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Improper solar module disposal is a problem – but not a risk to human health
International Energy Agency-led study finds "worst-case scenario" of improper disposal of used solar panels would present no significant risk to human health. But don't do it!
Engie deploys an innovative PPA to cut energy costs and emissions with solar power, in a deal with resources company Weir Minerals.
For all its success, there is a dark side to the big solar sector. And it came to the fore again this week when a leading sub-contractor filed for...
Owners and developers of half a dozen solar farms are scrambling to put in place contingency measures to deal with the collapse of a leading contracting group.
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Rooftop solar curtailment “lesser of two evils”, but no moratorium on new installs, says SA energy minister
SA energy minister gives reassurance that no mortarium on new rooftop solar is being considered, but warns curtailment may be necessary to avoid 'negative demand'.
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Fortescue plans to run Pilbara mine on solar only during day, but battery the key
Fortescue Metals Group is gearing up to test whether it can run its Pilbara-based Christmas Creek iron ore mine on solar, alone, during the day.
Goonumbla solar farm near Parkes in New South Wales has been fully completed and is ready to fulfil its PPA with government owned utility Snowy Hydro.
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Global gold miner sets sights on “realistic” 99% renewables share on mining projects
Gold Fields says ground-breaking West Australian project that shifted gold mine to 50-60% wind, solar and battery storage could aim for a target of 99% renewables.
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Another big solar project contractor hits the wall, administrators called in
Contractor working on many of Australia's most prominent solar projects placed in hands of administrators as project owners scramble to fill gap.
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How the US grid can reach 90% clean electricity by 2035
New report says US can achieve 90% clean electricity mix by 2035 – as opposed to 55% under a business-as-usual scenario – if it follows a set of institutional,...
