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Energy Insiders Podcast: Why WA could take lead in renewable energy transition
WA energy minister Bill Johnston joins the Energy Insiders podcast to explain his state’s transition plans. “We can make our own rules,” he says.
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Australian scientists help unlock potential of flexible and wearable solar
Australian and Japanese scientists collaborate to design new super flexible, lightweight and efficient solar cells that could be used in wearable fabrics.
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'Like a spiral UFO': world's longest animal discovered in Australian waters
Along with up to 30 new marine species, scientists have found a 150-ft example of a siphonophore, a string-like deep-sea predator
Scientists exploring the deep sea off Australia’s coast have discovered as many as 30 new marine species – and what may be the longest animal ever seen.
The discoveries were the result of expeditions into Western Australia’s underwater canyons. One of the biggest discoveries was a siphonophore measuring an estimated 150 feet (46 metres). Siphonophores are deep-sea predators made up of many small clones that act together as one and spread out like a single long string in the water. Researchers think this particular siphonophore may be the longest yet found.
Continue reading...Watchdog to consider audit of UNGI program as legal questions loom
Federal government expenditure watchdog flags it may audit the Morrison government's UNGI program, with further questions raised about its legality.
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New Zealand sees slight dip in carbon emissions
Invitation to comment on the listing assessment for Karst Springs and Associated Alkaline Fens of the Naracoorte Coastal Plain Bioregion
Invitation to comment on the listing assessment for Karst Springs and Associated Alkaline Fens of the Naracoorte Coastal Plain Bioregion
“Shovel-ready” Wangaratta solar farm kicks off quest for investors
Energy Estate confident of finding investors for Sun Farms' 30MW Wangaratta solar farm, which it says is strategically located on Victoria's crowded grid.
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CP Daily: Tuesday April 14, 2020
Australian renewables nudge milestone 25% share in last 12 months
Latest report shows renewables, including rooftop solar, fell just a fraction short of a 25% share of Australia's main grid in past 12 months.
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John Pierce’s legacy: Blinkered policies are fragmenting NEM
Nowhere is the AEMC's obstinacy and pursuit of ideological perfection over a good outcome more obvious than in the COGATI and MLF reform process.
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California set to be home to another 100MW battery project
CPA signs its first Energy Storage Agreement – the largest such deal by a local power purchasing authority in California.
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Solar has record-breaking week in Germany, provides 23% of generation
German solar generation experienced its best week yet last week, accounting for 23% of the country’s net electricity generation.
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