World Solar Challenge 2013 – The Australian Teams
It’s just over a month until World Solar Challenge 2013 kicks off – and Australian teams have a strong showing this year.
Royalla Solar Farm Secures Cash
The parties involved with the ACT’s Royalla Solar Farm have secured financial backing via ANZ and National Australia Bank.
Solar Panels Reducing South Australia’s Electricity Consumption
Expected growth in energy consumption in South Australia over the next decade has been lowered; thanks in part to solar PV.
UAE And Saudi Arabia Evolving Into Solar Powerhouses
The United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia are leading the way among Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states in the deployment of solar power.
Cheaper Offshore Wind Energy
A study commissioned by the German Offshore Wind Energy Foundation has found the cost of electricity from offshore wind farms could be reduced by 30 percent over the next decade.
South Australia Feed In Tariff Deadline Looms
Last month it was Tasmania, this month solar incentives in South Australia face the axe.
Record PV Solar Demand In Asia Pacific
A new report from market forecasting firm NPD Solarbuzz shows nations in the Asia Pacific (APAC) leading a resurgent solar industry in 2013.
Millions Benefiting From Solar Lights In Africa
The uptake of off-grid lights in Africa has been phenomenal and up to 140 million people will have access to safer, better lighting by 2015.
Coalition Intends To Gut Renewable Energy Funding
Among its axing of renewable energy programs, the Coalition has announced it also intends to cut funding to the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA).
Victoria’s 2014 Feed In Tariff Incentive Rate Announced
The Essential Services Commission (ESC) has determined the minimum solar feed in tariff rate electricity retailers will be required to pay next year.
