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GDP, energy costs to treble if climate change action delayed
New analysis from Potsdam Institute says costs to GDP, and on energy prices, would treble if climate change action is delayed to 2030.
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Sep 13, 2013

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What do the big and small parties really think of wind farms?
A Goulburn newspaper – where where wind farms are a major issue – invited all candidates to describe their stance on wind energy. The result is fascinating.
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Aug 22, 2013

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Mixed Greens: Energy storage conference coming to Australia
Australia’s first energy storage conference set for 2014; South Korea’s nuclear slip; nuclear-free Austria’s power price pledge; and tracking green policy.
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Aug 14, 2013

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Large-scale tidal energy plant approved for WA
WA govt has approved plans to build the state’s first large-scale tidal energy plant – a 40MW facility in Doctor’s Creek, near Derby.
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Jul 23, 2013

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Graph of the Day: How close is my home to that wind farm/gas thing
In Victoria, a wind farm must be 2km from the nearest home – 2x the distance of a coal-fired power station and 20x that of a CSG well.
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Jul 23, 2013

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Solar powered modular building wins top eco award
A building that is powered by solar, can be erected in an hour, and can be relocated, has been given a top eco award.
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Jul 19, 2013

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CleanTech Bites

Abbott’s chief business advisor claims first wind farm victim
Tony Abbott’s chief business advisor celebrates the scrapping of a wind farm and suggests there will be more to come with a change in government.
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Jul 8, 2013

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Obama’s climate plan: the key points
Vows to lead international negotiations, more renewables, heavy cuts on power emissions, tighter transport efficiency, and preparing for climate impacts.
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Jun 26, 2013

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UNSW team re-imagines the solar car – now with 4 wheels!
UNSW unveils its design for a new solar car – one with four wheels and room for a passenger.
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Jun 17, 2013

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The electric bus – charged in 15 seconds
ABB releases “flash-charging” technology that can charge an electric bus in 15 seconds as it stops to pick up passengers.
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May 31, 2013

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UNSW solar discovery sets new silicon efficiency benchmark
UNSW solar engineers have found a way to improve the quality of low-grade silicon, cutting costs and boosting efficiency to a record 21-23%.
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May 7, 2013

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Mixed Greens: Spain tops 50% renewables for second month
Renewables top 50% in Spain for second month; 250kW PV system for Bendigo vaccine manufacturer, listed bond for CPV plant; Newcastle coal loader extension axed.
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May 3, 2013

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