David Carroll
Renewables still Australia’s lowest-cost option, says CSIRO
Firmed solar and wind deliver the cheapest pathway for new electricity supply across all scenarios in Australia, the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) says in its latest cost report.
Incat powers up world’s largest battery-electric ship
Australian shipbuilder Incat Tasmania has powered up the world’s largest battery-electric ship – and the largest electric vehicle of any type on the planet – and successfully completed its first e-motor trial in Hobart.
Sparc hits production milestone at hydrogen pilot plant in Australia
Fortescue-backed startup Sparc Hydrogen has begun producing green hydrogen directly from water using concentrated solar at what it describes as a “first-of-its-kind” pilot plant in South Australia.
Metlen flicks switch on 120 MW of solar in Australia
Another large-scale PV facility is now operating at full capacity in the Australian state of Queensland, as Greek energy company Metlen Energy and Metals has officially activated the 120 MW Munna Creek Solar Farm.
Acciona Energia completes 380 MW solar project in Australia
Acciona Energia says the Aldoga Solar Farm has entered full commercial operations as Queensland accelerates large-scale renewable buildout.
Equis launches 1.6 GWh renewable energy hub in Australia
One of Australia’s biggest battery energy storage projects has powered up with renewables developer Equis Australia confirming that the 600 MW/1.6 GWh Melbourne Renewable Energy Hub in Victoria is now fully operational.
Fire forces 400 MW solar farm offline in Australia
Fire forced the shutdown of the Wellington North Solar Farm in New South Wales, Australia, on the weekend, but officials expect the 400 MW facility to resume full operations “shortly.”
Australian rooftop solar install rates reach 2025 high
The latest monthly update from market analyst SunWiz shows 279 MW of new rooftop solar capacity was registered across Australia in November 2025, up 28 MW on the 251 MW that was installed during the previous month.
Sunman to build 500 MW solar panel manufacturing plant in Australia
Chinese manufacturer Sunman is to build a 500 MW per annum solar module production facility in the New South Wales Hunter Valley after securing funding support from both the state and federal governments.
Synchronous condensers to play key role in Australian system security
The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) says “timely investments” are essential to unlock the full value of renewables and reduce reliance on coal generators for system security as the nation’s clean energy transition continues.
