AGL, Someva Joint Venture: NSW Energy Park
AGL and Someva Renewables have announced a joint venture to develop Pottinger Energy Park, to be located within the New South Wales gazetted South West Renewable Energy Zone (REZ). The Pottinger Energy Park is expected to consist of a 1.2GW wind farm, 300MW solar farm and 500MW/2000MWh battery energy storage system. The proposed park location
Wurrumiyanga Solar and Battery Project in Final Stages
The Wurrumiyanga Solar Infill and Energy Storage Pilot Project is currently undergoing testing as it nears completion. Once fully operational the project is set to provide a 1.1MW solar array, together with a 1.75MVA battery energy storage system. The battery system will provide 3MWh hours of storage capacity. Once testing of the battery system is
New Study: Climate Change Impact on Solar Panels
A new study published by the University of New South Wales (UNSW) has found that photovoltaic (PV) modules are at high risk of degradation due to harsh weather conditions caused by climate change. PV modules are being rolled out across the country as solar technology is expected to become one of the largest sources of
ESB Asks for a Team to Help Consumers with Energy Issues
The Energy Security Board (ESB) has released its final report, Consumer energy resources and the transformation of the national energy market (NEM), which sets out priorities for consumer energy resources (CER) integration for governments, industry and market bodies for the next 12 months. The report called on the government to establish a CER taskforce, mandated
To Domestic Solar Manufacturing: APVI’s Silicon 2 Solar Roadmap
The Australian Photovoltaic Institute (APVI) has released an industry roadmap for the manufacturing of domestic solar PV, which outlines a pathway for Australian industry to build domestic supply chains from material processing to manufacturing. The report, titled Silicon 2 Solar, was supported by the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) and developed by the APVI in
Fresenius Medical Care Adopts 290kW Solar System for Sustainable
Fresenius Medical Care is a leading provider of products and services to those affected by chronic kidney failure. As part of a firm focus on environmental sustainability, Fresenius recently undertook an initiative to implement a sustainable energy solution that could transform its operations to generate long-term electricity savings and support its sustainability goals. Risen Energy
What You Should Expect from Solar Installers
Choosing the right solar installer can make all the difference in your solar energy journey. From offering clear pricing to…
2,000 Sheep Share Space with New England Solar Project
The 720MW New England Solar project, developed by ACEN Australia has hit its 400MW peak generating capacity and is now the grazing ground for more than 2,000 merino sheep. The project site covers 2,000ha of cleared grazing land leased from local landholders and will provide enough clean renewable power for around 300,000 homes. Construction of
New Solar Farm and BESS Enhance Energy Supply in WA
Horizon Power has announced that a new centralised solar farm and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) is now in operation at Cue, Western Australia. Cue is the fourth regional Western Australian town to receive a centralised solar farm as part of Horizon Power’s Major Project’s Midwest Solar Program, following the successful completion of projects in
Electrical Safety Alert: LG Energy Solution & Solax Power Recall
LG Energy Solution Australia & SolaX Power are undertaking a safety recall for certain residential energy storage system batteries (ESS Home Batteries). Affected batteries can overheat and catch fire. This can cause injury, death or damage to property. Incidents have occurred and caused damage to property. What is the issue? LG Energy Solution Australia &