Rystad forecasts 17% shortfall from 82% renewables target
Rystad Energy research has forecast Australia’s 82% renewable energy by 2030 target, will fall short by 17% under what they describe as the most optimistic scenarios, with gas being a key to energy security and transition.
Research shows degradation mechanisms in rear side of TOPCon solar cells
Researchers from UNSW and Longi have found that the silicon nitride layers used in TOPCon cell rear-side are particularly prone to chemical degradation from sodium contaminants. This can lead to significant open-circuit voltage losses and reduce cell efficiency.
Yindjibarndi Energy projects join national renewables priority list
West Australian Indigenous-owned and operated Yindjibarndi Energy Corporation has had two of its projects prioritised for regulatory approval on the federal government’s national renewable energy priority list.
Ark Energy inks deal with Hanwha to supply Richmond Valley BESS technology
Ark Energy, the Australian subsidiary of Korea Zinc Company, has signed a supply agreement with Hanwha Energy for the battery energy storage system at Ark’s proposed Richmond Valley hybrid solar battery project in New South Wales.
Edify Energy hybrid power station to supply Rio Tinto aluminium smelter
Edify Energy’s proposed solar power station in Queensland will supply 90% of its power and battery storage capacity to mining giant Rio Tinto’s Gladstone aluminium operations, following the signing between them of two hybrid services agreements.
ACLE awarded construction contract for Iberdrola battery project
Australian renewables contracting firm ACLE Services has been awarded the construction and balance of plant contract for the 130 MWh Smithfield Battery Energy Storage System being developed west of Sydney by Spanish energy giant Iberdrola.
Water generates electrical charge 10 times stronger than expected
Electricity generated by water moving across a surface can be 10 times more powerful than previously thought, according to Australian researchers who say their finding could boost energy storage and charging rates and improve safety in fuel-holding systems.
Landowner turns tables in hunt for renewable energy
An 1,850-hectare portion of a grazing property in Queensland’s southeast is being offered as leasehold for the development of a renewable energy project as the landowner looks to tap into the generational opportunities presented by the clean energy transition.
Energy Dome targets Australian market with carbon-dioxide battery tech
Italian energy storage company Energy Dome is scouting potential sites across Victoria to deploy its carbon dioxide battery technology as it works to establish a foothold in the Australian energy market.
Sigenergy secures CEC approval for single-phase models
Chinese manufacturer Sigenergy has expanded its available product portfolio in the Australian market with its SigenStor 8 kW, 10 kW, and 12 kW single-phase models having received the official tick of approval from the Clean Energy Council.
