AGL launches world’s largest solar virtual power plant battery demonstration to benefit customers
30 August, 2016
AGL Energy Limited (AGL) today announced the launch of what will be the world’s largest virtual power plant (VPP), ultimately involving 1,000 connected batteries installed in homes and businesses in South Australia, providing 5 MW of peaking capacity and offering customers the opportunity to save on their energy bills.
Costa Rica runs 100% renewable for 113 days in a row
30 August, 2016
Costa Rica just ran its electricity grid for 113 days in a row entirely on renewable energy. Using a mix of wind, solar and its abundant supply of geothermal energy, this small nation is proving that fossil fuels are no longer necessary to keep the lights on.
Solar-battery edge-of-grid project for Far North Queensland
29 August, 2016
Battery storage and solar will be combined in a $42.5 million project for far north Queensland which will provide enough electricity to power 3,000 homes.
Enphase battery storage sales commence in Australia, NZ
12 May, 2016
Enphase Energy's 1.2kWh residential battery storage system has officially gone on sale in Australia, ahead of the first shipment, expected in August.