25th August 2016 A Perth start-up is set to begin trials of its blockchain-based software program that, if successful, could mean the beginning of peer-to-peer energy trading in Australia, in which consumers buy, sell or swap excess solar electricity directly…
20th April 2016 The world’s first solar-powered circumnavigation attempt began today as the Solar Impulse 2 (Si2) aircraft took off from Abu Dhabi at 07:12 local time this morning. Swiss pilot Andre Borschberg was entrusted with commencing the historical first…
Are you eyeing solar hot water for your home? Consider this: a full-home solar power system could be your game-changer. Picture this: not only are you heating your water, but you’re also slashing your electricity bill, all while sidestepping…
Lithium Batteries (LifePO4) are the next cutting edge storage medium for all storage requirements. Weighing in less per amp hour than former lead acid and dry cell batteries, lithium batteries will also allow you much further discharge capability (80% depth…
Shine, Store and Save Generate. Store. Use your own power during the most expensive times of the day Reduce dependency and remain connected to the electricity grid Protection from future tari ff increases Energy Security: Black-out protection for critical circuits…
5th October 2014 Samsung is joining competitors LG and Philips on the bulb train with the debut of its first-ever “smart” LED lightbulb. The (appropriately named) Bluetooth-powered Smart Bulb will launch at the Light + Building 2014 trade show in Frankfurt, Germany…
5th September One of Australia’s largest untapped solar PV markets – the 1.8 million vacant rooftops estimated to belong to the residential rental market – is being targeted by a Sydney-based solar group, which says the time is right for…
24th June 2014 Solar House 2.0, erected this year on Barcelona’s waterfront, uses time-tested passive solar techniques (like south-facing windows to let in winter sun and dramatic eaves to shade it in summer), but it takes a high-tech leap forward…
6th June 2014 For a moment, it seemed like Google and Facebook were about to pursue two different techniques to deliver internet signals from the sky: Google with weather balloons, and Facebook with high-flying drones. But now, it seems that…
1st June 2014 John Wayland and his team over at Plasma Boy Racing have done it again. After the installation of a brand new set of advanced Dow/Kokam lithium polymer batteries, and a little frame stiffening, the storied White Zombie—a converted…
