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DNV GL, CSIRO, Deakin University, and the Smart Energy Council are developing a draft Australian Battery Performance Standard to demystify the market for consumers.

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Independent Federal Member for Indi Helen Haines has launched a plan to ensure regional Australia benefits from a coming boom in renewable energy.

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Vestas posts surprise Q1 loss but remains hopeful it will meet original targets amidst what CEO Henrik Andersen describes as a potential “green recovery”.

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There is no shortage of ideas for a renewables-led Covid-19 recovery. Here are 10 ideas that could accelerate the clean energy transition and pay long term dividends.

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Australian heavy industries could slash energy costs by turning to wind and solar, and the clean energy switch is key to a manufacturing revival.

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The federal government will fund a trial of renewable methane production in Queensland, that could provide a pathway for a clean, like-for-like replacement to natural gas in the mains supply with renewable alternatives. APA Group will develop a $2.2 million renewable methane demonstration project at the company’s Wallumbilla Gas hub near Roma in Queensland. The...

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ARENA chips in $1.7m into feasibility study into the use of renewable hydrogen in the production of ammonia.

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A tri-partisan mix of Liberal, Labor and Greens energy ministers show that states and territories are so far ahead of federal Coalition government on climate and energy, it's as though they are in a different industrial era.

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Southern California Edison – the primary electricity supplier for much of Southern California – has signed seven contracts for 770MW worth of battery-based energy storage intended to replace ageing natural gas plants set to retire as soon as possible. As one of the largest procurements of its kind, Southern California Edison (SCE) is looking to...

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Carbon Markets Institute chief says new found government cooperation provides chance to align Covid-19, bushfire responses with climate action.

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A review of EPBC Act provides some hope for new laws to disable the onslaught of new fossil fuel projects and the demise of our natural environment.

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Victoria energy minister says federal Coalition should get on with providing a proper legislative framework for the development of offshore wind projects.

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Leading solar manufacturer Longi launches new product on Australian market, while AEMO pushes for new inverter standards and ability to “switch off” rooftop solar when needed.

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A significant battle is shaping up over a 200MW wind farm proposed for Tasmania’s north-west, but it’s not the prospect of turbines – or the renewable energy project, itself – that is upsetting locals. The point of contention for the UPCA\AC Renewables Jim’s Plain project, which late last week got the green light from Tasmania’s...

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Technology leaps and improved efficiency are driving down the cost of solar PV electricity in Australia to $A30/MWh, below operating cost of most coal and gas.

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Mini reveals Australian pricing and specifications for Mini Electric Hatch, adding another new electric vehicle to the limited Australian market.

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Pacific Energy has bought solar and battery microgrid specialist Hybrid Systems Australia (Hybrid Systems) to strengthen its capabilities in the emerging integrated renewables market.

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South Australia minister says he has determined that the state reach its target of "net 100 per cent renewables" before 2030, rather than later.

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Billions of dollars will be spent in the coming months to reboot our economy, giving us a once in a lifetime opportunity to set a direction for Australia’s future development.

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Ross Garnaut says Australia risks losing its competitive advantages if it doesn't accelerate its transition to clean energy.

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