The Road to Energy Independence: How to Ditch Fossil Fuels

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Australia has come a long way from the backfiring of the Datsun 180Bs at 3 o’clock in the morning, the neighbourhood kids playing under the sprinklers on a blistering summer’s day, and the casual littering by passing cars on the side of the road. For better or worse, our attitude toward the environment has shifted. […]

How All-Renewable Microgrids Can Help Regional Australia Face Climate Change

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In recent years, the world has witnessed a significant shift towards sustainable energy solutions to combat climate change and reduce dependence on fossil fuels. In Australia, as in many parts of the globe, the focus has turned towards renewable energy sources and innovative energy distribution systems. An intriguing development in this landscape is the emergence […]

GoodWe EcoSmart Kids Competition Winners and Results

GoodWe EcoSmart 2023 winners

GoodWe’s primary school educational program, EcoSmart Kids, was a roaring success on its inaugural trip around Victorian schools. The program, aimed at educating children on renewable energy, climate change, and sustainability, concluded with a competition. Students were asked to develop a positive environmental message that could be presented in the medium of their choosing. The […]

VNI West Electricity Transmission:  Debate Over Victoria’s Ambitious & Longest Power Line

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Infrastructure projects that enhance electricity transmission capabilities are pivotal in shaping a nation’s energy landscape in an era defined by the pressing need for sustainable energy solutions. Victoria, a southeastern state of Australia, has taken a significant stride towards modernising its power transmission network with the groundbreaking Victoria to New South Wales Interconnector West (VNI […]

Switching Off 3G in Australia: What Does This Mean for You?

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As technology advances astonishingly, telecommunication networks are undergoing significant transformations to keep up with the demands of a digitally driven society. One such transformation is the imminent shutdown of the 3G in Australia, which marks a crucial step towards embracing faster and more efficient connectivity. Telstra, Optus, and Vodafone, the nation’s major telecom providers, are […]

CIMIC Acquires 300 MWdc Solar Project in Queensland

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In a significant stride toward enhancing Australia’s renewable energy landscape, a subsidiary of CIMIC Group, a global engineering and infrastructure conglomerate, has recently acquired a substantial 300 megawatt-dc (MWdc) solar project in Queensland. This acquisition underscores the nation’s commitment to transitioning energy mix toward cleaner sources and meeting its renewable energy targets. The project’s scope, […]

Biosolar Roofs: Combining Green Roofs and Rooftop Solar Panels for a Sustainable Future

Biosolar Roofs: Combining Green Roofs and Rooftop Solar Panels for a Sustainable Future

Innovative technologies are continually emerging in the ongoing pursuit of sustainable and eco-friendly living solutions. One such groundbreaking concept is the biosolar roof, a unique integration of solar energy with rooftop solar panels and green roofs. This fusion showcases the synergy between renewable energy and urban vegetation and holds the potential to transform city living […]