New Fraser Coast solar farm gets approval from Council
The Regional Council has given the go ahead for construction of a new 120 MW Fraser Coast solar farm at Munna Creek in Queensland. The Fraser Coast Chronicle reports that the $200 million project could create about 300 jobs during construction. Additional staff will also be needed after completion for maintenance work. The project is […]
Darling Downs solar farm hooks up to main electricity grid
The transmission lines connecting Queensland’s Darling Downs Solar Farm to the main grid are now under construction. APA is building the 110 MW solar PV farm near Dalby on the Darling Downs, Queensland’s main agricultural region. The solar farm is the ninth approved by the Western Downs Regional Council and begins operation late this year. […]
2018 solar projects and technology drive a new energy boom
Experts are predicting a bright year ahead for Australia’s solar energy sector. New 2018 solar projects and the latest technology are building on the successes of 2017. The government-funded Clean Energy Finance Corporation is at the head of these new 2018 solar projects. They will fund forecasting technology designed to predict unexpected dropouts of energy. […]
British billionaire plans to build electric cars in Australia
A British billionaire industrialist is bidding to build electric cars in Australia, perhaps reviving the nation’s car industry in the process. Sanjeev Gupta looks set to bid for industrial assets at the former Holden manufacturing site in South Australia in a global auction. According to Reuters, SA treasurer Tom Koutsantonis has discussed with Mr Gupta […]
Record investment helps Australia meet 2020 Renewable Energy Target
Newly released figures show Australia is on track to meet the 2020 Renewable Energy Target (RET) due to record investment levels. Statistics revealed by the Clean Energy Regulator (CER) show Australia is primed to reach the major milestone ahead of schedule. A record level of investment in renewable energy during 2017 has boosted the nation’s […]
Energy wars resume as power demand peaks during heatwave
Energy Minister Josh Frydenberg has attacked South Australia for relying on Victorian energy as power demand peaks in summer’s scorching heat. Demand for east coast power in South Australia surged as the mercury soared last week, providing the Minister with an opportunity to reignite the nation’s energy wars. Mr Frydenberg himself was grilled by Radio […]
Noosa solar power systems on Council buildings mean clean energy boost
The beautiful resort town of Noosa is to get a clean energy boost after the local council announced plans to install solar systems on four of its buildings. The Noosa solar scene is significantly boosted by the announcement. Noosa, on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast, has plans to be carbon neutral by 2026. In fact, Noosa Council […]
Port Augusta solar thermal power plant will be biggest of its type in the world
South Australia’s reputation as the solar hub of Australia is growing, after the state government approved construction of a solar thermal power plant near Port Augusta. The 150 MW solar thermal power plant will also be the biggest of its kind in the world. The project will create 650 local jobs during construction and 50 […]
Getting off the grid with microgrids
With ever increasing prices and the threat of summer blackouts, more and more Australians are looking for alternative ways to get their energy. And many are turning to peer to peer microgrids. Microgrids help households go off grid and benefit from reduced bills and p2p trading with their neighbours. They are also an advantage if you […]
Aussies turn to renewables to cut business power bills
The rising price of electricity is not only affecting households. Manufacturers are also looking for ways to cut business power bills. One example is precision tool manufacturer ANCA, based in the outer Melbourne Bayside area. It’s an international company, employing 1,000 staff globally and turning over $180 million last year. Co-founder Pat Boland had an […]