Predictions 2017: 5 takes on what the new year will bring for renewable energy
09 January, 2017
The solar sector compelled people to stand up and take notice in 2016. Following the federal tax credit extension for rooftop solar, and falling costs in the supply chain, the resource became competitive with natural gas and coal generation.
Bill Gates Launches $1 Billion Breakthrough Energy Investment Fund
14 December, 2016
Billionaire philanthropist and investor Bill Gates is launching a $1 billion fund, called Breakthrough Energy Ventures, to invest in new forms of clean energy.
Australian Farmers Back A Move To 100% Renewable Electricity
12 December, 2016
A recent survey indicates strong support from Australian farmers for the nation moving to 100% renewable energy sourced electricity, and significant uptake of solar and battery storage in Australia’s agricultural sector.
Storage offers outage ‘solution’
12 December, 2016
Batteries could help problems seen in Australia say RES, Lloyd’s Register