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Clean energy research facility for UNSW
Wed, 1 September 2010
The announcement of a new research facility at the University of New South Wales has been welcomed by the clean energy industry.
Introducing the newest name in the solar industry: PV Power Solutions in Solar
EcoGeneration — Sep/Oct 2010
DKSH has added Wieland connectors and ABB enclosures and circuit breakers to its range, which can be found under the new PV Power Solutions in Solar umbrella.
Introducing the newest name in the solar industry: PV Power Solutions in Solar
EcoGeneration — Sep/Oct 2010
DKSH has added Wieland connectors and ABB enclosures and circuit breakers to its range, which can be found under the new PV Power Solutions in Solar umbrella.
New solar inverter on the market
EcoGeneration — Sep/Oct 2010
EnaSolar has released the first of a new range of solar inverters it has recently developed and manufactured.
AC/DC Switching for PV solar applications
EcoGeneration — Sep/Oct 2010
Kraus & Naimer’s range of switchgear for photovoltaic solar applications now includes AC/DC switch disconnectors for solar applications, which will ensure installations comply with local and international standards.
Century Yuasa Batteries
EcoGeneration — Sep/Oct 2010
With over 20 years in industry and 12 years in the Australian solar market, Enersun by CenturyYuasa provides numerous business options for power supply when mains power is not viable.
Kurilpa Bridge Solar PV System
EcoGeneration — Sep/Oct 2010
Brisbane’s newest pedestrian bridge, the world-first Kurilpa Bridge, provided an opportunity to highlight the capabilities of photovoltaic solar power – while putting extra electricity back into the grid to boot.
Animals go wild for solar power
EcoGeneration — Sep/Oct 2010
Demonstrating their commitment to sustainable infrastructure and investment, a number of zoos and animal sanctuaries around Australia are beginning to utilise renewable energy to power their sites.
Solar Flagships – may the best solar thermal project win
In the last edition of EcoGeneration Magazine we featured the four solar photovoltaic projects shortlisted for the Federal Government’s Solar Flagships Program. This edition, we take a closer look at the four solar thermal projects that have made it through to round two of the $1.5 billion program. EcoGeneration’s Rachel Purchase spoke with representatives from the shortlisted companies, ACCIONA, Parsons Brinkerhoff, Transfield and Wind Prospect, about their respective solar thermal projects.
Five per cent of electricity from solar by 2020 – it can be done says AuSES
Mon, 16 August 2010
The Australian Solar Energy Society has joined with the Australian Conservation Foundation to call for five per cent of Australia’s electricity to come from large-scale solar projects by 2020.
eco-Kinetics installs large commercial solar system in NSW
Wed, 11 August 2010
eco-Kinetics, a subsidiary of CBD Energy, has completed one of Australia’s largest solar panel projects on a commercial property.
SunPower powers up the West
Tue, 10 August 2010
SunPower Corporation has completed construction on the world’s first hybrid solar-diesel power stations for Horizon Power, in two of Australia’s hottest towns – Marble Bar and Nullagine, in the east Pilbara region of Western Australia.
Two solar retailers to amend advertisements
Tue, 3 August 2010
Two retailers of solar panel systems have amended their marketing campaigns after the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission raised concerns that representations in their advertisements were likely to mislead or deceive consumers.
Video: Clean energy industry forecast
Thu, 29 July 2010
Check out the latest video, brought to you by EcoGeneration Magazine, featuring industry experts bringing you their insights into the future of the clean energy industry!
Brumby announces plan to boost Victoria’s solar output
Thu, 22 July 2010
Victorian Premier John Brumby has announced a plan to see 5 per cent of Victoria’s electricity sourced from large-scale solar plants by 2020, equating to the generation of approximately 2,500 GWh of solar electricity annually.
National Solar Schools program reopens
Thu, 15 July 2010
The National Solar Schools program that was temporarily suspended in October 2009 has been reopened.
Pairing green technologies
EcoGeneration — July/August 2010
Technological advancements are leading to the improved performance of renewable energy systems. Stiebel Eltron Australia Technical Manager Raniero Guarnieri discusses how combining complementary sustainable technologies can leverage
as-yet untapped efficiencies from these systems.
Emerging commercial solar technologies
EcoGeneration — July/August 2010
The price of solar power generation is falling rapidly, and some commentators believe that when grid parity is achieved, the demand for solar power may well exceed supply. Dr Justin Blows looks at emerging solar technologies that are set to push down costs even further.
Solar knowledge in the desert
EcoGeneration — July/August 2010
Inverters continue to be a critical component of solar power systems and a key decision for consumers when investing in renewable energy. SMA’s inverters are currently being put to the test in the heat of Australia’s red centre.
SunPower looks back on 25 years
EcoGeneration — July/August 2010
A key figure in the global solar power market, SunPower is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. EcoGeneration looks at the development and achievements of this ground-breaking company.
Funding for Australia’s solar research
EcoGeneration — July/August 2010
The newest round of The Australian Solar Institute’s funding, announced on 11 May 2010, provided five of Australia’s solar research projects with grants worth a total of $18.45 million.
Solar PV soars globally
EcoGeneration — July/August 2010
Solar photovoltaic installations soared globally in the past twelve months, with a record high of 7.2 gigawatts in 2009, bringing the total capacity to over 22 gigawatts worldwide.
Solar manufacture resurrected down under
EcoGeneration — July/August 2010
What was potentially a major loss for Australia’s solar industry has turned into a victory as SilexSolar re-opens the nation’s only solar photovoltaic manufacturing plant, in Homebush, Sydney. Rachel Purchase reports.
Alice Springs Airport Solar Power Station Project
EcoGeneration — July/August 2010
The Alice Springs Airport Solar Power Station is the second of five large-scale projects undertaken as part of the Alice Solar City program.
And then there were eight…
EcoGeneration — July/August 2010
The field narrows as the shortlist for the Solar Flagships program is announced – with billions of Federal dollars on the table, solar energy production is as worthwhile as ever. Erin Radford and Rachel Purchase report.







