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Solar stands up during European heatwaves as nuclear and fossil fuels stumble
New analysis shows solar output soared across Europe during recent heatwaves, helping to power the grid even as electricity demand increased and nuclear output was curtailed.Mid-winter solar records tumble around the country, with more batteries to soak it up
Large-scale solar generated record high shares of electricity in every Australian state but one over the month of July, with much less of that power curtailed than the same time last year.
The wind drought that no one wants but everyone talks about
There was likely a lot of talk going on at the ACES summit in Sydney this week. Talk is about all the industry does these days and the Summit is no doubt a good place to do it.Â
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Solar stands up during European heatwaves as nuclear and fossil fuels stumble
New analysis shows solar output soared across Europe during recent heatwaves, helping to power the grid even as electricity demand increased and nuclear output was curtailed.
Mid-winter solar records tumble around the country, with more batteries to soak it up
Large-scale solar generated record high shares of electricity in every Australian state but one over the month of July, with much less of that power curtailed than the same time last year.The wind drought that no one wants but everyone talks about
There was likely a lot of talk going on at the ACES summit in Sydney this week. Talk is about all the industry does these days and the Summit is no doubt a good place to do it.Â
Home batteries have overtaken capacity of grid-scale batteries after rebate bonanza, and reshaped the market
Home battery capacity has overtaken grid-scale batteries, thanks to the federal rebate, and both have helped flatten the price curve as they meet evening peaks.
Sunshine state sets new solar record – in the middle of winter
Queensland has set a new record for the share of solar power in its electricity mix, in the middle of winter, and a new record for battery stored energy, too.
“Truly mind-blowing:” Scientists fear strongest El Nino will push climate into unchartered waters
Climate scientists are astonished by the scale and speed of the developing El Nino. “We are both figuratively and literally in uncharted waters.”
Graph of the Day: Half-time and hydration breaks lift grid demand in England and Norway World Cup game
England and Norway experienced big surges in demand during half time and hydration breaks in World Cup game, and smaller ones when goals were scored.
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