Pensioners, Solar Power And Feed In Tariffs
A recent news story has created uncertainty among pensioners regarding the income they receive from solar feed in tariffs. According to Energy Matters, while feed in tariffs would be counted as income for social security purposes, that doesn’t mean to say pensioners would have their benefits cut or even reduced
UK Achieves 1 Gigawatt Offshore Wind Power Milestone
The UK’s first gigawatt of offshore wind energy capacity was achieved last week when two wind farms off the coast of Britain began generating electricity.
Insulation Scheme Scrapped, Solar Hot Water Rebate Stays
The Australian Federal Government has formally announced a decision to not proceed with the insulation component of the Renewable Energy Bonus Scheme, but has stated the Solar Hot Water Rebate component will proceed.
Obama Offered Free Solar Power For White House
24 years after Jimmy Carter’s solar hot water panels were removed from the White House roof by the Reagan administration, President Obama is being called upon to reinstall a solar power system on the iconic building to demonstrate a greater Presidential commitment to solar energy.
Solar Farm For Alice Springs Airport
Minister for Climate Change and Energy Efficiency, Senator Penny Wong, yesterday announced $1.132 million in funding for a $2.264 million solar farm project at Alice Springs Airport.
40 Years Of Earth Day
Forty years ago on April 22, 1970, 20 million people participated in the first Earth Day event in the USA. One billion people around the world will be involved in the event this year.
NSW Proposes Changes To Wind And Solar Power Planning Approvals
Solar farms and wind turbines in residential areas that meet strict noise limits may soon be able to be approved in New South Wales in just 10 days; or in the case of rural areas, may not require planning approval.
Suntech Pluto Solar Panels Power Sydney Town Hall
Suntech Power Holdings Co., Ltd. has provided 240 of its Pluto technology based solar panels for a 48kW rooftop installation on Sydney’s Town Hall. The installation is part of an $18 million initiative to improve the energy efficiency of city-owned properties in Sydney.
The Woes Of Big Wind Power
Compared to the environmental impact of fossil fuel sources and even nuclear power, issues with harvesting wind energy may seem relatively minor, but large scale wind farms run into more than their fair share of red tape when attempting to get established.
1.2 MW Solar Panel Array For University of Queensland
Queensland Premier Anna Bligh today announced a grant of $1.5 million towards a $7.75 million University of Queensland solar power project that the University says will be Australia’s largest and most powerful array of solar panels.
