Solar Energy Robotics: Breakthrough in Automated Solar Panel Cleaning Machines
Canning Vale, Perth, Western Australia, recently became the epicentre of a significant breakthrough in the energy industry with the launch of the Solar Energy Robotics workshop. This cutting-edge facility commenced operations on September 21, 2023, and is poised to manufacture automated solar panel cleaning machines, setting new standards in the sector. This development, backed by […]
Solar Batteries to the Rescue: How Australia is Storing Solar Power to Meet Growing Demand
Harness the power of the sun with our solar storage solutions. Store excess solar energy, reduce reliance on the grid, and power your home sustainably. Discover the future of solar power in Australia today!
Tandem Solar Cells: A New Era of High-Efficiency Solar Power
Over the last two decades, solar panel technology has witnessed remarkable progress, with the most advanced silicon solar cells achieving unprecedented levels of efficiency. However, the quest for more efficient and cost-effective solar power generation has led to the emergence of “tandem solar cells,” a revolutionary next-generation technology. Tandem solar cells offer the potential to […]
Ngunggilanha: The Sharing Principle Approach to Advancing First Nations People in the Renewables Transition
In the heart of Australia’s renewable energy revolution, a powerful idea is taking shape. It’s an idea rooted in the Wiradjuri word ngunggilanha, meaning to share or exchange, and it’s driving a groundbreaking initiative called Yurruga, which means ‘sun’ in the same indigenous language. Megan Jones and Joe Williams, two of the co-founders of Yurruga, […]
Google Map-Powered Solar API: A New Way to Understand Your Rooftop Solar Potential
In a groundbreaking move, tech giant Google has unveiled plans to offer application programming interfaces (API) datasets designed for the solar industry to empower businesses with comprehensive rooftop solar data. This initiative, known as the Solar API, comprises essential building, rooftop, shading, and solar panel configuration data for over 320 million buildings across 40 countries. […]
REC Launches Most Powerful Residential Rooftop Solar Panel Yet, 470W Alpha Pure-RX, Expands Alpha Model Range at All-Energy 2023
REC Group proudly announces its presentation of the REC Alpha Pure-RX at All-Energy Australia in Melbourne from 25-26 October 2023 (Stand Number: N113). The REC Alpha Pure-RX stands tall as REC Solar’s highest power-class residential solar panel. It boasts an impressive power output of up to 470 Wp and a power density of 226W/m2. This […]
EH2 Raises $380M to Become the Hydrogen Unicorn, Fortescue ‘Lead Investor’ in Electrolyser Startup
Electric Hydrogen’s (EH2’s) successful Series C funding round, led by prominent investors and joined by a consortium of strategic backers such as Fortescue, marks a significant step forward in the journey toward green hydrogen production. With their cutting-edge electrolysers and unwavering commitment to reducing the cost of green hydrogen, Electric Hydrogen (EH2) is poised to […]
Lithium-Ion Battery Risks: Not A One-Size-Fits-All Scenario
In this page When it comes to batteries, the term “lithium-ion” has become almost synonymous with the power sources that fuel our daily lives, from smartphones to electric vehicles. However, in the world of energy storage, not all lithium-ion batteries are created equal, and they certainly don’t carry the same risks. It’s a common misconception […]
EV in Australia 2025: Are They the Future of Automotive?
Will electric vehicles (EVs) dominate Australia’s roads in 2025? Explore the future of automotive with Energy Matters. Learn more!
Micro-Pumped Hydro From Farm Dams: A New Energy Storage Solution for Australia
A groundbreaking study led by the University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Sydney suggests that Australia’s vast agricultural water reservoirs, commonly used for farm irrigation, could serve as a pioneering solution for energy storage in the age of variable renewables. The research, published in Applied Energy, explores the idea of creating tens of thousands […]