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European utilities commit to no new coal plants after 2020
As part of meeting its commitment under the Paris Agreement, the European Union announced it will build no more coal plants after 2020.
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What is the social cost of carbon?
Donald Trump aims to extend the party for fossil fuels, even if it that means we make a much bigger mess.
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Canadian Solar appoints Entura as Owner’s Engineer for two solar farms in Queensland
Specialist power and water consulting firm Entura has been appointed by Canadian Solar, one of the world’s largest solar companies, as Owner’s Engineer for two solar farms in Queensland.
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Thermo-chemical energy: Uni Newcastle unveils challenge to solar + storage
Uni Newcastle and Infratech unveil thermo-chemical competitor to rooftop solar and battery storage – apparently able to produce heat, hot water and 24-hour power.
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Opera House & EnergyAustralia light the way with major sustainability partnership
The Sydney Opera House and its energy supplier EnergyAustralia today announced a major partnership to help the country’s pre-eminent performing arts centre and number one tourist destination deliver its Environmental Sustainability Plan (ESP).
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Solar + Tesla battery storage offered in new-build Queensland homes
Metricon becomes latest Australian housing developer to offer rooftop solar and storage as optional extra in new-build homes in Queensland.
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The “off-grid” guy is not happy with his off-grid system
“Off-grid guy” Michael Mobbs is so frustrated by the poor performance of his off-grid system in inner Sydney terrace house that he has decided to junk it and is calling for new proposals. It is a salutary lesson for others wishing to follow.
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12 ways to leave your (fossil fuel) lover
The Paris agreement to limit global warming to below 2°C requires nothing short of a global energy revolution. Is this possible?
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How the new solar standard will affect households – like mine
Drawing from personal experience, a look at what the new national standard for solar installation could mean for home solar and battery plans.
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Regulator reduces small-scale renewables target while solar sales take off
The 2017 Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme target has been revealed. So what does this mean for solar installs?
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Storage boom: Victoria outstrips South Australia tender with 100+ proposals
Victoria battery storage tender attracts more than 100 proposals, outstripping even the phenomenal response to South Australia tender. Meanwhile, changes to obscure rules that could encourage more storage and demand response become a mainstream issue.
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Coal-free 2°C scenario: Within reach, and cheaper than told by IEA
Scrapping of planned coal power and accelerated investment in wind and solar are essential, but it can be done significantly cheaper than IEA estimates.
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