Revolution of concentrating solar power plants
01 December, 2011
ABB has launched a new concept for turnkey concentrating solar power plants (CSP) based on a low-cost, highly efficient and highly scalable technology that is claimed to use considerably less material, land and water than other CSP technology. The plants use 70% less material, require 40% less land and consume 80% less water per megawatt generated than parabolic trough designs.
Renewable energy power agreement
24 November, 2011
Acciona and Origin have signed a power purchase agreement for Gunning Windfarm.
Renewable Energy Solutions Eco Whisper Turbine
23 November, 2011 | Supplied by: Renewable Energy Solutions Australia Holdings Ltd
The Eco Whisper Turbine features an intuitive blade design that is virtually silent. The turbine stands at 21 m high and the blade measures 6.5 m. The 20 kW electricity-producing wind turbine has a unique cowl/ring that prevents air from spilling off the blades. The wind hub and blade are made from aluminium and are therefore resistant to rust. If the turbine is placed in a good wind site it has the ability to generate 45,000 plus kWh per annum.
Ford waste transformed into fuel
23 November, 2011 | Supplied by: GeoCycle
Ford Australia is aiming to halve the amount of paint sludge disposed to landfill. Working in conjunction with Australian waste specialist Geocycle, the paint sludge from Ford’s Broadmeadows facility is being used as an alternative source of fuel in the cement-making process.
Li-Cor Greenhouse Gas Analyser (GHG) Packages
23 November, 2011 | Supplied by: John Morris Scientific Pty Ltd
Li-Cor’s Greenhouse Gas Analyser (GHG) Packages provide simultaneous in-situ methane, carbon dioxide and water vapour data for eddy covariance applications and atmospheric flux monitoring.
Street lighting energy costs reduced by 80%
22 November, 2011
Street lighting energy costs can be reduced by up to a claimed 80% with the introduction of an Intelligent management system.
Another facility to check air-conditioning energy star ratings
16 November, 2011
A new, state-of-the-art air conditioner test facility has been designed and commissioned by CSIRO engineers.
LiquidLEDs Lighting LED light bulbs
31 October, 2011 | Supplied by: LiquidLEDs Lighting Pty Limited
LED light bulbs from LiquidLEDs Lighting Corp have been designed to overcome the problem of effective heat dissipation in LEDs using liquid immersed thermal management solution technology, a liquid solution engineered to surround the diodes in LED light bulbs.
Global community can learn from Alice Springs’ solar success
26 October, 2011
An Australian study has revealed that Alice Springs has valuable experience and expertise to share with the rest of the world on the impacts of solar generation on urban electricity grids.
The cost of renewables modest, according to the Clean Energy Council
21 October, 2011
Even with significant over-estimation of the cost of renewable energy, a new report by the Energy Users Association of Australia (EUAA) still shows the cost has been modest, according to the Clean Energy Council.
Calls for overhaul of solar installations regs
20 October, 2011
The release of official government figures showing many solar installations are dangerous has led the National Electrical and Communications Association to continue its calls for governments at all levels to work together to stamp out dodgy solar installers and protect consumers.
O'Donnell Griffin completes alternative energy projects in NZ
19 October, 2011
O'Donnell Griffin has completed two alternative energy projects in New Zealand on time, on budget and with zero lost-time injuries.
US researchers on target to develop inexpensive solar cells
18 October, 2011
Researchers in the US are moving closer to developing inexpensive solar cells.
Measuring the power of the sun
17 October, 2011 | Supplied by: Schneider Electric
Rising out of the red earth, under the blazing sun of central Australia, a ‘forest’ of solar panels stands against the horizon.
Environmental footprint calculator for trucks
10 October, 2011
It is no secret that truck transports use fuel, but with relatively modest means fuel consumption and thus emissions can be considerably reduced. The Volvo Trucks updated web service Environmental Footprint Calculator helps customers become more eco-conscious. The upgraded tool also offers tips for reducing truck emissions.
