How solar power is getting even cheaper in Australia
This week, Renew Economy reported on Ramez Naam’s – futurist and advocate of clean technology – 2011 forecasts on the price of solar. Back then, he was optimistic. But it turns out that he wasn’t even as optimistic as he should have been. Solar power is half the price it was 10 years ago. It’s […]
Lockdown causes unexpected global carbon emissions decrease
Not too long ago, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) predicted that global carbon emissions could fall by up to 6 per cent, thanks to the impacts of COVID-19. Now, it seems as though those initial predictions could have been an understatement, with environmental benefits now soaring higher than first expected. As reported by CNN, a […]
New green energy hub destined for Queensland
Sydney-based Energy Estate is combining forces with RES to construct over 2GW wind generation capacity in the industrial hub of Gladstone, Queensland. Announced on Monday, the two companies put forward their plans to work on a development known as the Central Queensland Power Project, to deliver a supply of wind, solar panels and storage solutions. […]
Tasmania heads towards 200% renewable energy target
Announcing its vision to implement a number of actions towards improved renewable energy generation, the Tasmanian Government is shifting its focus towards the field for the next two decades. In its outline, they noted that there has never been a more critical time to streamline the move to renewables, especially as the economy looks for […]
3 renewable energy projects behind COVID-19 recovery
The focus lately has been on Australia’s economy, as we look to find viable ways for crawling back into normality. The going is tough, and for businesses across the globe, it’s going to be slow going for a little while. But back on home soil, there are opportunities on the horizon, particularly in the form […]
UPDATE: COVID-19 restrictions – what you can and can’t do
We’ve all been eagerly waiting for news to come our way about the lift of lockdown. Last week, Scott Morrison announced that a three-stage plan will be rolled out to help re-open the economy carefully and strategically. This will happen differently across each state, as jurisdictions take control of the pace they’d like to adopt […]
New energy health check feature lets Aussies save on household costs
Across Australia, the effects of COVID-19 are taking a hit on the economy. But even at a household level, we’re feeling the impact of rising energy costs, as we spend more time at home. This shift in behavior is triggering Australians to review their current energy plans, assessing whether they’re receiving the best possible value […]
Queensland to play home to the biggest solar farm in Australia
Australia is almost ready to get its hands dirty, with the biggest solar farm in the country’s history planned for Queensland. Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk told online crowds at the Smart Energy Council Summit last week that the development comes with the intention of using more renewable energy projects to help restore the economy from coronavirus. […]
We are this close to making water out of ‘thin air’
A team in the remote location of Central Australia are looking forward to an innovative new trial that will see additional streams of drinking water created our of “thin air”. The town of Yuelamu – a remote area that sits 300 kilometres from Alice Springs – has experienced a significant amount of water supply issues […]
Commercial Solar Buyback Program
In partnership with Juice Capital, Energy Matters has launched a commercial (customer) solar buyback program, designed to give you, as a business, more return on your existing PV system. Australian businesses are currently facing tough times and challenging circumstances. To make it through the next 12 to 18 months, we’ve developed a solution that makes […]
