Building designers, services engineers and managers have had limited climate and weather data on which to base their simulations. Now, in-depth data sets are available for 225 sites across Australia.

GB says need for diesel generators is proof that wind energy can’t keep the lights on. But network operator says it is about vulnerable poles and wires, not generation technology.

AEMO’s 10-year energy reliability forecast says there is enough new solar, wind and storage in the pipeline to fill the gap of retiring coal, and meet rising demand.

An Ausgrid trial will put solar on unused commercial rooftops and deliver cheaper electricity for locals. CEO Marc England explains why it should be allowed to swim outside its lane.

Australia’s rapidly growing fleet of big batteries set a new charging record on the country’s main grid, soaking up excess solar in the sunny south.

Ausgrid plan to put solar on unused commercial rooftops and deliver cheaper electricity to local communities will test the rules on network limits. CEO Marc England says it’s time for a ...

Australia’s first large scale solar battery hybrid is dodging weak wholesale prices and sending power into the grid in time for dinner, and often past midnight.

A “super complaint” alleging “sneaky, confusing energy pricing tactics” by Australian electricity retailers is being investigated by the consumer watchdog.

APA says its new Port Hedland solar farm proves it is cyclone proof, but despite a potential $33bn market opportunity, that was about it on renewables. The rest is gas.

A solar farm and four-hour big battery project has been cleared for construction in Victoria’s south-east after having its development approval process fast-tracked by the state government.

Australia will spend 50 pct more on this relic of fossil-era policies than on transitioning the country’s energy system to renewables by 2050.

Solar and batteries play directly to Australia’s strengths. But to make the transition work, we also need to address leaky homes and inefficient appliances.