Power to the People: Unlocking the Potential of Demand-Side Management
A new explainer from the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences & Engineering (ATSE) is shining a spotlight on one of the most powerful—and…
Marine cloud brightening on the Great Barrier Reef easily powered by solar photovoltaics
A promising anti-bleaching technology for the Great Barrier Reef is powered by diesel generators. ANU experts have found that solar photovoltaic (PV…
Australia's energy storage forecasts are broken
In an increasingly renewable energy system, correctly costing competing firming technology — pumped hydro, batteries, and gas — is essential to…
Baseload power is functionally extinct
Much has been made of the notion that “renewables can’t supply baseload power”. This line suggests we need to replace Australia’s ageing coal fleet…
ANU establishes new Centre for Energy Systems
A new Centre that brings together pioneering experts in clean energy research has been established at the Australian National University. With a…
Trends in renewable energy literature revealed
“Of the 369 studies, only 27 focused on the environmental impacts of renewable energy in these regions. Yet, these countries face unique challenges…