Hydrogen-powered car comes to Australia
02 April, 2015Minister for Industry and Science Ian Macfarlane has unveiled Australia's first hydrogen-powered car - the Hyundai SUV ix35 Fuel Cell - as well as the country's first solar-powered hydrogen refuelling station.
Energy generation in the water network
11 March, 2015Unitywater is working with renewable energy producer NextEra Energy to install two micro hydroelectric generators into the water network. The pressure reduction generators (PRGs) will capture lost energy and convert it into renewable electricity.
Hybrid energy to power Flinders Island
05 March, 2015Renewable energy producer Hydro Tasmania will soon start work on developing a 'Hybrid Energy Hub' in order to power the off-grid community of Flinders Island with a variety of renewable energy technologies.
Hybrid energy to power Flinders Island
05 March, 2015Renewable energy producer Hydro Tasmania will soon start work on developing a 'Hybrid Energy Hub' in order to power the off-grid community of Flinders Island with a variety of renewable energy technologies.
All bioenergy options are not created equal
02 March, 2015Researchers have evaluated various bioenergy options offered as alternatives to greenhouse gas-emitting fossil fuels and found that some options are far better for the environment than others.
Clean Energy Council calls for WA to invest in renewable energy
25 February, 2015The Clean Energy Council, which was in Perth yesterday to launch a new Western Australian chapter, has called for the state's government to implement new policy measures which will attract more renewable energy projects.
Clean Energy Council calls for WA to invest in renewable energy
25 February, 2015The Clean Energy Council, which was in Perth yesterday to launch a new Western Australian chapter, has called for the state's government to implement new policy measures which will attract more renewable energy projects.
World-first wave power project switched on
18 February, 2015Minister for Industry and Science Ian Macfarlane today switched on the onshore power station of the Perth Wave Energy Project - the first ever wave power plant to be connected to the grid and operating multiple wave units.
Award-winning artesian heating and cooling for Christchurch airport
12 February, 2015As part of Christchurch International Airport's $237 million Integrated Terminal Project, engineering consultant Beca designed and delivered an innovative artesian heating and cooling system.
Australia and India to produce cheaper fuels from waste
17 December, 2014QUT's Centre for Tropical Crops and Biocommodities (CTCB) and Mumbai's Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT) are leading a multimillion-dollar research project to reduce the costs of producing bio oils and chemicals from agricultural waste, minimise investment risks and encourage diversification in farming.
UWA launches REV fast-charging station
16 December, 2014The UWA Renewable Energy Vehicle (REV) Project, led by engineering staff and students from The University of Western Australia, has launched Australia's first commercial, combined charging standard, fast-charging station.
Car to run on Coregas hydrogen
12 December, 2014Australian gases company Coregas has announced it is set to supply gas for Hyundai's hydrogen-powered concept car, the Hyundai ix35 Fuel Cell. Hyundai is currently installing a hydrogen car refuelling station at its headquarters in Macquarie Park, NSW, ready to commence operations early next year.
Oakey's green energy orb opens the way to profitable performance
11 December, 2014At Oakey Beef Exports, located on Queensland's Darling Downs, an orb-shaped green energy storage facility is helping to demonstrate how industry can profit from environmental initiatives.
Mantek Road Runner Plus performance-enhancing diesel improver and Lubemaster solar pump
09 December, 2014The Mantek Road Runner Plus diesel improver together with the Mantek Lubemaster solar pump are claimed to be able to improve the quality of fuel, extend engine life, reduce harmful emissions and save fuel costs for diesel users.
Bio-Bus runs on human and food waste
02 December, 2014UK waste recycling company GENeco has launched a bus powered by the treatment of sewage and food waste. The 40-seater Bio-Bus can travel up to 300 km on a full tank of gas - which takes the annual waste of around five people to produce - generated at the Bristol sewage treatment works.
