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Perovskite solar cell efficiency improves with micro-concentrators

In a novel combination of micro-concentrators and picosecond laser processing, Italian researchers are tackling two metal halide perovskite solar PV challenges to reduce the use of lead and extend stability of the power conversion efficiency.

Quinbrook brings largest UK solar plant online

Australian-owned developer Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners has announced that its 373 MW Cleve Hill Solar Park – the largest solar plant in the United Kingdom to date – is now exporting 100% of its capacity to the grid. Under construction, co-located energy storage is to come online later.

How albedo interacts with rooftop PV system patterns

Researchers have simulated 160 cases of PV rooftop installation in southern and northern Italy. Among changing parameters were size and type of the panels, as well as their roof cover rate. The considered albedos were 20%, 40%, 60%, and 80%, representing different types of roof materials.

Researchers report zinc-ion battery life breakthrough

Australian researchers are reporting a breakthrough with zinc-ion battery technology, developing a new method to significantly boost the structural stability of the cathode material that enables the battery to operate reliably for more than 5,000 charge-discharge cycles.

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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.

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.

Electric vehicle conspiracy theories challenge transport decarbonisation

A Queensland university has led a global study into misinformation about electric vehicles, which it found is fuelled by conspiracy theories and mistrust, even among people who own them.

Meyer Burger’s German subsidiaries file for insolvency

Swiss solar cell company Meyer Burger said it filed for insolvency for its German subsidiaries, following intensive efforts to keep Meyer Burger Industries GmbH and Meyer Burger Germany GmbH operational.

RedEarth teams with global partners to build microgrid-in-a-box system

Queensland battery solutions provider RedEarth Energy Storage has announced an international partnership that will see it jointly develop a ‘world first’ integrated hardware and energy management system that combines solar, storage, and bidirectional electric vehicle charging capabilities in a single unit.

Local council gives green tick to 288 MW Tasmanian solar farm

The George Town Council, Tasmania, has granted planning approval to the ib vogt 288 MW Cimitiere Plains Solar Farm north of Launceston, featuring two solar arrays made up of approximately 613,000 panels.

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