Eight new solar farms added to NEM in past two months means renewables share of electricity generation continues to break records. But overall emissions still cantering in wrong direction.
The Australia Institute
Surge in renewables delivering cheaper power, says TAI report
As ScoMo sets off on the campaign trail, report says surge in wind and solar has seen NEM wholesale power prices peak, and go into a decline. Fair dinkum.
New solar and wind the “only thing” pushing down power prices
As Coalition ramps up attack on wind and solar, new report finds new renewable generation coming online the “only thing” currently helping lower electricity prices in Australia.
New reports slam NEG as “renewables killer” designed for “short-term” politics
Two new reports confirm NEG would kill off renewable energy in Australia after 2021, put Australia at “back of pack” on climate.
More rooftop solar needed to reduce peaks, stabilise grid
Days after ACCC calls for rooftop solar scheme to be abolished, new report identifies why more rooftop solar should be encouraged to reduce peak demand on hot days and boost system security.
Rooftop solar most reliable source of new generation on NEM, says report
Rooftop solar has been installed by over 1.6 million households and is the most reliable source of steadily growing generation in the NEM.
How to fix Australia’s embarrassing failure in electric vehicles
TAI report shows 64% of all party supporters in favour of policies to increase EV uptake – so what aren’t governments doing?
Australia needs 75% renewables by 2030 to meet Paris targets, cut costs
Report shows least cost way to meet Paris climate goals and cut emissions is to fast-track Australia’s transition to renewable energy.
Electricity sector “gold plating” behind sky-high prices – not renewables
TAI report says electricity sector gold-plating costing households $400-$500 a year. Cost of carbon price: “barely noticeable.”
Gas generators called out for exploiting NEM flaw, creating “obscene price spikes”
The Australia Institute says gas are generators are driving “obscene” power price spikes by choosing to exploit an energy market failure, rather than fulfil their role of complementing renewables.
