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NSW is racing to fill a gigawatt-scale battery storage gap, with new analysis revealing 75% of needed capacity is missing. Meanwhile, investor groups warn federal tax changes could stall critical project finance.
The Climate Council is urging the federal government to prioritise electrification in the May budget after high global oil prices cost Australian motorists over $1 billion in March. The advocacy group highlights that domestic battery storage and renewable energy are currently mitigating the financial impact of volatile imported fossil fuel markets.
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency has awarded grant funding to InterContinental Energy to develop a digital twin model for large-scale green hydrogen production. This virtual simulation aims to provide a blueprint for other developers to optimise the design and operation of massive-scale renewable fuel hubs across Australia.
New South Wales faces an urgent requirement to fast-track the deployment of large-scale battery storage to bridge a significant capacity gap and achieve its legislated 2030 energy objectives. Current projections indicate that approximately three-quarters of the necessary storage infrastructure remains undeveloped.
The New South Wales government has granted a two-year operational extension to a coal mine to maintain fuel supply for the Vales Point power station. Environmental advocates argue the decision contradicts the state's established climate legislation.
Fortescue is transitioning its mining operations from diesel and oil to battery-electric systems powered by firmed renewable energy. This decarbonisation strategy aims to replace traditional fossil fuel consumption with large-scale electrification and storage technologies to mitigate fuel price volatility.
The Investor Group on Climate Change warns that proposed federal Capital Gains Tax reforms could discourage international investment in Australian wind, solar, and battery storage assets. These draft changes are expected to create financial barriers for foreign backers at a critical stage of the national energy transition.
Remote First Nations communities face heightened energy vulnerability as rising diesel costs increase the urgency of transitioning to renewable power sources. These regions currently depend on expensive diesel-fired generation, highlighting a critical need for alternative infrastructure to ensure long-term energy security.
Fortescue fast tracks its plans to eliminate diesel and other fossil fuels, saying it will be achieving emissions free processing by the end of next year.
GWM has launched the Ora 5 electric SUV in Australia with a starting price of $33,990 driveaway. This entry-level pricing targets the sub-$40,000 market segment to increase competition among affordable electric vehicle options.
Clean Energy Investor Group’s Richie Merzian highlights that financing hurdles and Capacity Investment Scheme flaws are stalling large-scale wind projects. The sector faces further risks from potential Capital Gains Tax changes, while Fortescue targets diesel elimination and electric vehicle adoption reaches new milestones.
TasNetworks Chief Executive Officer Seán Mc Goldrick will exit the Tasmanian transmission network service provider following the conclusion of his contract on 30 June. His departure ends a five-year tenure leading the state-owned utility.
Image: UNSW The University of New South Wales believes it has unlocked a key complication with hydrogen fuel cells, paving the way for their commercialisation.
Newly minted leader of Australia's home battery market claims stunning new installation record, as regulator warns time is running out under current rebate settings.
Image: Natalia Bratslavsky/stock.adobe.com The Queensland Government is targeting traditional measures to mitigate the fuel crisis by unlocking the Taroom Trough – a 750-square-kilometre oil and gas field in central Queensland.
New Energy Transport oversees Australia's an all-electric freight delivery. Image: Kaizenco A select group of companies have been chosen to partake in Investor Front Door, a Federal Government pilot aiming to fast-track projects.
State-owned energy developer CECEP has raised CNY 2.95 billion ($431.8 million) for PV and storage projects, while China’s metals industry association says polysilicon prices have fallen for a seventh straight week.
A meta-analysis of 60 renewable energy reports indicates that solar PV capital expenditure may drop to $192/kW by 2050, potentially enabling wind and solar to provide 80–100% of global electricity. The research suggests current deployment forecasts are often too low due to conservative cost estimates and simplified modeling of photovoltaic technology.
Lion Energy and American Battery Factory have established a strategic partnership to supply lithium iron phosphate battery energy storage systems. The collaboration supports recently secured offtake agreements totaling 4.5GWh of storage capacity.
Tokyu Corp. and partners will supply Tokyu Railway with newly built solar power under a corporate power purchase agreement (PPA), covering about 30% of traction electricity demand.
Dutch transmission system operator TenneT has contracted a developer to build a large-scale battery energy storage system designed to function as a controllable congestion mitigator. This project aims to alleviate grid constraints in the Netherlands, potentially accelerating the integration of renewable energy assets into the national network.
The U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran is unlikely to materially affect solar manufacturing projects in the Middle East for now, as most of these investments remain at an early stage. OPIS analyst Brian Ng sees the most immediate risk in logistics.
The Ontario government has awarded contracts to 12 solar and two wind developments totaling over 1.3 GW of capacity. This 915 MW solar expansion represents the largest public power procurement in the Canadian province's history.
The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (MPUC) has approved a 200MW expansion of utility Xcel Energy’s Capacity*Connect virtual power plant (VPP) programme.
Energy Vault has entered a binding contract to purchase an 850MW portfolio of battery energy storage projects from a local developer in Japan.
