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.
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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.
NAB, CEFC extend green loan scheme as farmers flock to solar, efficiency
CEFC commits a further $180m to extend NAB Energy Efficient Bonus program, after huge success with Australian farmers.
NT aboriginal community to get 1MW solar plant, cut reliance on diesel
Nauiyu community set to be powered by a 1MW solar plant during the day, relegating its diesel generators for use only at night and as back-up.
Solar powered factories: Industrial energy costs targeted in Victoria finance scheme
Victorian government backed funding scheme helps plastics manufacturer install solar, slash electricity costs by nearly $100k/year.
Lismore community solar plant switched on, marking Australian first
One of Australia’s first community-funded, council operated solar farms is up and running this week, after the switching on of a 99kW rooftop PV system at the Goonellabah Sports & Aquatic Centre in Lismore, NSW.