World’s Largest Community Owned Solar Project
Last week, Westmill Solar Co-operative in the UK completed the acquisition of Westmill Solar Park, making the project the largest community-owned solar power station in the world.
Australian Solar Council Releases RET Recommendations Analysis
The Australian Solar Council has released a detailed analysis by industry experts of the Climate Change Authority’s (CCA) draft recommendations for the Renewable Energy Target.
Tokelau Achieves Solar Power Goal
Nearly 100 per cent of Tokelau’s electricity needs are now met through solar energy, which has allowed the nation to ditch much of its heavy reliance on diesel generators.
MP’s – How Many Pro-Solar Voters In Your Electorate?
Some MP’s will get a nasty shock and others a pleasant surprise this morning as they gain more insight into how many pro-solar voters live in their electorates.
Unfavourable Outlook For Natural Gas And Brown Coal
The growth wind power in Australia will hurry along the decline of coal and even the future of gas has been called into question.
Senate Select Committee on Electricity Prices Report Released
The Senate Select Committee on Electricity Prices has acknowledged residential and commercial solar have had a positive impact on the cost of electricity.
Australian Solar Council Slams Discrimination Against Home Solar
The Australian Solar Council (previously known as AuSES) has expressed serious concerns with regard to the Climate Change Authority’s (CCA) Review of the Renewable Energy Target Discussion Paper.
Solar Driving Down South Australia’s Mains Electricity Consumption
A report from the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) shows a substantial drop in demand for mains grid supplied electricity in South Australia.
World’s Largest Wind Farm Starts Producing Electricity
The first electricity has been generated by the London Array Offshore Wind Farm.
Samsung’s Solar Powered Internet Schools
Samsung is helping students in Africa via its solar powered classrooms – and they are much more than just a converted shipping container with solar panels whacked on the top.
