The Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) thinks cheaper electricity bills are on the cards for many Australians over the next few years, largely thanks to the impact of renewable energy. But your mileage may vary.
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WA’s Consumer Protection Flags Growing Solar Complaints
The popularity of solar power in Western Australia is accompanied by an increase in related complaints according to Consumer Protection.
[Continue reading…]Trash To Treasure – Summerhill Solar Farm Operational
The City of Newcastle flicked the switch on its new five-megawatt solar farm on Wednesday, which will save Council (and ratepayers) millions of dollars.
[Continue reading…]More Solar Energy For WA’s City Of Busselton
Western Australia’s City of Busselton Council says it is expecting a 2-3 year payback on its latest solar power system installations.
[Continue reading…]Solar Feed In Tariff Reduction Proposed For Victoria
Victoria’s Essential Services Commission wants to compel electricity retailers to offer both a single rate and time-varying solar feed in tariff – and set lower minimum rates for both.
[Continue reading…]SEIA : Impact Of Trump Solar Tariffs “Devastating”
The introduction of tariffs on imported solar panels and cells in the USA has resulted in the loss of tens of thousands of jobs and billions of dollars in new private sector investment says a solar industry trade association.
[Continue reading…]Green Light For West Wyalong Solar Farm
The NSW Government has approved development of a $135 million solar power + battery storage project in the state’s Central West region.
[Continue reading…]The Victorian Town Running (Mostly) On Off-Grid Solar Power
The tiny town of Licola has switched from a reliance on dirty diesel power to clean solar energy for the majority of its electricity needs.
[Continue reading…]Australian Solar Systems Interest Index – December 2019
This month’s auSSII report indicates November saw an uptick in the proportion of Australians getting quotes for solar power wanting to purchase a system immediately.
[Continue reading…]Survey Indicates Strong Support For Australian Carbon Dividend Plan
A UNSW Sydney community survey indicates strong support for a plan to tax carbon emissions, with the proceeds redistributed to Australians. But there may be a sting in its tail for renewables.
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