2015 - Page 58 of 187 - Renew Economy

ARENA seeking large scale solar projects under $135/MWh
ARENA seeking large scale solar projects that can produce energy at a cost of $135/MWh as it calls for tenders for its first $100n funding round.
Giles Parkinson

Sep 7, 2015

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EVs could cut global gasoline use by 2040
A tipping point has been reached in the last two years for electric cars. Almost half of all fully or partially EV sold in the past decade were sold in 2014.
Michael Barnard

Sep 7, 2015

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CleanTech Bites

Mining industry launches “ludicrous” coal ad as Alan Jones takes aim
Ad wars: Mining lobby talks up “endless possibilities” of coal, including ability to “slash” emissions, while Alan Jones launches keep out campaign of his own.
Sophie Vorrath

Sep 7, 2015

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Policy & Planning

Abbott government turns two – and gets a zero for clean energy
The Abbott government turns two today, so it’s time for a report card. Marked out of ten, it gets just one on climate change, because at least it has a target. In clean energy, it gets a big fat zero. Here’s why.
Giles Parkinson

Sep 7, 2015

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Bonn climate talks lay groundwork for final push toward Paris
While progress was uneven at times, Bonn negotiators identified most essential issues and began crafting a coherent architecture for Paris agreement
David Waskow

Sep 7, 2015

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The cheapest way to heat your home with renewable energy – just flick a switch
Gas bill got you feeling grey? A reverse cycle air conditioner could save you money.
Tim Forcey

Sep 7, 2015

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Smart grid, smart building solutions named as tech comp finalists
Peak energy load predicting software for network operators included in technology finalists, as cleantech stocks shine above weak market.
Sophie Vorrath

Sep 7, 2015

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Battery storage barely scratched surface of possibilities in Australia
Battery storage it rolling out in Australia’s household and utility market, but South Korea’s Kokam says the possibilities are nearly endless – and that’s good for taking out fossil fuels.
Giles Parkinson

Sep 7, 2015

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Bombora launches trial of wave energy converter technology in Perth
Perth company launches first real-world trial of its WA-made, low-cost wave energy technology, ahead of plans to develop a commercial-scale prototype.
Sophie Vorrath

Sep 4, 2015

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Graph of the Day: How solar PV slashed electricity demand
Study shows how solar PV and energy efficiency drove down demand, leaving consumers with an over-sized, expensive grid that has driven up bills.
Giles Parkinson

Sep 4, 2015

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Why solar PV is unstoppable – and renewable targets will cost little
Report finds solar will be cheaper than wholesale electricity prices across Europe by 2030, without any technology breakthroughs. The implications for fossil fuels are obvious – and mean high renewable targets might reduce the energy costs, rather than increase them.
Giles Parkinson

Sep 4, 2015

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Japan: Solar reaches 10% of peak summer power
Sunny skies and favorable conditions throughout the summer has boosted the total share of solar in the country’s overall energy mix.
Edgar Meza

Sep 4, 2015

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