Transgrid Takes Delivery Of 400kW Energy Storage System

An Australian-made energy storage system is now on site in Western Sydney.
Wind Power Growth In EU Slips (Slightly)

The European Wind Energy Association (EWEA) has released a report forecasting slower than expected growth in Europe’s wind power sector by 2020.
Lord Howe Island’s Clean, Renewable Energy Future

The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) is helping to fund a hybrid renewable energy project on Lord Howe Island that will include energy storage.
Build A Better (Smaller) Inverter – Win A Million Bucks

Google wants to see the size of inverters shrink – and will award a million dollars to the person or team that comes up with the best design.
Spotlight On Solar Mounting Systems At Clean Energy Week

Good quality and properly installed mounting frames are a crucial part of a solar power system; but this critical element is sometimes not given the attention it deserves.
More Big Solar News From SunEdison

Tuesday saw two major announcements relating to US-based solar giant, SunEdison.
Australian Renewable Energy Roundup

Tuesday was a significant day for renewable energy related announcements and activities in Australia; even though the shadow of the Government’s renewables razor gang looms large.
The Sponge That Turns Solar Power Into Steam

Researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology say a new structure capable of converting 85 per cent of solar energy into steam could vastly improve current approaches to solar thermal power generation.
India To Double Tax On Coal

India’s Finance Minister recently announced plans to substantially increase the nation’s tax on coal in order to help finance renewable energy projects.
A Bright Future For US Rooftop Solar

The US Energy Information Administration (EIA) has forecast that of the estimated 83 gigawatts (GW) of renewable capacity additions in the nation between now and 2040, nearly half are expected to be photovoltaic (PV) systems.