Supercapattery – Supercapacitor Battery Hybrid
Another solution for storing electricity generated by renewable sources such as wind and solar power is being developed by researchers at The University of Nottingham – the supercapattery.
Australia’s Enhanced Renewable Energy Target
Long awaited changes to Australia’s Renewable Energy Target were finally passed on Thursday, changes some are calling the biggest climate change reform in Australia’s history.
Biodegradable Pens Made With Wind Power
In a throw-away society, disposable pens make a significant contribution to our waste stream and the production of pens is an energy intensive process. US company DBA has taken steps to address both these issues with its “98” product.
Sharp Building Solar Farms In Germany
Sharp Energy Solution Europe has announced it will build two solar farms consisting of 17,000 Sharp silicon-based thin-film solar panels for energy providers in Germany.
Australia’s Renewable Energy Target – Further Proposed Amendments
The Government has announced further proposed amendments to the Renewable Energy Target a short time ago.
Solar Powered Hamburgers
Burger King Corp, known as Hungry Jacks in Australia, last week unveiled a restaurant partially powered by wind and solar energy.
New Safety Rules For Solar Panel Installations In Australia
Companies seeking to install solar panels under the Government’s Renewable Energy Target (RET) will have to comply with more stringent safety and compliance requirements from today.
Solar Power Brings FIFA 2010 World Cup To Villages
FIFA World Cup fever is gripping the world once again and even more people are able to watch the soccer matches thanks to solar power and German company, SolarWorld.
Solar Powered Mole Repeller
While moles aren’t a problem in Australia, these cute creatures appear to be a real pest in the UK. Control methods can sometimes be quite brutal, but solar power has come to the rescue with a more humane mole control device.
Reports : Renewable Energy Target Legislation Stalled
Several sources are reporting the Federal Government has withdrawn legislation related to a revamp of Australia’s Renewable Energy Target (RET) and that it may not be presented again until after the next Federal election.
