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Winemaker installs largest solar farm by an Australian beverage producer

April 10, 2024 by Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson Leave a Comment

Firm behind Yellow Tail wine and Yenda Brewing Co completes $10 million solar farm that will supply one-third of the energy needs of its biggest winery.

Filed Under: Solar

Australia needs more batteries, EVs and electricians

February 22, 2024 by Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson Leave a Comment

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Australia needs to recruit more female electricians, deploy more home solar batteries and connect electric cars to the grid, a Senate inquiry has heard.

Filed Under: Electrification, Battery/Storage, Electric Vehicles, News

Solar battery faces compulsory recall after house fires

February 6, 2024 by Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson Leave a Comment

Australia’s consumer watchdog is weighing up whether to issue a compulsory recall for an LG solar battery after 13 fires, including one that destroyed a house.

Filed Under: Battery/Storage

Community renewables projects now powering thousands of homes, study reveals

December 6, 2023 by Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson Leave a Comment

Local energy projects are powering up in Australia, with a report showing they have generated enough electricity to power 2800 homes for a year.

Filed Under: Other Renewables

Big-four bank offers zero interest loans for rooftop solar, home batteries

October 31, 2023 by Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson Leave a Comment

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Interest-free loans on solar panels and batteries will be offered by one major bank in a bid to make renewable energy affordable to more households.

Filed Under: Solar, Battery/Storage, News

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