Chinese Solar Panel Carbon Footprint A Storm In A Teacup
A recent study showing Chinese-made solar panels to be nearly double in their carbon intensity compared to those manufactured in Europe needs to be considered with a sense of perspective.
Supercritical Solar Steam Could Rival Fossil Fuels
A breakthrough by CSIRO scientists could see solar energy replace fossil fuels in the most advanced power stations in the world.
SA Power Networks Reportedly Making A Motza From Battlers
The next time an electricity distributor seeks to crank up prices, it’s worth noting their after tax profit per customer.
GE Invests In Yingli Solar Panel Powered Facility
GE Energy Financial Services has invested in a 32-megawatt solar PV project in Japan that will use Yingli solar panels.
RET Review Holding Australia Back
While Australia’s Renewable Energy Target Review isn’t by any means done and dusted; fears of its outcome are having an impact.
REC Inks 100MW Solar Panel Supply Deal
REC Solar ASA last week signed an agreement to supply 100MW of its solar panels to SolarCity, with an option to increase to 240MW.
EU Announces Funding For Electrification In Rural Africa
The European Commission has announced 16 energy projects that will receive more than AUD $139 million in funding to help bring clean power to rural Africa.
US/China Solar Trade War A ‘Great Moment In Stupidity’
The US government has announced a decision to whack additional import duties of up to 35.2 per cent on Chinese-made solar panels.
Australia’s New Carbon Emissions Target – 18% Reduction
It seems Australia’s greenhouse gas emission reduction targets more than tripled on the weekend. Surprised? The Abbott Government might be too.
Renewable Energy Target Review Submissions Published
Submissions to Australia’s Renewable Energy Target review have begun to be listed for public scrutiny – and it’s looking like the review panel has a lot of reading ahead of it.
