Queensland treasurer Cameron Dick has announced a $1bn economic stimulus package in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. Half of that money is to be placed in a clean energy fund to encourage a range of publicly owned solar and wind projects. In line with the recent announcement to establish three renewable energy zones across…
Australian supermarket giant Coles has continued leading the way for reducing carbon emissions, thanks to a new deal signed with clean energy retailer CleanCo.The new deal will see 400 GWh of solar and wind energy delivered to power Coles’ retail operations in Queensland and signals a continued shift towards large companies embracing renewable energy. What…
The Queensland Government has this week released figures that show the Sunshine State now has some of the best solar energy penetration in the world. In fact, one in three homes and businesses across Queensland are now equipped to generate solar energy. With lofty targets of having a million homes with solar panels, we’re not…
It seems like there’s nothing you can’t do with smart home devices now. Everything from lights to speakers to cooking utensils, there seems to be a smart solution for everything. These handy devices operate by voice command, or sometimes the push of a button. Either way, they’re extremely easy to use and heaps of fun.…
The Clean Energy Regulator (CER) has recently announced a massive increase in the Solar Panel Validation (SPV) program. Designed to ensure more high-quality solar panels in the Australian market, this increase is great news for all reputable solar installation experts on the Sunshine Coast and beyond. It’s also providing plenty of benefits for Aussie homeowners.…
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Australia’s renewable energy research capacity has seen a massive increase recently, thanks to the completion of The University of Queensland’s 64-megawatt solar farm at Warwick in the state’s southeast. The solar farm looks set to provide all of UQ’s energy, as well as serve as a valuable addition to the growing renewable energy sector in…
Renewable energy company Neoen has unveiled plans to build a new $570m solar farm near Chinchilla in Queensland. The project will be Australia’s largest solar farm and is expected to generate more than 400 jobs in the region. Western Downs Green Power Hub Construction of the new 460-480 mWp site is scheduled to begin in…
In these trying times, it is extremely important for all Australians to look after each other and stop the spread of Coronavirus. To take all precautions and act on the latest advice from the government and medical professionals. At Accord, we remain committed to servicing our customers during these difficult times in the safest way…
Solar power monitoring company Solar Analytics recently found that the output from Sydney and Canberra rooftop systems was lowered by the smoke haze emanating from the bushfires. The company, which monitors the performance of solar power systems at 35,000 sites across the country, found that rooftop output fell by 45% on New Year’s Day in…