Sydney-based study finds that solar panels installed on a planted “green roof” get a significant boost to their generation output, compared to a conventional rooftop.
Planted green roofs deliver a boost to solar output, study reveals
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Plenty of promise for solar households, but ESB report delivers no windfalls
Some mainstream media hot takes on the ESB's long-awaited market redesign paint solar households as big winners. But is that accurate?
Solar export rule not the consumer “win” it’s cracked up to be
The AEMC decision to allow solar export charging was widely reported in the mainstream media as a win for consumers. It is not – and here's why.
How to build a renewable microgrid: Monash Uni launches interactive “toolbox”
The team behind Monash University's ground-breaking solar and battery microgrid has developed an interactive how-to guide for other businesses and organisations.
Powercor turns to community batteries to boost solar exports in PV hotspots
One of Australia's top rooftop solar postcodes will be the site of a new community battery, as Victorian networks plan rollout of up to 12 more.
Australia-first community battery trial delivers bill savings and some key lessons
An Australian-first ARENA-backed community battery storage trial in WA has achieved its main objectives, but might be most valuable for the lessons learnt.
Cyclone hit Kalbarri gets ready to welcome wind, solar and battery microgrid
Western Power names the dates for official launch of much-delayed wind, solar and battery microgrid that will help power WA town of Kalbarri.
Autonomous Energy emerges from administration with management buyout
One of the sector’s oldest and most successful companies has been pulled out of administration and given a new start under management ownership.
What does the “solar tax” mean for consumers? Here are six key takeaways
Here are 6 key takeaways from the AEMC’s decision on the proposed solar tax. Number 1. It’s complicated!
“Enormous milestone” as first wind turbine goes up at Esperance micorgrid
Plans to supply almost half of the energy needs of a remote WA town with a mix of solar, wind, battery storage pass an "enormous milestone."
Kimberley town taps solar and battery to cut energy costs, boost resilience
Solar on 13 buildings – including at the local pool – to save remote WA town $170,000 a year on electricity costs, with more solar and a community battery to come.
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.
Rooftop solar for renters: ANU study seeks best policies to bridge the energy divide
Energy Consumers Australia backs ANU-led research into which policy interventions are likely to succeed in making rooftop solar more equally available to renters.
NSW project to model eight “islandable” renewable and battery-based microgrids
ANU-led project to assess feasibility of transitioning NSW southcoast communities from power systems exposed to bushfires to a resilient network of microgrids.
Eight communities breaking new ground with renewable microgrids
We take a look at eight US microgrid projects – some operating, some still being built – notable for their origins, ambitions, unique features and forward looking approach.
Solar and battery microgrid on track to power off-grid town of Jabiru
Works begin on Jabiru Hybrid Renewable Project, the solar and battery components of which should supply the off-grid NT town with 50% renewables by early next year.
