ABB Unveils ‘Game Changer’ Hybrid HVDC Circuit Breaker
Claiming to have solved a 100-year-old puzzle relating to electricity transmission, Zurich based ABB has developed the world’s first circuit breaker for high voltage direct current (HVDC).
Australian Government’s 2012 Energy White Paper Released
In launching the Australian Government’s Energy White Paper; Minister for Resources and Energy Martin Ferguson acknowledged there is no quick or easy fix for the issue of rapidly increasing electricity prices.
Alinta Energy Angers Solar Supporters
It seems some of the goodwill Alinta Energy has built up in relation to a potential solar thermal project in Port Augusta is in danger of being eroded due to recent comments attributed to the company.
Energy Matters Power Monitor Unveiled
With the Australian Government’s Energy White Paper advocating an increase in price for electricity used during peak times; a new device launched by Energy Matters will assist Australian solar households take more control over their power consumption and costs.
Rolling Sunlight Helping New York Storm Victims
Greenpeace’s solar truck is in New York, generating electricity for some of those affected by Sandy.
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.
