos names Genus to lead Merredin battery build
Perth-based contractor GenusPlus Group has been tapped to design and build the 400 MWh Merredin battery energy storage system being developed in Western Australia’s central Wheatbelt region.
UQ research targets connection challenges for hybrid plants
Researchers at the University of Queensland are leading a project aiming to improve how hybrid renewable power plants – typically including solar and/or wind, along with battery energy storage – connect into Australia’s electricity grid.
Queensland’s biggest battery reaches operational milestone
Queensland’s biggest battery energy storage system has officially commenced operations with renewables developer Neoen announcing it has completed construction and commissioning of the first stage of its Western Downs Battery.
Global solar tracker shipments reach 111 GW in 2024
The United States continues to dominate the solar tracker market, with Nextracker securing the top spot globally in 2024.
