Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson, Author at Renew Economy

Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Contributor

Journalist covering technology, transport, AI and renewable energy at AAP

Solar

What to do with used solar panels? University opens Australia’s first PV recycling research centre
With millions of solar power systems installed across the country, a national research centre will probe what to do with the panels at the end of their lives.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Apr 23, 2026

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Climate

Australian company says its magnetic technology could be key to green steel ambitions
A process that uses magnets rather than water to extract high-quality iron ore will be tested at an Australian mine to boost the nation’s export potential.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Apr 15, 2026

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Policy & Planning

Mandatory energy rating report card urged for all homes
All Australian homes should receive a score out of 10 for energy efficiency before they can be sold or rented, experts say, as part of an expansion to a national assessment program.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Mar 9, 2026

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Markets

“Australians are ready for this:” Households could get paid under new plan to price pollution
Australia could raise $35 billion a year by putting a price on pollution and help households and businesses by sharing the revenue, a report has found.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Jan 29, 2026

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Solar

Australian researchers say stacking PV cells may make solar ever cheaper and more efficient
The next-generation of solar technology could be cheaper, more efficient and a step closer to reality after advances by a team of Australian scientists.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Jan 21, 2026

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Storage

Origin warns budget for home battery rebate could be drained within a year
Australian households are still installing more than 1000 solar batteries every day, but their popularity could accelerate the end of the government’s rebate scheme.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Nov 26, 2025

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Renewables

Australia needs a new wind farm every month to meet 2030 target, CEFC boss says
Australia needs about 29 gigawatts of large-scale renewable generation by 2030, an expert says – the equivalent to a “decent wind farm every month.”
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Nov 25, 2025

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Policy & Planning

Collect ’em all: Push for mandatory battery recycling as voluntary scheme gets an extension
Manufacturers should be forced to recycle batteries at the end of their lives to deliver significant safety, environmental and financial benefits.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Nov 3, 2025

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Policy & Planning

“We can’t wait:” Heavy investment needed to secure green metal future
While critical mineral deals are dominating the headlines, green iron and steel partnerships could secure Australia’s export future in a low-emission economy.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Oct 23, 2025

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Renewables

Digital passports could give old solar panels new life, rather than being recycled
Australian researchers suggest a certification process and a digital passport could allow rooftop solar panels to be reused rather than recycled.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Oct 9, 2025

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Renewables

Australian research breakthrough takes next-generation solar technology closer to rooftops
Australian solar researchers hail breakthrough that takes new generation PV cells closer to commercial deployment on rooftops.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Oct 8, 2025

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Renewables

“We’re shifting to new paradigm of renewables and firming,” AEMO says in annual update
AEMO says Australia is shifting to a new operating paradigm as it gets to the halfway mark of its 2030 targets.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Sep 24, 2025

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