Are there enough rooftop surfaces for solar PV panels to generate affordable, low-carbon energy for everyone who needs it?
Solar panels on half the world’s roofs could meet all of its electricity demand: study
UK energy crisis is a call to get homes off gas and onto energy efficiency
Like in Australia, most UK homes leak heat like a sieve and are hungry for gas, putting them on the front line of exposure to price shocks. It doesn’t have to be that way.
Complicated, costly and frustrating: How to avoid getting burnt on home solar
New research shows we need better support for the millions of Australian households and businesses that have invested in new, clean energy technologies.
Why you should stop removing your solar panels early
Research has found there are many incentives to remove rooftop solar panels prematurely, adding to Australia’s massive waste problem.
Are solar panel fires on the rise and, if so, what can we do about it?
Australia prides itself on being a world leader in household solar but until now we have not fully appreciated the safety risks.
Everyday Australians are building their own renewables projects, and you can too
Community renewables are the ideal way to generate local investment, build stronger rural economies and ensure the benefits of the energy transition are shared by all.
Net zero energy buildings: How to design whole communities that give as much as they take
To speed the transition to zero carbon emissions, the world must think bigger and focus on designing or redeveloping entire communities that are zero energy.
How “zombie” solar cells could power indoor devices without sunlight
UK researchers are working on a new type of smart solar cell that can adapt to the amount of available light, meaning it can work indoors.
How some home builders mislead consumers about energy ratings
A study of the websites of Australia’s largest-volume home builders has revealed how they explain energy efficiency to potential buyers. Here’s what it found.
How microgrids can keep the power on when disaster hits
Bushfires, storms and floods regularly leave thousands of Australian homes and businesses without power. So how can we build a better, more resilient – and more climate friendly – system?
