CSIRO

Policy & Planning

Beetaloo gas field is a climate bomb. How did the modelling make it look otherwise?
A Murdoch University deep dive into the CSIRO Beetaloo report found its emissions projections are underestimates of up to 84% in some cases.
Bill Hare

Nov 1, 2023

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Research Groups, Institutes and Universities

CSIRO says “curtain of ceramic particles” could finally unleash solar thermal technology
CSIRO says a “curtain” of falling ceramic particles may deliver the extreme heat needed to deliver the low cost “solar battery” long promised by CST technologies.
Jacinta Bowler

Oct 19, 2023

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Renewables

AEMO and CSIRO to lead new study into 100 pct renewable grids
The Australian Energy Market Operator is teaming up with CSIRO and two universities to lead a new push to fast-track the shift to 100% renewables.
Giles Parkinson

Sep 19, 2023

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Hydrogen

Tests begin on Fortescue-backed, concentrated solar hydrogen technology
Tests begin on cutting edge technology backed by iron-ore billionaire Andrew Forrest to deliver a cheaper and more scalable renewable hydrogen.
Sophie Vorrath

Sep 14, 2023

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Solar

Tandem solar cells are the next big thing in PV – but first, some roadblocks must be cleared
Tandem solar cell technology promises to fast-track the global transition away from coal and gas. But there’s a major catch.
Bruno Vicari Stefani & Matthew Wright

Sep 11, 2023

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Electrification

Quitting gas at home and petrol in the car can slash annual energy costs by up to $4,000
Another major report details the huge cost-of-living savings Australian households can lock in by going all-electric, this time using modelling from CSIRO.
Sophie Vorrath

Aug 10, 2023

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Smart Energy

CSIRO pilot to turn hundreds of buildings into smart, battery-like grid partners
The Data Clearing House will connect behind-the-meter devices in 200 commercial buildings to a single platform.
Rachel Williamson

Aug 9, 2023

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Hydrogen

CSIRO trials Australia first portable, off-grid hydrogen generator
CSIRO scientists will demonstrate patented technology to efficiently generate hydrogen from liquid carriers, supported by Advanced Carbon Engineering.
Sophie Vorrath

May 26, 2023

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CSIRO

CSIRO names new head of energy with a fuel cell and solar thermal twist
Aerospace engineer and fuel cell expert, CSIRO’s new head of energy has also served a stint as director of the Australian Solar Thermal Research Institute.
Rachel Williamson

May 10, 2023

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Renewables

CSIRO report veers off course: Storage is a solved problem
CSIRO report wrongly gives the impression that storage is somehow difficult. Storage is a solved problem, and affordable solutions already exist for most applications
Andrew Blakers

Apr 10, 2023

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