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Researchers say use of holograms could be key to solving a common problem with solar cell design, boosting output by as much as five per cent.

The post Why adding holograms to solar cells could led to massive performance boost appeared first on RenewEconomy.

South Australia takes big step towards flexible solar exports after a successful virtual power plant trial that increased household output.

The post Flexible rooftop solar exports could be a reality next year after trial success appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Indonesia is shifting slowly towards increasing levels of climate action, with a new plan to cancel new coal and retire existing coal gradually.

The post Indonesia bans new coal plants and pivots to renewables and carbon markets appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Woodside may build 50MW solar farm to help power LNG facility, and could double in size if ammonia producer Perdeman also signs up for solar.

The post Woodside and Perdeman may build 100MW solar farm in W.A. north appeared first on RenewEconomy.

A new poll finds that Australians are ready to take serious climate action - including banning new coal mines across Australia.

The post Australia is ready for a change on climate – which party will take the first step? appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Queensland government reveals the Tarong coal plant would become host of new big battery, as it deals with the fallout of recent coal plant failures.

The post Tarong coal generator to add 150MW big battery in Queensland “battery blitz” appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Expanded Tesla big battery at Hornsdale stepped into market after Callide coal explosion with successful real-world test of its "virtual machine mode."

The post “Virtual machine”: Hornsdale battery steps in to protect grid after Callide explosion appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Some 11 solar farms and one wind farm in north Queensland have output limited in safety first response to Callide coal explosion.

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The ability to use your car as a mobile energy storage and supply device is on our doorstep – or should we say, in our driveway.

The post Explainer: When can I charge my house from my EV? appeared first on RenewEconomy.

CBA-led investment round sweetened with deal that will see Amber offer its energy products to the bank's substantial customer base.

The post Energy retail upstart Amber gains new funds and customer base in CBA deal appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Federal Court rules that the federal environment minister owes a 'duty of care' to protect children from climate impacts of coal mine expansion.

The post Children win landmark climate change court case against Australian minister appeared first on RenewEconomy.

A historic court ruling and shareholder revolts mark one of the worst days for big oil in recent history. And the year is only getting started.

The post Shell, Exxon and Chevron stunned by courts and shareholders in climate blitz appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Australia’s solar pioneers have been awesome, and it’s sad to say goodbye. Plus: Some really crap solar stories.

The post Solar Insiders Podcast: A hat tip to some great Australian solar pioneers appeared first on RenewEconomy.

CEFC commissioned study finds that renewable hydrogen is already cost-competitive in heavy transport industries, and could compete with EVs by mid-century.

The post Renewable hydrogen already cheaper for heavy transport, new analysis says appeared first on RenewEconomy.

The Coalition argued that the coal plant explosion at Callide is a justification for more coal. A big battery might just have prevented the blackouts.

The post Would a big banana, or even a big battery, have kept the lights on in Queensland? appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Big batteries are a versatile, cost competitive and exciting new technology changing the landscape of Australia’s electricity grid. Here's how.

The post Explainer: What is a big battery and what can it do? appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Andrew Dickson from CWP explains why Australia’s biggest wind and solar project - 26GW - will likely focus on green ammonia.

The post Transcript – Andrew Dickson Energy Insiders podcast appeared first on RenewEconomy.

CEC says battery storage investment is surging, but Morrison government interference has helped push investment in wind and solar to a five year low.

The post Surge in big battery investments masks collapse in new wind and solar appeared first on RenewEconomy.

S-5!, the world’s leading authority on metal roof attachment solutions, offers solar installer training on direct-attach™ solar mounting methods, specifically tailored for installers in Australia and New Zealand markets.

The post S-5! Offers Installer Training in Rail-Less Solar Rooftop Attachment Solutions appeared first on RenewEconomy.

GoodWe has had an established presence in the Australian market for close to 10 years and the organisation has slowly built a reputation as a manufacturer of reliable and cost-effective inverters.

The post GoodWe has achieved 1GW of inverter shipment in Australia appeared first on RenewEconomy.