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Poverty of vision is holding back Australia’s energy transition

Thu, 2018-04-12 10:50
There is broad and consistent support for renewable energy both globally and in Australia, but our policies need to wake up to 21st Century.
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CEFC and IFM Investors work together to cut carbon emissions in infrastructure assets

Thu, 2018-04-12 10:31
Australia’s largest infrastructure fund, the $12 billion IFM Australian Infrastructure Fund, is working with the CEFC to reduce carbon emissions at some of the nation’s leading infrastructure assets across ports, airports and electricity infrastructure.
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Goulburn abattoir powering itself using bioenergy

Thu, 2018-04-12 09:50
A Goulburn abattoir has teamed up with a Queensland energy provider to turn its waste into energy, thanks to funding from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency.
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Frydenberg speech: “Powering forward”

Wed, 2018-04-11 14:52
This is a speech made by energy minister Josh Frydenberg to the National Press Club in Canberra on April 11th, 2018
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Death by chocolate: A not-so sweet treat?

Wed, 2018-04-11 14:47
Chocolate production generates a lot of pollution and consumes precious resources. So how can you indulge, and keep a clear conscience?
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Frydenberg takes the low road: It’s a weak NEG or nothing

Wed, 2018-04-11 14:37
Frydenberg calls for an end to ideology and culture wars on energy, while presenting - with breathtaking cynicism - a policy that panders to right wing ideology and culture wars. It's the NEG or nothing, he warns. Many might suggest that nothing is more attractive.
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Commercial battery boom headed for Australia, despite “outdated policy”

Wed, 2018-04-11 14:18
Survey finds 62% of businesses plan to invest in battery storage in next 18 months. But can governments and regulators keep up?
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Stunning four-fold increase in big rooftop arrays as business stampedes to solar

Wed, 2018-04-11 12:37
Clean Energy Regulator sees industrial and commercial solar adding a combined 100MW-plus to grid in 2018, as it sets off on a “j-shaped” growth curve.
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Cbus, DIF join Synergy to boost wind and solar portfolio

Wed, 2018-04-11 12:33
Super fund Cbus and DIF join Synergy to underwrite investment in new solar farm extension and two new wind farm investments.
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Support for stronger emission reductions targets: National poll

Wed, 2018-04-11 11:36
A large national poll of 1,557 Australians, conducted by The Australia Institute, has shown strong support for an increase in Australia’s emissions reduction target to at least 45% by 2030.
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Vandenberg Air Force Base’s 28-Megawatt solar power system from SunPower now fully operational

Wed, 2018-04-11 10:56
Behind-the-Meter, Self-Consumption Solar Installation is U.S. Air Force's Largest.
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LONGi sets solar industry record for R&D spending

Wed, 2018-04-11 10:49
 LONGi Green Energy Technology set a new solar industry R&D expenditure record in 2017, not only surpassing the two historical leaders, First Solar and SunPower, but also spending more in one year than any PV manufacturer to date. 
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South32 orders 3MW solar farm for Cannington silver and lead mine

Tue, 2018-04-10 16:39
BHP thermal coal spinoff South32 orders its first solar farm, to help power the world's largest silver and lead mine in Queensland.
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Why Australia’s wind and solar market could grind to a halt

Tue, 2018-04-10 14:16
Recent surge in large scale wind and solar projects will quickly come to an end - regardless of policy - because Australia's emissions reduction targets are so weak, and because the Coalition is so determined to defend coal.
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Kokam commissions 30MW battery to help supply Gina Rinehart mine

Tue, 2018-04-10 14:14
Kokam battery in Pilbara is biggest of its type in Australia and will reduce cost and emissions of Alinta's gas power supply to Gina Rinehart iron ore mine.
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Left of centre thinking dead on target for Hackathon winners

Tue, 2018-04-10 14:13
The winning innovation designs for the Great Southern’s energy future will be viewed by some of WA’s most influential business and energy leaders today at Perth Arena.
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Why Turnbull will “never” back renewables

Tue, 2018-04-10 14:13
Smart Energy Council CEO says PM Turnbull will never support a policy that boosts renewables, tackles climate, or rolls back the predominance of coal. Here's why.
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Cbus closes landmark renewable energy deal

Tue, 2018-04-10 13:06
Cbus Super, the $43 billion industry super fund for the construction, building and allied industries today announced a significant investment into renewable energy that will deliver strong, long-term returns to members and sustainable power to Western Australia.
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Apple now globally powered by 100 percent renewable energy

Tue, 2018-04-10 12:08
This achievement includes retail stores, offices, data centers and co-located facilities in 43 countries. Nine additional manufacturing partners have committed to power all of their Apple production with 100% clean energy, bringing the total number of supplier commitments to 23.
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Coal industry and Coalition’s fear campaign against renewables gaining traction

Tue, 2018-04-10 11:55
New polling shows campaign by coal industry and Coalition against renewables is showing signs of gaining traction.
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