REC rolls out ‘full-black’ panel for residential applications
Solar module manufacturer REC has announced that a “truly full black” version of its Alpha Pure-RX residential solar panel will be available in Australia and New Zealand later this month.
Ark Energy plans to add 2000 MWh battery storage to wind farm
The eight-hour battery energy storage system would add 250 MW / 2,000 MWh storage, one of the world’s largest batteries, to a 335 MW wind farm.
Waratah Super Battery starts operations as ‘shock absorber’
The Waratah Super Battery has commenced working as a giant “shock absorber” for the electricity grid with New South Wales transmission network operator Transgrid enabling what it says is the largest monitoring and control system of its kind in the country.
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.
FRV Australia reaches financial close on its biggest battery
Saudi-backed Fotowatio Renewable Ventures Australia is advancing plans to build what will be its biggest battery project in the country after reaching a final investment decision on a 500 MWh energy storage system proposed for southern Victoria.
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.
Reforms to ease net zero transition costs
Getting our response to climate change right will be crucial to getting Australia back on the path to productivity growth. With the right policy settings, we can limit the costs of decarbonising and speed up approvals to unlock the opportunities of cheaper, more abundant clean energy. We can also improve housing to be more resilient to the effects of climate change.
Enphase launches fourth-gen energy system with new 7.08 kW battery
Enphase Energy has introduced its fourth-generation energy system with the new 7.08 kW IQ Battery 10C, which offers 10 kWh of usable energy. The battery expands the company’s storage portfolio and is made with United States components by a contract manufacturer.
Global electricity demand to rise in 2026 as renewables lead, says IEA
Global electricity demand is set to rise more than 3% per year through 2026, driven by growth in Asia and greater use across industry, data centres, and transport, with renewables, gas, and nuclear meeting most of the increase, says the International Energy Agency.
