Obama Calls For More Solar To Help Battle Climate Change

U.S President Barack Obama has put solar and other renewables in the spotlight as part of a plan to reduce the nation’s carbon emissions.
King Island Wind Farm Feasibility Study To Proceed

Hydro Tasmania says it will proceed with a feasibility for a wind farm on King Island, a facility that if constructed would be the largest in the Southern Hemisphere.
SMA’s New Solar Inverter Incorporates Battery Energy Storage

SMA’s latest inverter that incorporates a lithium ion battery has won an award at Intersolar Europe 2013 in Munich.
Ailing Aussie Dollar Puts Pressure On Solar Prices

With the Australian dollar predicted to weaken further, the time to go solar is now.
Australia’s Top Solar Electorates Plus Interactive Map

If you’ve ever wondered how many solar power systems are installed in your electoral region, this interactive map will tell you that and more.
DOE Expands Solar Research Capability

A new $135 million renewable energy research facility is the latest addition to the U.S. Department of Energy’s network of National Laboratories.
Energy Matters Supporting Solar Citizens

Australian grassroots group Solar Citizens is gaining a helping hand in its important work from national solar provider Energy Matters.
Walgreens To Add 200+ Solar Power Systems

Walgreens, the USA’s largest chemist store chain, says it will expand rooftop solar installations on its stores from 150 to more than 350.
Street Charge – Free Mobile Phone Solar Charging

Australian telcos take note – AT&T’s Street Charge is providing free solar mobile charging stations in locations throughout New York City.
Japan’s Farmers To Benefit From Rooftop Solar Power

Japan’s agricultural body has announced plans to spend AU$93 million installing 30 megawatts of solar on the rooftops of livestock barns and distribution centres.