Global Wind Energy Powered Ahead In 2011
This month saw the release of the Global Wind Energy Council’s wrap-up of 2011, and the figures show wind power continued to surge ahead in a global climate of political and economic uncertainty.
Mars Rover Solar Panels Thick With Dust
An amazing image from NASA’s Mars Exploration Rover Opportunity shows a huge amount of dust coating the rover’s solar panels; making them appear to almost blend in with the surrounding landscape – and yet they continue to generate electricity.
Suntech Named In MIT Technology Review’s 2012 TR50
Solar panel producer Suntech Power Holdings Co., Ltd. has been included in MIT Technology Review’s 2012 TR50 for developing low cost ways of making better silicon solar cells.
Largest SolarWindow Organic Photovoltaic Module Unveiled
Scientists working on New Energy Technologies Inc.’s latest incarnation of the ‘see-thru’ organic photovoltaic solar panel, SolarWindow, say they have finally overcome the biggest obstacle confronting the commercialisation of the product.
Energy Matters CEO Elected To Solar PV Leadership Committee
The results of the Clean Energy Council’s (CEC) Solar PV Elections have been announced and Energy Matters’ CEO Jeremy Rich is among the members who will form the organisation’s Solar PV Leadership Committee.
Apple To Construct USA’s Largest End-User Owned Solar Farm
After rumours swirled for months, Apple has confirmed it will be constructing a 20MW solar farm.
Millions To Benefit From Low Cost Solar In Asia And Africa
A recently announced initiative will see up to 33 million people living in poverty in Africa and Asia supplied with low-cost solar panels and solar battery packs.
Solar Flagships: Government Monitoring Actions Of Retailers
As four consortia prepare to lodge their updated bids for the re-opened solar PV part of the struggling Solar Flagships program, the Department of Energy has revealed that it is keeping a watching brief on the behaviour of the big three energy retailers says RenewEconomy’s Giles Parkinson.
Electricity Retailer Plans To Slug Households Extra 10%
South Australia’s largest energy retailer plans to increase the average annual household electricity bill by an extra $150 due to ‘special circumstances’.
$1 Billion Australian Clean Technology Investment Programs Launched
The Gillard Government today launched its Clean Technology Investment Programs – $1 billion in funding for manufacturers to improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions.
