AGL backs future of electric vehicles in Australia with acquisition of Everty
Sydney-headquartered gentailer AGL Energy has announced the acquisition of Australian-owned EV software platform Everty, which specialises in full-service charging and energy management solutions for electric vehicles.
Green bank gets $2 billion windfall to boost further investment in clean energy
A $2 billion allocation from the Australian government to its ‘green bank’ Clean Energy Finance Corporation will boost investment commitments in renewable energy generation and storage, electric vehicles, infrastructure and natural capital.
Local supplier benefits to flow from Marinus Link stage one tender shortlist
Local suppliers in Tasmania and Victoria are being invited to register interest in subcontracting to the Marinus Link project after two consortiums were shortlisted for the final major tender for the 750 MW first stage.
Hitachi’s Humelink high-voltage tech will unlock solar projects in South West REZ
Proposed solar projects in the 2.5 GW South West Renewable Energy Zone are closer to having their future clean energy generation unlocked by Transgrid’s HumeLink project following news Hitachi Energy will provide high voltage technology for the scheme.
Allume’s upscaled manufacturing of SolShare to stay in Australia
Victoria-headquartered technology solutions company Allume Energy is choosing to scale up the domestic manufacture of its apartment building energy management system SolShare in Australia, saying the benefits far outweighs moving offshore.
X-Elio seeks green light for 720 MW solar and battery project
X-Elio has lodged an application with the federal government seeking approval to build a 720 MW / 2,880 MWh solar-plus-storage project in Queensland’s North Burnett region.
Nuclear risks depriving millions of Australians the promise of their solar investment
Australia’s energy future is at a critical juncture. With one of the highest rates of rooftop solar saturation globally, the nation has embraced renewable energy in a way that reflects both environmental commitment and practical economics. Yet, this progress could be undermined by a potential turn to nuclear power – a choice that risks sidelining the investments made by millions of Australians in clean energy.
GridBeyond launches price forecasting service in NEM
Ireland-headquartered smart grid technology company GridBeyond has announced the launch of its frequency control ancillary services price forecasting service in the Australian National Electricity Market.
Quinbrook lands new finance for big Brisbane battery
Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners has closed a $722 million financing deal that will support the development of the early stages of a planned 760 MW / 3,096 MWh battery energy storage system being built in Queensland.
Ausgrid adds community battery to support solar
New South Wales network operator Ausgrid has added another community battery to its portfolio, powering up a 200 kW energy storage system in the Sydney suburb of Cammeray.
