Consumer groups have cried foul over the latest ruling by the main policy maker in Australia’s energy markets, describing it as yet another roadblock to a transition to a clean […]
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Localised energy trading could save over $1b in network costs: ISF study
Regulatory changes to reward local energy generators for their contributions to the grid could unlock savings of more than $1 billion in avoided network costs, a major Australian study has […]
100% renewables cheaper than grid connection for Kangaroo island: ISF
South Australia’s Kangaroo Island would likely find it cheaper to go 100 per cent renewable, with its own resources, rather than stay connected to the main grid, according to a detailed […]
ARENA-backed report shows potential for renewable alternatives to gas in industrial applications
A new report has outlined the renewable energy alternatives available to Australia’s small to medium industrial sector, to help cut its ties with an increasingly costly and uncertain domestic gas […]
New interactive online map helps identify wind & solar opportunities across Australia
Renewable energy developers looking to invest in the Australian market can now access an interactive mapping tool that helps to identify the best places to install large-scale solar, wind and […]
New solar & storage-friendly electricity market rules delayed until 2020
New electricity market rules that could have encouraged Australian networks and consumers to take up solar PV, battery storage and demand management systems have been delayed for another five years. […]
NSW councils & businesses come together to offer affordable on-site renewables & solar leases
A group of NSW municipal councils has joined forces to provide residents and small businesses with ready access to cheaper PV systems – including through a solar leasing option. Eight […]
