Australian Parliament’s Approval of Gas Price Cap: Does It Have To Affect My Energy Bill?
The Australian parliament approved controversial legislation that places a one-year price cap on gas to address rising energy costs for households and businesses. The government announced caps of $12 per gigajoule for gas and $125 per tonne for coal. It will freeze natural gas prices for a year and provide A$1.5 billion ($1.03 billion) in […]
15 Countries With The Highest Generation Of Solar Energy
In many areas of the world, solar energy is now cheaper than coal and some other fossil fuels; therefore, it has the potential to experience even greater economies of scale. The installation of solar panels may become more effective, and their cost per watt may decrease further as technology advances. With advancements in solar storage […]
Holiday Season 2022: 10 Solar-Powered and Sustainable Gift Ideas
Christmas is coming! Australians love to celebrate and that often means a lot of food and plenty of gifts. But did you know that waste increases by 30% over this period? We know that many are looking for sustainable options that will still add to Christmas cheer! Consider solar as the gift that keeps on […]
5 Questions To Ask A Solar Company Before Going Solar
Before deciding to go solar and signing any contract with a solar retailer, research and get all the required facts to understand if solar is truly the appropriate choice for your home or business. If you own your home, you must confirm that no heritage overlays would preclude installation. You must obtain authorisation if you […]
WA: Net-Zero Glass and Solar Panels
Production of net-zero glass and solar panels using renewable hydrogen may soon become a reality in Western Australia (WA). The news comes as Xodus looks to gain funds for a 1GW electrolyser project. Xodus, a global energy consulting company based in Scotland, is now working on project MercurHy, a green hydrogen production plant that will […]
A Conversation With Sean Triner, Owner of 9.1 Star Energy Rated Home
Most Australians probably have no idea that houses have energy star ratings, let alone would know how their house would fare in an energy efficiency assessment. Most new builds across Australia require a 6 star energy rating, which is a rating out of 10. Our recent guest on our podcast, Road to Zero, is the […]
Netherlands: Integrated Rooftop Solar Panels, Wind Turbines For High Rise Buildings
IBIS Power, a Dutch renewables architectural company, has created PowerNEST; a complete roof-integrated wind and solar energy system for medium to high-rise buildings with at least five floors. PowerNEST combines wind turbines and solar panels in an aerodynamically improved modular steel structure. According to IBIS Power, the ready-made system may create 6 to 10 times […]
Kai Konstruct: A Conversation With Director And Builder Tim Sayce
Australians are becoming increasingly conscious of their buying power and their impact on the environment. Shifting mindsets have seen many Aussies build new houses that not only use sustainable products but integrate design features that reduce the need for heating and cooling. We were thrilled to be able to host Tim Sayce, the director of […]
Solar And Coal Energy: Similarities And Differences
Coal and solar energy share similarities and differences as global energy sources in terms of having tremendous effects on the environment, the world’s economic standing, how we financially benefit from them, and human health. Energy Matters offers FREE solar quotes, providing a non-committal opportunity for those interested in understanding the practical aspects and potential benefits […]
Woodside: Chosen Over Fortescue For The NZ Green Hydrogen Megaproject
Meridian Energy, a New Zealand power company, has chosen Woodside Energy as its preferred partner to move the large Southern Green Hydrogen (SGH) project into the development stage. Woodside was selected after a lengthy competitive bidding process based on its operational capability and experience, as well as its process safety and liquid marketing expertise. Source&Image: […]
