Origin, AGL Warn Of Electricity Price Increases
Energy Minister Martin Ferguson warned earlier this year that decisions of State and Territory Governments to attempt to hold back necessary electricity price increases would be “coming home to roost”. He wasn’t kidding.
Solar Power To Provide Greater Safety For Soldiers
The US Department of Defense (DoD) say they can improve the safety of soldiers in war zones by giving them their own portable solar power systems.
Energy Matters A Melbourne Awards Winner
In a gala ceremony at Melbourne Town Hall on Saturday night, Victoria-based national solar company Energy Matters emerged a winner in the Melbourne Awards.
Seaswarm – Solar Powered Oil Skimmer
The recent BP Gulf of Mexico oil spill disaster saw a number of new oil cleanup gadgets, gizmos and strategies thrust into the limelight. Here’s MIT’s latest contribution – the Seaswarm, driven by solar power.
Grid Parity For Solar Power In U.S. By 2015
In the 70’s and 80’s, the USA was a world leader in renewable energy; a position it lost due to its pursuit of fossil fuels. The nation’s Recovery Act investments are helping the U.S. along the path to regaining its solar power crown.
Bosch Opens New Solar Cell Plant
Bosch is a name synonymous with excellence in German engineering, particularly in the automotive and household appliance sector. The company is also now making its presence felt in the solar power industry.
Greens Senate Victory And Australia’s Solar Power Revolution
While Australia starts the working week still not knowing who will take the reins of the country, the Greens having won the balance of power in the Senate is very good news for renewable energy.
Electricity Price Rise To Sting Three Australian States
The cost of electricity continues to climb, making solar power an even more attractive option for many Australian households and businesses.
World’s First Solar Diesel Power Station Unveiled in Western Australia
A town in Western Australia has officially unveiled a world-first – A solar diesel power station that stores energy in flywheel “batteries”.
Australian Greens Blast Gillard For Cutting Solar Power Funding
The Australian Greens say they are the only party serious about tackling climate change and transitioning Australia into a renewable energy economy.
