Silver lining? Why an Australian startup is betting on a copper solar boom SunDrive hopes its copper-based solar cell can reach commercial scale in partnership with global panel producer Trina The Guardian - AU · Nov 2, 2024
Labor’s interventionist industry policy aims big. But how can Australia compete with the US and China? The Albanese government has shed little light on how billions of dollars will be divvied up. The treasurer’s ‘favourite economist’ might provide some clues The Guardian - AU · Apr 13, 2024
Australia should develop solar PV sector to avoid dependence on China, report finds New study says manufacturing solar photovoltaic panels domestically would help achieve emission goals and create jobs as global demand grows The Guardian - AU · Feb 1, 2024
Australia set for cheaper solar power as supply of panels soars, says report Climate Energy Finance calculates the price of systems will fall by 10% thanks to cheaper raw materials and more production in China and US The Guardian - AU · Jun 13, 2023
Solar panel prices are tipped to fall after years of increases, so when's the best time to buy? After an unprecedented period of increases, the wholesale price of solar panels is tipped to fall sharply. But don't celebrate just yet. Here's why. ABC News · Feb 15, 2023
Australia has a golden opportunity to expand solar energy manufacturing World’s desire to wean off over-reliance on China could be a boon for local producers, according to the Australian PV Institute The Guardian - AU · Sep 24, 2022
Australia 'on track' to generate half its electricity from renewable sources by 2025, report finds A report calls for changes to guide Australia's energy transition after finding the country is on track to generate half its electricity from renewable sources within three years and almost 70 per cent by 2030. ABC News · Jul 11, 2022
Silver lining: Australian researchers given $45m to study alternative solar panel materials Research to focus on more efficient and durable solar cells, increasing manufacturing capacity and a shift to more abundant and cheaper metals The Guardian - AU · Jun 23, 2022
As more Australians buy electric vehicles, energy companies are finding ways to help the grid cope As more Australians purchase electric vehicles, the energy industry is looking at how the grid will cope with an increased demand for electricity. ABC News · Mar 17, 2022