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Australia announces ‘pit to panel’ solar manufacturing program

The Australian government will allocate AUD 1 billion ($652.8 million) to help build a domestic solar panel manufacturing industry to underpin the nation’s future as a renewable energy superpower.

5B uses modular, relocatable solar tech for 89.7 MW hybrid microgrid

Modular solar array manufacturer 5B has started building the solar component of an 89.7 MW hybrid microgrid that will help Bellevue Gold’s gold mine in Australia with up to 100% renewables.

Quinbrook to build polysilicon factory in Australia

Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners’ plan for a multibillion-dollar polysilicon production plant in Australia has received a major boost, with the Queensland state government clearing the way to fast-track the project.

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Zen Energy starts building 111 MW/270 MWh battery in Australia

Australian renewable gen-tailer Zen Energy is set to build the second-largest battery energy storage system in the state of South Australia, in a move that is expected to improve the reliability of electricity supply.

Researchers identify path to fast-charging lithium-sulfur batteries

Australian researchers have designed a new catalyst that has the potential to deliver a new generation of lithium-sulfur batteries that can be charged in less than five minutes, instead of several hours.

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Construction begins on 2 GWh of storage in Australia

Western Australian government-owned utility Synergy has commenced construction of its third grid-scale battery as the state government looks to ramp up energy storage capacity to support its planned transition from coal-fired power generation to renewables.

bp increases stake in 26 GW Australian renewable energy hub

Investment bank Macquarie Group has sold its share in the 26 GW Australian Renewable Energy Hub megaproject proposed for Western Australia’s Pilbara region to oil and gas giant bp.

New Zealand welcomes first big battery to national grid

New Zealand’s transition to a renewable energy future has taken a significant step forward with the nation’s first grid-scale battery energy storage project now offering injectable reserves to the electricity market for the first time.

Australia startup offers all-in-one O&M tech to save solar farms millions

A Queensland tech start-up says it has developed an AI-based all-in-one solar farm operation and maintenance system that promises to boost the reliability of solar projects and could save the renewable energy industry $200 million a year.

Chelion Australia rolls out new residential energy storage system

Chelion is now introducing its new iHome high-voltage residential battery storage systems in Australia.

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