ARENA report shows less than half Australian businesses have tapped renewables. But there’s no doubt the idea is starting to catch on.
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Solar and battery storage to power Victorian coal mine museum
In neat illustration of the clean energy transition, a Victorian NGO has won state government funding to power a historic coal mine site with solar and battery storage.
U.S. mayors defy Trump, back plans for 100 per cent renewable power
“Climate change may be the challenge of our generation, but it is also the opportunity of a lifetime.”
Schools are leading the charge on solar in Sydney’s East
A joint initiative by Randwick, Waverley and Woollahra Councils, Solar my School is helping schools make the switch to solar by providing free independent expert advice and support, from start to finish.
Solar pioneer David Mills' life in the burbs – with PV, two EVs, and battery storage
Solar pioneer David Mills says if he can do it, almost anyone can. And by doing “it”, he means powering his house and his two electric vehicles largely through rooftop solar, and storing excess output in battery storage.
Brisbane Airport to add fleet of 11 BYD electric buses
Brisbane Airport’s inter-terminal shuttle service will be run using 11 BYD electric buses, starting early 2018.
"A glimpse into the energy future" with NY affordable housing microgrid
New York has unveiled a groundbreaking project that brings microgrid technology – rooftop solar + fuel cell + lithium battery – to the city’s affordable housing stock.
Australian fruit & veg grower to spend "millions" on solar, storage
Australia’s biggest horticulture company, Costa Group, has revealed plans to roll out its own solar power and battery storage capacity, starting at its flagship SA mushroom facility.
Harvesting the sun: Farmers shift to solar to take the power back
Australia’s agribusiness sector is leading the commercial solar boom in Australia, as farmers seek to cut grid power costs and boost productivity through more efficient operating practices.
A natural home, in the heart of the city
Author Christopher Brown talks about climate change, wildlife and how he built an underground home in Austin, Texas.