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Australian news, and some related international items

Report on renewable energy storage in Australia

this could lead to profound changes in the
structure of Australia’s electricity market,stating,

“If this happens on a large scale it will force a change in the
business model of how we fund the poles and wires network, unlock the
full potential of Australia’s enormous renewable energy resources and
accelerate the shift to a clean energy economy.

Energy storage to grow to 3000MW in Australia by 2030
http://www.climatespectator.com.au/news/energy-storage-grow-3000mw-australia-2030,
31 Jan 2013
By a staff reporter The Clean Energy Council has released a report
that suggests the market for energy storage technology in Australia
will be approximately 3000MW by 2030. The authors of the report,
Marchment Hill Consulting, have estimating this growth based on
current trends and projected costs. Continue reading

February 1, 2013 Posted by | AUSTRALIA - NATIONAL, energy | Leave a comment

Australian team to participate in USA’s Solar Decathlon (includes video)

Energy Matters Sponsors Australia’s First Solar Decathlon Team by Energy Matters, 1 Feb 13, (includes video)  http://www.energymatters.com.au/index.php?main_page=news_article&article_id=3574 National solar provider Energy Matters is supporting students from the University of Wollongong in their participation in Solar Decathlon China 2013.

Team UOW Australia is the first Australian team selected to take part in a Solar Decathlon; a U.S. Department of Energy initiative that challenges collegiate teams to design, build, and operate solar-powered houses that are cost-effective, energy-efficient and attractive. Continue reading

February 1, 2013 Posted by | General News | Leave a comment