Switzerland’s First Solar Powered Ski Lift
Tenna is a small, quiet village in Switzerland with 109 inhabitants; but has become big news after announcing a rather unique project – a ski-lift powered by solar energy; the second in the world.
Australian Solar Feed In Tariffs Exempt From Pension Income Test
It’s official – Centrelink has announced solar feed in tariffs will not be included in pension income tests.
Clean Energy Projects Could Replace Hazelwood Power Station By 2013
In a report released by Environment Victoria yesterday, the group says Hazelwood Power Station could be replaced with clean and renewable energy projects as soon as the end of 2012; and by doing so would slash Victoria’s greenhouse pollution by 12 percent.
Energy Matters Supports NMIT’s Awards Night
Energy Matters representative Deborah Porter presented NMIT’s Outstanding Renewable Energy Student with a $500 gift certificate at the NMIT’s awards night last Wednesday.
CEC: Victoria’s Wind Power Industry Under Threat
The Victorian Liberal Nationals Coalition’s wind farm policy was launched in Ballarat today and has been strongly criticised by Australia’s peak renewable energy body.
Abbott’s Budget Reply – Renewable Energy
In a response to the recent Federal Budget announcements, Opposition Leader Tony Abbott had little to say yesterday about renewable energy.
Australian Budget – Renewable Energy Reactions
As with any Budget, last night’s announcements met with a mixture of optimism and criticism from various corners in relation to renewable energy.
Suntech, Silex Solar and UNSW Team Up
Suntech Power Holdings Co., Ltd., the University of New South Wales (UNSW) and Silex Solar have announced a joint research project to boost the power conversion efficiencies of crystalline silicon solar cells.
Survey: Australians Want Solar Power Mandatory On New Houses
Recent research has found 83% of Australian home owners believe solar power systems should be installed on all new houses in Australia by 2015.
Australia’s Budget – Renewable Energy Future Fund Announced
The Australian Federal Government handed down its 2010/2011 budget a short time ago with Treasurer Wayne Swan announcing a new $652 million Renewable Energy Future Fund
