Author: Energy Matters

Extreme weather events driven by climate change are stressing Australia’s ageing energy system, a new report shows. Hot and Dry: Australia’s Weird Winter, produced by

One in five Australian homes and businesses generate their own electricity via solar power system, new figures show. Data released by the Clean Energy Regulator

The requirements are tightening up for installers seeking Clean Energy Council (CEC) accreditation. The CEC oversees the training requirements and accreditation of solar installation companies

Global renewable energy generation will match coal generation by 2040. That’s the claim of the latest international report from the US Energy Information Administration (EIA).

Rooftop solar panels are the answer to the power needs of emerging economies, according to a World Resources Institute report. The report, ‘Powering Cities in

Renewable energy can replace the Liddell coal-fired power station, according to the Australian Wind Alliance (AWA). The claim comes as the Turnbull Government tries to

The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) hosted a series of talks at its recent ‘Innovating Energy Summit’. The main theme of the summit was ‘Powering

A sustainability group in Geelong Victoria is a prime example of how locally-owned renewable energy projects can benefit a community. The Geelong Sustainability CORE (Community

The Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) is setting out new ways to achieve stable, low-emissions electricity. In a discussion paper, the AEMC puts forward several recommendations

Sports fans can now trade home solar power for VIP tickets and other perks at Melbourne’s iconic MCG stadium. Under a new pilot program, solar customers with