Firm behind Yellow Tail wine and Yenda Brewing Co completes $10 million solar farm that will supply one-third of the energy needs of its biggest winery.
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If you’ve got a dark roof, you’re spending almost $700 extra a year to keep your house cool
Cool roofs have many benefits, including to boost aircon efficiency and make solar work more efficiently. So why is this being ignored in Australia’s major cities?
Efficient electric appliances save consumers $18 billion over 10 years
Choosing the right appliance can shrink your power bill and make a dent in a business or household’s carbon footprint, according to federal government data.
Supercharged solar-for-renters scheme back on political agenda
Advocates of super-charged solar-for-renters scheme say rental households could save more than $700 annually on power bills with grants of up to $3500 for the installation of rooftop PV.
From gravel pit to solar farm: Pioneering community project nears completion
After years of grit, determination and collaboration, construction is underway on one of Australia’s pioneering community solar and battery storage projects.
Fancy a 20 per cent council rate cut? It could be as easy as adding rooftop solar
Local government calls for feedback on a proposal to drive rooftop solar uptake by offering a generous discount to annual council rates.
“It’s cooked:” How Victoria’s worst electricity outage helped get us off gas
After losing power in last week’s storm, the gas stovetop was the only household appliance that didn’t make a triumphant return. And it’s been a revelation.
Home solar, batteries, EVs could unlock savings of $19 billion by 2040
A meta-analysis of nine studies finds flexibility will be vital to unlock the most value from consumer energy resources and could slash the cost of transitioning to renewables.
Energy saving and electrification grants of up to $25,000 up for grabs for business
Federal funding totaling $41.2 million will be allocated to Australian businesses for upgrades to freezers, air conditioning and other equipment.
Heat pump democracy: Tasmania gets funds for social housing energy upgrade
Tasmania has become the fourth state or territory to join up to the federal government’s plan to close energy gap on social housing.