Solar powers job creation
A new report from the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) reveals solar photovoltaic (PV) power was the largest employer in the renewable energy sector in 2016, with 3.095 million jobs – up 12% from 2015.
Australia’s Top 10 Postcodes For Solar – May Update
1.67 Million+ Systems Sticking It To The Electricity Man | Panel Image: Smaack, CC BY-SA 4.0, Link
The most recent data from Australia’s Clean Energy Regulator shows Queensland and Western Australia postcodes still entirely dominating the top 10 rankings for total numbers of installed small scale solar power systems.
Solar Power Enlisted To Help Keep Wind Farms Free Of Bird Poop
Scaring off seagulls with a solar powered scarecrow | Image: Scaretech Global
Bird poop, aka guano, presents major headaches for offshore wind farm operators – but this solar powered gizmo is apparently proving to be very successful in keeping birds at bay.
Fresh Warnings On Adani’s Carmichael Coal Mine
Coal Is A Risky Business
The Climate Council and Oxfam have again warned that the Adani Carmichael coal mine in Queensland’s Galilee Basin represents a major conflict with Australia’s commitment to addressing climate change.
Switzerland Votes For More Renewables And Nuclear Power Phase Out
Yes to more renewables, no to nuclear power | Image: BKW FMB Energie AG, CC BY-SA 3.0, Link
Swiss voters have endorsed Energy Strategy 2050, a government plan that will see renewables including wind and solar power beefed up and nuclear power phased out in the country.
Western Australian Museum Construction About To Get Under Way
Old Meets New | Image: WA Museum
The first sod of soil was turned at the site of the new Western Australian Museum yesterday, a huge project that will also incorporate a solar power aspect.
Australia’s National Electricity Market – “Don’t Panic”
Keep calm but don’t carry on as is – Grattan Institute
A new report warns of the danger of politicians panicking over the situation with Australia’s National Electricity Market and ultimately pushing electricity prices higher.
World’s Largest Floating Solar Farm Connected To The Grid
Solar power making use of what coal wrecked | Image : Sungrow
A 40MW floating solar farm, constructed on what would otherwise be a “useless” area due to the impacts of coal mining, has been connected to the mains electricity grid in Huainan, China.
Campbell Souping Up Solar Power Capacity
4.4MW Of Solar Panels For Campbell Soup Company’s Global HQ
Campbell Soup Company has announced the beginning of construction of a 4.4MW solar electricity plant at its world headquarters in Camden, New Jersey.
Lego Group Reaches 100% Renewable Energy Target
Lego greening up with wind and solar power | Image : Lego Group
Lego Group has announced it has reached its 100% renewable energy target set in 2013 well ahead of schedule.
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