Oil reserves last for weeks. Solar panels last for decades
Oil and gas prices are shooting up as war in the Middle East cuts down the supply of fossil fuels available, in what has been described as “the largest supply disruption in the history of oil markets.” While the effects of the energy crisis are being felt far and wide, it is making the case for renewables clear.
Queensland launches $200 million fund to partner on private sector renewable solutions
The Queensland government has launched a $200 million fund to support the private sector in delivering “bespoke” renewable energy generation, battery and microgrid projects across the state’s northwest.
Community solar and battery project highlights single-source approach
The Goulburn Community Solar Farm and battery project in New South Wales has been commissioned with Chinese manufacturing giant Trinasolar saying the milestone highlights key shifts in large-scale project delivery.
European Energy brings 108 MW Victorian solar plant online
Another large-scale solar farm has joined Australia’s main electricity market with European Energy confirming that the 108 MW Lancaster Solar Farm in northern Victoria is now up and running.
Battery rebates: what’s working and what still needs attention
The federal government’s Cheaper Home Batteries Program is being hailed as a clean energy win with almost 280,000 batteries and about 7 MW of capacity installed across Australian since the scheme was launched in mid-2025. While the scheme is delivering results, there are still areas of concern.
Researchers achieve world record efficiency of 30.02% in perovskite-silicon triple-junction solar cell
An international research team, including scientists from the University of Queensland, boosted triple-junction solar cell performance by enhancing perovskite crystal growth, increasing middle-cell light absorption, and adding reflective nanoparticles.
AGL begins commissioning first 250 MW of Liddell battery in Hunter Energy Hub
Sydney-headquartered gentailer AGL has begun commissioning of the first 250 MW of the 1,000 MWh Liddell Battery at the Hunter Energy Hub in New South Wales.
Sungrow launches CEC-approved PowerKeeper Series in Australia
Chinese solar inverter and storage solutions company Sungrow has launched its CEC-approved PowerKeeper Series in Australia for commercial and industrial applications.
Solar for Apartment Residents program closing 30 March 2026
The $25 million NSW-federal government Solar for Apartment Residents program is ending 30 March 2026, with almost 140 projects taking advantage of the scheme but less than a third of available funds utilised to date, including for two Sydney apartment building projects in Newtown and Camperdown awarded to local installer, Solarhart.
Draft Solar Sharer Offer must deliver on promises: consumer advocates
The draft Solar Sharer Offer reform has been released with the Australian Energy Regulator draft Default Market Offer but consumer energy advocates say broader reforms are needed to accelerate rooftop solar benefits for all.
