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$200 million Renewable Energy Fund ready to invest

Mon, 2 April 2012 The $200 million Southern Cross Renewable Energy Fund is ready to begin investing in Australian clean energy companies and their technologies, according to the Federal Government.

ASI funding to expand Australia’s solar capacity

Thu, 29 March 2012 Nearly $12 million in funding will be provided for ten Australian concentrating solar power projects, to be financed through the Australian Solar Institute’s Round 3 grants program.

Study sprouts strategic directions for biofuels industry

The Advanced Biofuels Study commissioned by the Federal Department of Resources, Energy and Tourism explains that, although the attractions of advanced biofuels are high, the sector faces a range of challenges.

Will you be attending the next EcoGen Master Class?

EcoGeneration will present a series of half-day master classes throughout April, May and June, designed specifically for the needs of the clean energy industry.

VIC wind farms commence construction

Mon, 26 March 2012 Five Victorian wind energy facilities, with a combined total of approximately 200 turbines and a combined capacity of more than 400 MW, have begun construction after receiving final approval for development plans.

Time to get moving: delivering the Renewable Energy Target

Now that 2012 has begun, it is a good time to take stock of what needs to happen in order for Australia to reach its 20 per cent Renewable Energy Target by the year 2020.

Vestas CEO sees Australia’s wind potential

At the State of Green event held in Melbourne in late 2011, EcoGeneration’s Lucy Rochlin interviewed Ditlev Engel, President and Chief Executive Officer of Vestas Wind Systems.

SEA welcomes new Board Chair

Late 2011 saw the Sustainable Energy Association greet a new Chair of the Board, Greg Denton. EcoGeneration speaks with Mr Denton about his goals for the Association in 2012 and beyond.

History and outlook on renewable energy policy in the US

The United States of America is a big and complex country. In that context, public policies for renewable energy exist at the Federal, state and local levels. They include regulatory mandates, tax incentives, cash subsidies, financing guarantees, and research funding; and apply methods differently to each of a spectrum of technologies including wind, solar, hydro, ocean, geothermal, biomass and other forms of renewable, clean and new energy technologies such as energy efficiency, smart grid, demand response, and advanced vehicles – to name some of the most significant ones.

IPART compares solar prices

Tue, 20 March 2012 A report by the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal has recommended a 'fair and reasonable' price for a solar feed-in tariff in New South Wales, and has also recommended an annual review of that price.

$1.9 million for geothermal

Thu, 15 March 2012 The Federal Government has awarded a $1.9 million grant to National ICT Australia’s project to provide enhanced data for targeted geothermal exploration.

Bid to extend solar hot water scheme fails

Thu, 15 March 2012 A Private Member’s Bill calling for the restoration of the Federal Government’s Renewable Energy Bonus Scheme has failed to clear the Federal House of Representatives.

Sydney the new home of clean energy financing

Thu, 8 March 2012 The office of the $10 billion Clean Energy Finance Corporation will be established in Sydney, New South Wales, the Federal Government has said.

Victoria funds energy-saving light controllers

Wed, 7 March 2012 The Victorian Government has announced a $250,000 grant for wireless lighting control company Daintree Networks to develop new technology that could help businesses reduce the electricity used on lighting by up to 80 per cent.

Bill to restore solar rebate scheme

Tue, 6 March 2012 The Federal Opposition has announced that it will introduce a Private Member’s Bill into Parliament requiring the Federal Government to commit to providing the remaining funding allocated for the Renewable Energy Bonus Scheme.

Moree Solar Farm partners submit new bid and announce new lead contractor

Mon, 5 March 2012 The Moree Solar Farm consortium has provided the Federal Government with a revised bid for the Solar Flagships funding, following the re-opening of the PV category to program finalists from the original bid.

Renewable Energy Bonus Scheme to close

Fri, 2 March 2012 The Renewable Energy Bonus Scheme, which assisted Australian households in replacing their hot water systems with renewable alternatives, will close on 30 June 2012.

Call for large-scale solar proposals in ACT

Fri, 2 March 2012 Renewable energy companies with plans to establish large-scale solar generation projects in the Australian Capital Territory have been invited to submit proposals to the State Government.

Lack of support hurts Australian cleantech industry: WWF

Thu, 1 March 2012 The World Wildlife Fund has warned that Australia’s clean technology innovation is lagging due to a lack of private investment, based on a report released by the Cleantech Group.

Federal grant programs for smarter energy use announced

Mon, 20 February 2012 The Federal Government has announced a series of energy efficiency programs designed to encourage smarter energy use in business, local government, households and communities.

Clean Energy Regulator Chair appointed

Fri, 17 February 2012 The Federal Government has appointed Chloe Munro as the Chair and Chief Executive Officer of the new Clean Energy Regulator.

$1 billion of Federal funding for energy efficient manufacturing

Thu, 16 February 2012 The Federal Government has announced $1 billion in funding for manufacturers to improve energy efficiency and reduce pollution.

Newly appointed Climate Spectator Editor-in-Chief to present at next week’s EcoGen seminar

Thu, 16 February 2012 We invite you to a seminar on carbon pricing and the Clean Energy Future Plan, part of the EcoGeneration Seminar Series.

Register for seminar on carbon pricing and the Clean Energy Future Plan

Tue, 14 February 2012 We invite you to a seminar on carbon pricing and the Clean Energy Future Plan, part of the EcoGeneration Seminar Series.

Solar Flagships Program to re-open for shortlisted PV

Fri, 10 February 2012 The Federal Government has re-opened its Solar Flagships Program, seeking updated applications from the four shortlisted Round 1 photovoltaic applicants, including initial winner Moree Solar Farm.

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