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Solar rebate saves $75K for Vic apartment residents

12 May, 2026

Since launching, the solar initiative has also helped more than 3200 families living in multi-unit dwellings in Victoria install rooftop solar.


Renewables supply reaches almost 50% on Aust's east coast

30 April, 2026

This is the highest share on record for a first quarter, driven by increased wind and solar output and an uptake in batteries, states AEMO report.


Map reveals hidden UV risk for next-gen solar panels

08 April, 2026

Engineers have created a worldwide UV radiation map for solar panels, highlighting major differences in exposure depending on climate and mounting systems.


Solar pumps transform water supply for remote NT farm

01 April, 2026

The water reliability of a remote Northern Territory property has been improved, enabling it to operate as a sustainable hay farm supplying the beef industry.


Tiny gold spheres could improve solar energy harvesting

28 January, 2026

Applying a layer of supraballs onto a commercially available electricity converter nearly doubled solar energy absorption compared to traditional materials.


Non-destructive solar cell monitoring technique discovered

27 January, 2026

UNSW researchers can now monitor solar cells at a microscopic level while they are operating to develop processes that can help cells recover using sunlight.


Industrias partners with Hungry Jack's

21 August, 2025

Industrias has partnered with Hungry Jack's nationwide, focusing on the proactive annual inspection of its rooftop solar energy systems.


Solar to slash Qld climate pollution, power bills

07 August, 2025

Rooftop solar power and distributed battery storage could provide up to 60% of Queensland's electricity by 2035, according to QCC report.


Radio station set to reduce emissions by 25%

31 July, 2025

A Hills District community radio station in Sydney has partnered with SolaHart to reduce its energy consumption by 25%, saving $11K per annum.


Victorian home demonstrates grid resilience solution

18 June, 2025

Solahart was joined by the Minister for Climate Action to demonstrate the success of Solar Victoria's Residential Electrification Grants Program.


Demand surges for household batteries

11 June, 2025

One in two Australians are looking to install a household battery alongside a new or existing rooftop solar system, according to the Climate Council's latest report.


Calls for mandated solar on new builds

11 June, 2025

A new report suggests up to 75% of Sydney's energy needs could be met if all rooftops had solar panels installed.


Next-gen liquid battery for solar energy from rooftops

21 May, 2025

Monash University engineers have developed a water-based battery that has potential for storing rooftop solar energy more safely, cheaply and efficiently.


Grid-free solar streetlights light up Darlington Point

19 May, 2025

Leadsun Australia is helping Murrumbidgee Council independently install off-the-grid public solar street lighting at Darlington Point.


Tallawang Solar Hybrid project secures access rights

09 May, 2025

Potentia Energy's proposed Tallawang Solar Hybrid project has secured access rights in the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone.


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