Strange ways solar power is used
Solar energy has become a mainstream part of our society. It began with solar hot water systems and has rapidly been followed up by millions of solar panels installed on homes and businesses worldwide for a clean, green supply of affordable electricity. Solar is an essential cornerstone of our transition away from fossil fuels to […]
What we can expect from solar fabric
Solar panels are experiencing unprecedented popularity worldwide. The message of transitioning from fossil fuels to renewable energy has finally hit home, and nations worldwide are moving mountains to achieve an emission-free future. Even with the environmental aspects put aside, the sheer cost benefits of solar panels have inspired millions of people to install rooftop PV […]
Eight renewable energy projects under construction in Australia
Wind and solar capacity will double over the next four years globally and exceed that of both gas and coal, according to an International Energy Agency (IEA) report. The Paris-based intergovernmental agency anticipates an 1123 gigawatt (GW) increase in wind and solar that would mean these power sources overtake gas capacity in 2023 and coal […]
Solar-powered passenger planes – how close are they to becoming a reality?
To achieve a carbon-neutral future, looking to the skies is going to be integral. Air travel has come a long way since the pioneering days of the 1960s, with modern jet aircraft around 80 per cent more fuel-efficient than those first commercial planes. Sustainable aviation fuels are also in development, using sources like algae, jatropha […]
New Zealand’s largest grid-connected solar plant begins operations
The push towards a renewable future in New Zealand has received a massive boost, with the country’s largest solar plant commencing operations and feeding green energy into the grid. Now is the best time to take advantage of this by getting FREE solar quotes here at Energy Matters. The Kapuni Solar Power Plant in South […]
New Zealand’s largest grid-connected solar plant begins operations
The push towards a renewable future in New Zealand has received a massive boost, with the country’s largest solar plant commencing operations and feeding green energy into the grid. The Kapuni Solar Power Plant in South Taranaki has 5800 photovoltaic (PV) panels and can generate enough electricity to meet the annual needs of more than […]
Why you should install solar panels on your investment property
Do you have a rental property? If so, you’ve probably been wondering if solar panels are worth the investment. The answer is yes – these systems can be claimed at EOFY, and they will save you money in the long run. You can win financially when you put panels on your property. You can claim […]
The majority of new renewable projects will be cheaper than coal
Even the most efficient and cheapest coal projects around the world cannot compete with renewable energy projects. That is the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) finding that released a report that showed that 62 per cent of renewable energy projects installed in 2020 would produce more affordable power than any coal project in the world. […]
NOW IS THE TIME FOR SOLAR
During the last decade, we have seen the global price of solar panels drop at a phenomenal rate. According to Bloomberg in it’s piece ‘Solar and Wind Power So Cheap They’re Outgrowing Subsidies’ the price of panels in 2019 was 85% lower than in 2010. The reduction in price is one of the main drivers […]
FIMER’S New Platforms Destined For The Utility PV Market
Industry leader and solar inverter game-changers FIMER have announced two new platforms set for launch across the utility-scale PV sector. The high-power stringer inverter, featuring multi-MPPT and a modular conversion capability, is designed to suit the demands of decentralised and centralised applications. The innovation also covers 100 percent of utility applications. The International Energy Agency […]
