Making Solar Cells From Trees
Researchers from Georgia Institute of Technology and Purdue University have discovered how to make fully-recyclable organic solar cells using plant materials.
IMF Urges Reining In Of Fossil Fuel Subsidies
A new report from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) estimates that energy subsidies total $1.9 trillion worldwide – the equivalent of 2.5 percent of global GDP.
A Solar Powered Tokyo?
Much of Tokyo’s power needs once supplied by nuclear power could be met by rooftop solar along with energy storage systems already in place.
Rooftop Solar Could Supply 134% Of Australian Residential Power Needs
According to a study by Energy Matters, if every suitable rooftop in Australia was turned into a solar power station, the amount of energy generated would supply more than 134.8% of the country’s residential electricity needs.
$600M Pledged For Renewables In Pacific Region
The Pacific Energy Summit wrapped up on Tuesday, with Australia and other countries committing to ploughing hundreds of millions of dollars into renewable energy projects in the region.
Boosting Solar Efficiency With Nanowire Cells
Nanotechnology keeps offering new and exciting breakthroughs in solar efficiency, boosting light absorption at an atomic level and potentially changing the solar industry.
Code of Conduct for Australian PV Retailers
The Clean Energy Council (CEC) is creating a Code of Conduct for PV retailers in an effort to enhance industry standards and the reputation of the Australian solar PV sector.
Energy Matters’ Australian First For Commercial Solar Leasing
National solar solutions provider Energy Matter has announced a commercial solar leasing program offering South Australian businesses the opportunity to install a solar power system with zero up front costs.
OPIC Funds Wind Power In Pakistan And Peru
The Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) has approved $288 million in funding for two enormous wind farm projects in Pakistan and Peru.
Renewable Energy Target Reactions
The Federal Government yesterday decided to maintain the Renewable Energy Target to ensure at least 20 per cent of Australia’s electricity comes from sources such as solar and wind power by 2020.
