Australia’s Tindo Solar plans expansion as ARENA funding reshapes outlook
Australian module maker Tindo Solar says Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) funding of AUD 34.5 million ($22.5 million) will support expansion at its South Australia facility as it navigates soft demand, technology shifts, and manufacturing constraints.
Australia installs 5.2 GW of solar in 2024
The International Energy Agency (IEA) says that Australia installed 5.2 GW of solar capacity in 2024, bringing the national total to 40 GW across distributed and utility-scale systems.
Australia grid delays pose risk to renewable energy targets
Intium says long and unpredictable grid-connection timelines are undermining investor confidence and complicating Australia’s clean-energy buildout.
Australia backs Fortescue solar tech trial at Pilbara innovation hub
Australia’s renewable agency says the trial aims to demonstrate faster, lower-cost utility-scale solar deployment in remote regions.
Australia’s S-Rack installs 83 kW solar carport for Parramatta Council EVs
S-Rack says its solar carport for Parramatta City Council in New South Wales demonstrates how tailored racking design can support municipal energy generation and electric vehicle infrastructure.
Australia funds SunDrive to scale copper solar cells
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) says its AUD 25.3 million ($16.5 million) investment will help SunDrive commercialize copper-based solar cell technology as a low-cost, silver-free alternative.
Australia’s Solar Sharer scheme could weaken case for batteries, says Rystad
Independent energy research firm Rystad Energy released analysis of Australia’s Solar Sharer scheme, which will give households three free hours of electricity in the middle of the day starting in July 2026.
Australia plans nationwide three-hour free solar power offer from July 2026
Electricity retailers across Australia could be required to offer households three hours of zero-cost daytime power from July 2026 under a federal Default Market Offer reform aimed at smoothing demand and cutting system costs.
Australia cotton project pairs solar, battery, and green hydrogen
Ampt and Hiringa Energy will supply a hybrid solar and storage system for a hydrogen and ammonia facility supporting low-carbon cotton production in New South Wales.
Nextracker unveils Earth Truss system for uneven Australian terrain
Nextracker has introduced its Earth Truss foundation technology in Australia, backed by funding from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA), to enable solar deployment on rocky and hard soil sites.
