Work begins on world’s longest sub-sea cable linking Denmark, UK grids
Construction has begun on the Viking Link infrastructure project in what will feature the world’s longest sub-sea cable linking Denmark and UK grids.
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Australian researchers squeeze more energy from sunlight in world-first breakthrough
UNSW researchers unlock a way to convert otherwise wasted light into electricity, in world-first breakthrough that could boo
Solar farm and big battery approved for Parkes in NSW
Renewable Energy Developments plans to build an 80MW solar farm in Parkes, NSW, given the green light by the state planning department.
Trina Solar launches 600W PV module, throws down gauntlet to industry
Just months after opening Australian orders for its 500W PV module, Trina Solar has made the leap into the 600-club, with the launch of its 600W Vertex series.
Big battery added to Aurora solar project could triple its earnings, says report
Adding battery storage to 70MW solar PV plant planned for development in South Australia would more or less triple the project's annual revenue, a new report says.
Mini Cooper SE electric hatch officially launched in Australia – we drive it
The electric hatch is being plugged as perfect for city dwellers and it has just arrived in Australia. So how does it drive?
Gas companies dominate shortlist for ARENA green hydrogen funding
Gas companies dominate the shortlist of seven projects seeking a share of $70m in ARENA funding for renewable hydrogen production facilities.
Rooftop solar is the biggest generator in the market, but no one is in charge
Australia's rooftop solar capacity is set to be 25 times bigger than the grid’s biggest remaining coal generators by 2025. But currently, no one is overseeing this huge resource.
Solar PV panel waste will not become a significant problem
Solar PV is being installed faster than everything else put together (fossil, nuclear, and other renewables not counting wind) on the rooftops of homes and businesses, and in large-scale ground mounted arrays.
ESB left in limbo after stalemate in ‘confidential’ energy ministers meeting
Energy Security Board faces uncertain future, as does policy transparency as energy ministers meet under new 'confidential' national cabinet rules for first time.