Spark secures state approval for massive solar and battery project
Spark Renewables has secured final state planning approval for a solar and battery project that will add 800 MW of PV and 356 MW / 1,574 MW of energy storage capacity to the grid in the New South Wales Riverina region.
South Australia opens up new areas for renewable energy opportunities
South Australia has opened up more than 11,000 square kilometres of land for the potential development of renewable energy projects as it continues the march towards its target of 100% net renewables by 2027.
What it takes to deliver a net zero system: AEC Energy 2050 report
The Australian Energy Council has released its Energy 2050 report addressing what policy makers and industry might do to deliver a net zero system, while balancing affordability, reliability and sustainability.
Global LONGi service centre network to support new one-stop-shop strategy
LONGi has launched LONGi ONE, an integrated solar-plus-storage product strategy for grid-scale, and commercial and industrial projects, which will be supported by a growing network of 30 new service centres opening in key locations globally by 2028.
Victorian regional council adopts renewable energy guidelines
A local Victorian council has pre-empted future large-scale renewable energy project proposals by developing a comprehensive clean energy guideline, based on community consultation.
Tropical North Queensland eco-tourism resort installs 110 kW solar array
The Thala Beach Nature Reserve, 1,600 kilometres north of Brisbane in tropical Far North Queensland, has installed a 110 kW solar energy system and battery energy storage to enhance the property’s eco-tourism and sustainable operations.
ElectraNet unveils transmission plans to support demand growth
A multibillion-dollar pipeline of electricity transmission upgrades is being proposed by South Australia’s network operator ElectraNet as it seeks to keep pace with “unprecedented” levels of connection demand.
Transgrid shortlists 2 GW of batteries to strengthen NSW grid
New South Wales transmission company Transgrid has shortlisted nine battery energy storage projects with a combined capacity of 2 GW to provide essential system strength services to the state’s electricity grid from later this year.
Five battery projects totalling 7.9 GWh advance through approvals
Australia’s massive battery pipeline continues to grow, with projects being filed and making their way through key approvals.
Enphase launches AI home energy management system
Enphase Energy has introduced to Australia and New Zealand an artificial intelligence software platform that helps homeowners reduce costs, up clean energy self-consumption and grant control of key home appliances.
