Energy

Solar power on tap

02 November, 2015

A renewable energy community group is building a solar power plant on top of its local brewery in order to slash emissions and boost renewable energy in the area.


Ministerial Forum to review vehicle emissions

02 November, 2015

The Turnbull government has announced a whole-of-government approach to addressing vehicle emissions, implementing a Ministerial Forum that will examine vehicle emissions standards in Australia and vehicle testing arrangements.


Atlas Copco ZE5/6 series low-pressure air compressors

30 October, 2015 | Supplied by: Atlas Copco Compressors Australia

The ZE5/6 series is an air-cooled, low-pressure, oil-free air compressor delivering energy savings of up to 35% with its built-in VSD. As an energy-efficient alternative to traditional low-pressure compressors, it is suitable for various low-pressure applications as well as bulk material handling.


GE and BHP partner on efficient, low-emission mining operations

30 October, 2015

GE and BHP Billiton have announced a partnership to reduce the emissions intensity of mining operations, including transportation and power supply.


The new Chief Scientist wants you to buy an electric car

29 October, 2015 by Lauren Davis

The man set to take over as Australia's Chief Scientist, Dr Alan Finkel, believes electric cars will be the way of the future.


The zero-emission Black Cab gets a redesign

27 October, 2015

The London Taxi Company has unveiled the new design for its next-generation, zero-emission capable Black Cab, the TX5. The design concept draws on more than 60 years of style that have made the Black Cab an iconic sight on the streets of London.


Rooftop solar system at Adelaide Airport

26 October, 2015 | Supplied by: Solgen Energy Pty Ltd

Adelaide Airport has claimed that it will build the largest airport rooftop solar power system in Australia, reducing the airport's energy consumption and carbon emissions by close to 10%.


Emerson acquires IntelliSAW

26 October, 2015 | Supplied by: Emerson

Emerson has acquired IntelliSAW, a provider of systems that protect electric power transmission and distribution equipment by measuring and monitoring temperature, humidity and partial discharge using advanced sensor and analytic technologies.


Combined wind/solar plant to be built in Queensland

26 October, 2015

Windlab and Eurus Energy have announced a 50/50 joint venture to build the Kennedy Energy Park plant — the first large-scale hybrid solar/wind plant to be constructed in Australia.


Solar on a budget for aged care facility

20 October, 2015 | Supplied by: Trina Solar Australia

When Chaffey Aged Care in Merbein was contemplating an upgrade to its energy supply, solar was high on the list.


Ecoult UltraFlex medium-scale lead-acid battery hybrid

15 October, 2015 | Supplied by: Ecoult

Ecoult has released its medium-scale version of UItraBattery, an industrial-strength lead-acid battery hybrid and ultracapacitor housed in a single cell with a common electrolyte.


Gorgeous views from a solar-powered boat

15 October, 2015 | Supplied by: Trina Solar Australia

At the remote eco tourist resort Adels Grove, a solar-powered boat has improved the experience enjoyed by visitors and boosted the bottom line.


Electric cars powered by Yingli Solar

14 October, 2015 | Supplied by: Yingli Green Energy Australia Pty Ltd

Yingli Solar has completed the installation of a residential solar system in the suburb of Blackburn, Melbourne, designed to produce enough solar energy to power two electric cars.


Energy storage report launched

13 October, 2015

The Australian Energy Storage Council has formally released the 2015 Global Energy Storage Market Overview & Regional Summary Report.


Final modules installed at Broken Hill Solar Plant

12 October, 2015

Representatives from AGL, First Solar and ARENA have gathered at the 140 ha Broken Hill Solar Plant to see the last of 677,760 solar panels installed.


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