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CSIRO set to lead Australia’s renewable energy revolution

CSIRO maps out Australia’s energy future, Australian Broadcasting Corporation Broadcast: 05/07/2011, Reporter: Michael Troy  The CSIRO is at the forefront of development of renewable energy generation but Australia is struggling for investment in commercialisation.Transcript, PHILIP LASKER, PRESENTER: Australia’s power grid is about to be reshaped with the introduction of a carbon tax. The CSIRO has outlined its vision for a low-carbon future, with a mix of renewables, geothermal and lower-emissions coal supplying all of Australia’s power needs within 30 years.

The research and development is continuing apace, but funding for commercialisation has stalled, with investors shying away from Australian companies.
…….With the new battery – called an UltraBattery – there is enough stored energy in this one container to power 1,000 homes for a day. The batteries also even out the power fed into the grid…….http://www.abc.net.au/lateline/business/items/201107/s3262006.htm

July 6, 2011 - Posted by Christina Macpherson | AUSTRALIA - NATIONAL, energy