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A successful energy transition depends on managing when people use power. So how do we make demand more flexible?

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Fortescue turns back to Plug Power for key electrolyser supply deal, and plans to sign it up for a number of global green hydrogen projects.

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Anyone wondering about the economic impact offshore wind will have on Australian coastal communities should start by looking at my home town.

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Is there value that justifies interconnection? AEMO and network asset owners insist there is, but they have so far failed to support the claim.

The post Is there a case for building new grid interconnectors? AEMO’s own data suggests not appeared first on RenewEconomy.

W.A. government is looking at supporting an electrolyser manufacturing facility in the state to support its massive green hydrogen plans.

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New California law means fossil majors like Chevron will have to account for emissions from vehicles that use their fuel. This will have a global impact.

The post New climate law compels companies to disclose all their emissions – it’s a big deal appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Registrations open for massive tender for battery storage to fill potential gaps in South Australia and Victoria, which have the most variable wind and solar power.

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NSW distribution network company to roll out 5,600 smart meters to customers after being granted a "trial waiver" from the Australian Energy Regulator.

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Consultation on federal government plans to establish an offshore wind zone off NSW coast of Illawarra is stirring up some bizarre behaviour and claims.

The post Offshore wind turbines will “block the sunrise:” Illawarra consultation takes a bizarre twist appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Griffith Uni study find most Australians are not not listening to climate scientists, they're "looking out the window and saying 'I think the weather is all right'."

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Australian software will help integrate solar built into the house on roof tiles, windows and even cladding, and turn them into smart buildings with demand response.

The post New tech to help incorporate “built-in” solar from roof tiles, windows and cladding appeared first on RenewEconomy.

NBN signs deal to take around 10 per cent of the output from the Macarthur wind farm as it moves towards 100 per cent renewable supply.

The post NBN signs six year off-take deal with Macarthur wind farm appeared first on RenewEconomy.

The ACCC approval of Brookfield's bid for Origin is a landmark for Australia, given it is the first time climate change has trumped competition concerns.

The post ACCC chooses climate over competition for first time in landmark Origin ruling appeared first on RenewEconomy.

The first fully operational turbine at world's largest offshore wind farm has started sending power to the British grid.

The post “Mind boggling:” World’s largest offshore wind farm powers up, with lessons for Australia appeared first on RenewEconomy.

First wind farms inaugurated in United Arab Emirates, across four locations and using special low wind speed technology, in time for COP28.

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Plans to develop critical offshore wind port infrastructure in Victoria to handle the massive wind turbines have been submitted for environmental assessment.

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Osaka-based Ex-Fusion will set up a wholly owned subsidiary in SA by the end of the year, to further develop its laser technology.

The post Japan laser fusion start-up sets up base in South Australia appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Solar set a new generation share record in South Australia, and pushed operational demand and coal output to new lows in NSW. Even Tasmania celebrated a new solar milestone.

The post Solar reaches new peak of 126.7 pct of South Australia demand, NSW coal at record low appeared first on RenewEconomy.

South Australia-based Yes Group has received a $70 million boost to its plans to roll out up to 30 small solar and battery projects in regional Australia.

The post Global giants back network of small scale solar and battery projects in regional Australia appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Federal government formally opens the tender process for the $2 billion hydrogen head-start program as Australia tries to keep pace in the global green energy arms race.

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