The use of solar power has been so successful for Queensland’s Bundaberg Regional Council, solar panels have become virtually mandatory on any new infrastructure and building upgrades where practical. [Read more…]
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More Steps Towards 100% Renewables In Yackandandah
Excitement is building in the small town of Yackandandah in northeast Victoria as it moves towards a fossil fuel-free energy future.
Parkes Harnesses Solar Energy To Slash Electricity Costs
Two 100kW solar power systems have been installed for Parkes Shire Council in New South Wales, which combined will generate 612 megawatt hours of clean electricity a year.
NT’s Daly River Solar + Storage Project A “Shining Light”
The remote aboriginal community of Daly River will be the first in the Northern Territory to reach 50% renewables, thanks to solar and battery storage, and will serve as a model for powering others. [Read more…]
Solar Panels Helping To Power More Remote NT Communities
The Northern Territory Government has announced commissioning completion of 3.325 MW of solar power capacity in ten remote Aboriginal communities.
WA’s City of Kwinana Saving With Solar Power
The City of Kwinana in Western Australia recently installed 384 solar panels on the Darius Wells Library and Resource Centre.
Warrnambool City Council Installing Solar Powered Lights
More than 60 off-grid solar lights that will enhance community linkages and improve safety are being installed in five parks in the regional Victorian city of Warrnambool.
Strong Interest In Residential Solar And Batteries Continues In Australia
Energy Consumers Australia’s third national survey indicates 30% of Australian households intend installing solar panels and 36% will purchase battery storage in the next 5 years.
Solar + Storage Powering Ahead In Tonga
The island nation of Tonga is closing in on its renewable energy target with a helping hand from solar power and the international community, including Australia.
Eurobodalla Shire Council Sets 100% Renewable Energy Goal
Eurobodalla Shire Council says it expects to source 100 per cent of its electricity from renewable energy and slash its energy-related emissions 80 per cent by 2030.
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