Research Groups, Institutes and Universities Archives - Page 9 of 70 - Renew Economy

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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Solar

“Limitless” energy: How offshore floating solar could power population hotspots
Vast arrays of solar panels floating on calm seas near the Equator could provide effectively unlimited energy to densely populated countries in Asia and Africa.
Andrew Blakers & David Firnando Silalahi

Aug 4, 2023

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Solar

More clouds on solar horizon, say researchers, so batteries and modelling will be key
UNSW modelling shows the magnitude, frequency and duration of “solar ramping” will change significantly over the next century. But there are workarounds.
Sophie Vorrath

Aug 3, 2023

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Japan can reach net zero with solar, wind and EVs – and minimal hydrogen
BNEF report finds Japan can decarbonise using mature technologies like wind, solar and electric vehicles, and with minimal need to rely on green hydrogen.
Joshua S Hill

Jul 26, 2023

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Featured

“We need to be smarter:” Coal closure delays could add thousands to consumer bills
New report warns of huge costs of delaying closure of coal fired power stations – and suggests ministerial targets, long duration flow batteries and more commercial rooftop PV.
Giles Parkinson

Jul 25, 2023

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Solar

New solar panel recycling process recovers 99 pct of silver from cells
UNSW researchers have developed a new way of recovering important metals from end-of-life solar panels – including silver.
Jacinta Bowler

Jul 20, 2023

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Solar

Ultra low cost solar: Why PV needs to get much cheaper to finish off fossil fuels
ARENA says solar is cheap enough to meet short term grid targets, but needs another major cost reduction to replace fossil fuels in all parts of the economy.
Giles Parkinson

Jul 19, 2023

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Wind and solar remain cheapest new sources of power, even after inflation hit
The latest GenCost report from the CSIRO and AEMO says wind and solar remain the cheapest new sources of power, even after a big hit from inflation
Marion Rae

Jul 18, 2023

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Energy experts say chasing nuclear would likely stop Australia reaching net zero
Energy experts, including another former chief scientist, say nuclear debate is being used to slow down renewables and puts net zero targets at risk.
Giles Parkinson

Jul 12, 2023

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Solar

Study says solar can reduce moisture loss and has minimal impact on grasslands
The study, which builds on previous research, could show the way forward for drought-prone Australia.
Rachel Williamson

Jul 6, 2023

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Coal

Negative pricing events hit record levels, and are worse in coal-fired grids
Number of negative pricing events more than trebled in June. They were amplified in coal fired states because those fossil fuel generators don’t like ramping up and down.
Giles Parkinson

Jul 5, 2023

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Australia’s fossil fuel methane emissions are nearly twice as bad as industry reports
Methane emissions from Australia’s fossil fuel industry are nearly twice as bad as reported, and polluters will have to double their planned emission cuts to make up for it.
Rachel Williamson

Jul 5, 2023

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