China’s Risen Energy inks deal to provide 20MW of its new 500W PV modules, marking a first in the higher efficiency, lower LCOE push.
Risen Energy leads race to deliver 500W solar modules, cut system costs
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How a renewable microgrid saved lives in the California wild-fires
A 1.8MW solar and battery microgrid has saved the tribal community of Humboldt County $195,000 in electricity costs. But when the main grid was shut down to prevent wildfires, it saved more than money.
First panels installed at Gupta-backed project to add 6MW to innovation park
The first solar panels have been installed as part of a 6MW project to supply the Tonsley Park Innovation District in Adelaide.
NSW to trial free rooftop solar systems for low income households
NSW Government offers free rooftop solar to pensioners and veterans under a trial for 3,000 low income households.
XXXX! Lion solar deal to slash energy costs for hundreds of pubs
Lion breweries sign major group PPA deal with Simply Energy to supply more than 300 pubs and hotels with cheaper solar power.
Remote aboriginal communities to benefit from solar co-investments
Aboriginal communities set to save thousands in electricity costs through co-investments in rooftop solar rollout, in partnership with Horizon Power.
NSW coal city, Newcastle, sets sights on 100 per cent renewables
NSW city best known for its busy coal port wants to take council operations 100% renewable by 2020, with a combination of installed solar and a renewable off-take deal.
Solar powered Byron Bay brewer eyes thermal energy storage
Stone & Wood Brewing Company to investigate feasibility of integrating a Thermal Energy Storage System from South Australian company 1414 Degrees.
EnergyAustralia acquires stake in solar, energy efficiency company Echo Group
EnergyAustralia buys into Echo Group to boost its solar options for commercial customers.
Should you take your house off grid?
There are several reasons to consider a life off the grid. But you should always consider whether the advantages outweigh the disadvantages for your household.
