Policy

Why are electricity prices going up again, and will it ever end?

Electricity prices look set to go up again in winter and consumers are justified in asking: why is this happening?…

March 17, 2023

Another 18 government schools go solar, join smart energy pilot

The solar schools, which will be part of a statewide VPP pilot, are expected to see a reduction in electricity…

March 10, 2023

Solar power is not an option for many households. How can we give them better support?

New research shows that without better government support, many people will miss out on the power bill busting benefits of…

March 9, 2023

Sun Tax: What solar export tariffs could cost you, and why you should be worried

"More holes than Swiss cheese!" Network proposed solar tariffs might not hit bills too hard to start with, but the…

February 24, 2023

Tiwi Islands community adds solar and battery to reach 50 per cent renewables

A remote NT community will soon source up to half of its electricity supply from renewables, with new works underway…

February 24, 2023

Small island nation goes big on renewables, with “ambitious stretching” goal

After recognising the need for more immediate action, this self-governing island nation has brought forward its renewable energy goal by…

February 15, 2023

ACT taps Brighte, again, for zero interest loans on solar, batteries and efficiency upgrades

ACT government confirms it will continue to partner with Brighte on next phase of $150 million Sustainable Household Scheme, following…

February 7, 2023

Why the humble heat pump is about to experience a global boom

International Energy Agency report predicts a boom-time for heat pumps – an "indispensable" technology in the global energy and climate…

December 1, 2022

Do neighbourhood batteries stack up? Five reasons for caution on shared grid storage

With big policy dollars pledged to neighbourhood batteries, we look at some of the problems facing community energy storage and…

November 30, 2022

Tasmania to help big energy users invest in efficiency as power price crisis continues

The Tasmanian government has unveiled a new $50m loan scheme to help commercial and industrial customers invest in energy efficiency…

November 24, 2022