Australia’s First Community Owned Large Scale Solar Project
A new community project aims to cover South Melbourne Market’s new roof with solar panels.
Nano-Mesh Boosts Organic Solar Cell Efficiency
Princeton University researchers have discovered a cheap and easy way to substantially boost the efficiency of organic solar cells by creating a ‘black hole for light’.
Energy Matters Video News – Episode 77 – December 12, 2012
Virginia reports on Australia’s famous Christmas lights street going solar, cucumbers grown with solar power and sea water, the launch of the Australian Solar Hall of Fame and the ELF – a solar/pedal hybrid vehicle.
Renewables Could Provide 99.9% Of Power By 2030
Scientists state a well-designed combination of renewables could almost always provide more electricity than required at a cost comparable to today’s electricity expenses.
Cucumbers In The Sahara – Thanks To Solar Power
The first cucumbers produced in the Sahara desert using seawater and solar power were served up to participants at UN Climate Negotiations in Doha.
Solar Fibre A Stepping Stone To True Solar Clothing
We’ve already seen clothing with embedded flexible solar panels, but soon the clothing itself may be the solar cell.
Solar Hall Of Fame For Australia
Australian pioneers of solar power are receiving some well-earned recognition via the new Australian Solar Hall of Fame.
ELF – Solar Assisted Electric Personal Vehicle
It’s not quite a car or a bicycle; but something that falls in between – a three-wheeled electric vehicle with pedals.
Governments Must Come Clean On Fossil Fuel Subsidies
New analysis shows fossil fuel subsidies in developed countries are, on average, five times greater than the amounts pledged to support developing countries in addressing climate change and its impacts.
Fix Distribution Network Regulation, Slash Electricity Bills
$100 a year could be shaved off Australian households’ electricity bill if governments fix issues relating to the regulation of distribution networks say the Grattan Institute.
