Paris Agreement welcomed by Australian industry
14 December, 2015 by Lauren Davis
The Paris Agreement on climate change was approved by 195 nations over the weekend, each of which has pledged to do its bit to limit global warming and prepare for its impacts.
Cattle methane emissions are lower than we thought
14 December, 2015Methane emissions from Australian cattle are 24% lower than previously estimated, according to data based on eight years of research into ways to reduce emissions in livestock.
The role of oceans in reducing carbon emissions
11 December, 2015The University of Queensland has a portfolio of 'blue carbon' research projects which seeks to better understand the role of oceans and their ecosystems in reducing carbon emissions and tackling climate change.
COP21 agreement drafted and released
10 December, 2015 by Lauren DavisFor those of us eagerly awaiting the outcome of COP21, the release of a newly drafted agreement will provide a fascinating insight into how discussions are progressing.
Ararat Wind Farm signs debt package, commences construction
10 December, 2015The Ararat Wind Farm has secured a $200 million debt financing package, along with an additional $76 million in bank guarantees.
Efficient energy from gravity
09 December, 2015Dutch architect Janjaap Ruijssenaars has developed a method to generate free energy in a sustainable way at home. The patent-pending technique, whereby energy is released by perpetually unbalancing a weight, offers an alternative to solar and wind technology.
Global emissions are finally falling — but Australia lags behind
09 December, 2015 by Lauren DavisWhen it comes to the world's carbon emissions for 2015, it's been a case of good news and bad news.
Powercaps provide the best of two energy worlds
09 December, 2015The Karlsruhe Institute of Technology has developed Powercaps — energy storage systems that combine the advantages of batteries and supercapacitors.
Corporate Renewable PPAs on the rise
08 December, 2015 | Supplied by: Baker & McKenzieThe market for the corporate renewable energy power purchase agreement is on the rise according to a global report by Baker & McKenzie.
Water treatment powered by a floating solar system
08 December, 2015 | Supplied by: Infratech Industries Pty LtdInfratech Industries has sold its floating solar system to the City of Holtville, California, where it will power the city's new water treatment facility.
Private electricity grids for renewable communities
08 December, 2015As part of its plan to put power back in the hands of consumers, ZEN Energy has launched ZEN Communities — an 'end to end' service to deliver low-cost renewable energy direct to entire communities.
Shared solar service to benefit tenants and landlords
07 December, 2015Digital Solar is a pioneering technology that will enable rented households to benefit from clean and cheap solar power by allowing landlords to sell solar energy to their tenants.
New guidelines to assess perovskite solar cell performance
07 December, 2015ARENA is providing up to $892,000 to support CSIRO in its development of new guidelines for assessing the performance of perovskite solar cells — a potential competitor to traditional silicon cells with comparable efficiency and adaptability.
Say cheese! New camera can measure methane
04 December, 2015Researchers have developed a camera that can photograph and film the methane in the air around us. The device is set to become an important part of the efforts to measure and monitor greenhouse gases.
Matrix Solar TN250P-60 solar panel
03 December, 2015 | Supplied by: The Solar WarehouseMatrix Solar has released the TN250P-60 solar panel. The product features high module conversion efficiency (up to 15.4%) as a result of innovative manufacturing technology.