Fraunhofer ISE researchers have developed an electrodeposition metallization process that cuts silver usage in TOPCon solar cells to 1.1 mg/Wp. This technique represents a tenfold reduction from the current industry standard of 10–12 mg/Wp, potentially lowering manufacturing costs for high-efficiency modules.
GlobalData forecasts the international steam and gas turbine market will expand to a valuation of $23.4 billion by 2030. This projected growth is driven by an increasing requirement for high-efficiency power generation and the ongoing global transition toward renewable energy integration.
Online marketplace Search4Solar acquired over 150,000 second-hand photovoltaic panels in 2024 to support the secondary market. The platform offers developers and installers direct procurement options for solar repowering initiatives.
BMW has debuted a new hydrogen storage tank for its iX5 model designed to increase driving range, while South Korean officials announced a strategy to create industrial-sized liquid hydrogen storage infrastructure.
Energy Vault has entered the Japanese energy storage sector by acquiring a portfolio of battery energy storage system (BESS) development projects. The US-based firm aims to capitalise on Japan's rapidly expanding market for grid-scale storage solutions.
Galp agreed to acquire a portfolio of operational onshore wind assets located in Spain with a combined capacity of 351MW from Helia Funds.
The country added around 44.6 GW of new PV capacity in fiscal year 2026, according to new figures released by JMK Research.
RWE has deployed a turbine featuring recyclable blades and a low-carbon steel tower at the Thor offshore wind farm. This installation marks a technical milestone in reducing the lifecycle emissions and waste profile of large-scale wind infrastructure.
Hybrid power configurations combining solar PV with geothermal resources are expected to overcome the inherent generation limits of standalone solar as PV becomes a primary global energy source. These integrated systems offer a pathway to stabilize supply by leveraging the complementary nature of both technologies to meet future bulk energy demands.
The 18th SolarEx Istanbul highlighted Türkiye’s growth as a global photovoltaic manufacturing hub, driven by expanding distributed solar and battery storage sectors. Despite this progress, the industry faces ongoing hurdles including grid capacity limitations, regulatory barriers, and heightened international competition.
Adana-based WHS introduced a PV-powered water heating system that operates without an inverter, using 1.6 kW of direct DC solar input with integrated MPPT.
Swissgrid and a panel of energy specialists have released a white paper detailing strategies to incorporate 40 GW of solar capacity into Switzerland's power system by 2050. The report focuses on maintaining grid stability and operational security during the transition to high renewable penetration.
Researchers from the Czech Republic have developed an autonomous IoT-based water cooling system for solar panels that utilizes the MQTT protocol to boost daily energy generation by 7.38%. The automated setup achieved a positive net energy balance, suggesting that smart monitoring could improve the commercial feasibility of active thermal management for PV modules.
In a new weekly update for pv magazine , Solcast, a DNV company, reports that Saharan dust caused widespread panel soiling in southern Europe in early May, while much of central and eastern Europe benefitted from above-average solar resources.
A price war has broken out in the nascent electric van market in Australia, as the commercial vehicle market shifts to electric mobility in the face of soaring diesel costs.
Kosol Energie has used air freight to sustain PV module production, as supply constraints pressure timelines across utility-scale and commercial and industrial (C&I) segments.
The Swedish Energy Agency reports that 21,600 solar installations were linked to the grid in 2025, bringing the national total to roughly 314,600 units. While small-scale systems under 20 kW dominate the current fleet, data indicates a decelerating pace of new deployments across the country.
Libra Energy's Head of Marketing and E-commerce, Ilse Cappelle, highlighted the Dutch firm's commitment to professional development and flexible working after being promoted to the management team immediately following her maternity leave. The testimonial, shared via Women in Solar+ Europe, underscores corporate culture shifts regarding leadership diversity within the renewable sector.
Zeekr announced pricing for its updated X electric SUV, starting from $48,900 driveaway.
In a new weekly update for pv magazine , OPIS, a Dow Jones company, provides a quick look at the main price trends in the global PV industry.
Independent regulator approves big battery proposed for next to a waste-water treatment plant, after it was sent for review by long-distance objectors and anti-renewables lobbyists.
Solarport has launched the modular PowerPark PRO PV carport series, designed to meet UK/EU parking standards and adapt to various site layouts with multiple configurations and orientations.
A proposed decision by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has drawn criticism from industry groups, who say it fails to support a viable market for community solar.
The TOPCon solar cells with fabricated with screen-printed, fire-through copper rear contacts and silver front contacts, using laser-enhanced contact optimization (LECO) to significantly reduce contact resistivity.
As rooftop solar spreads to all corners of the globe, the problem of managing distributed generation in cities prone to tropical thunderstorms is becoming increasingly acute. What if cars could come to the rescue?
South Korea car giant Hyundai will recall thousands of its most popular electric vehicles after discovering a fault that could lead to a fire while charging.
Iberdrola is set to expand its stake in its Brazilian subsidiary, Neoenergia, to 98% following a significant transaction, marking one of Brazil's largest delisting deals with a notably high acceptance rate.
Researchers from the Chinese Academy of Sciences say a polymerizable non-flammable electrolyte improves safety in sodium-ion batteries while maintaining performance.