I developed an interest in the Australian energy and construction sectors more than a decade ago and have since closely followed the trends, technologies and developments shaping both industries. My involvement in the Australian solar market began in 2008, and over the years I have built strong connections with professionals, businesses and organisations across the construction, solar and renewable energy sectors in Australia and internationally. These connections include solar panel and inverter manufacturers, electrical and construction industry professionals, software developers creating tools to quote, monitor and manage solar power systems, and media organisations that closely follow developments across energy, construction and renewable technologies. Today, I continue to contribute as an industry advocate, author and commentator, sharing practical insights and information to help Australian consumers and businesses better understand solar power, energy technologies, construction-related developments and the changing Australian energy landscape.
The coalition says electricity prices will come down if it wins the next federal election and repeals the carbon tax. The tax, which takes effect from July 1, has been linked to an 18 per...
A multidisciplinary team of researchers at MIT and in Spain has found a new mathematical approach to simulating the electronic behavior of noncrystalline materials, which may eventually play an important part in new devices including...
The Labor Government as announced the winner of its Solar Flagships program. After being delayed for months, the approval of nearly $130 million in federal funding is for a 159 Megawatt solar power project split...
Chemical reactions on the surface of metal oxides, such as titanium dioxide and zinc oxide, are important for solar cells that convert the sun's energy to electricity. Now University of Washington scientists have found that...
This is Australia's new Tourism Australia Commercial which will be shown around the world. I placed it on the page because I truly believe that we live in the greatest country in the world....
That's right! A solar powered bikini that doubles as a charger for anything gadgets or devices that can charge using a USB connection! This means that you can now charge your smart phones on the...
Energy Minister Peter Collier has blamed a breakdown in communication with energy provider Synergy for the $46 million solar scheme cost blow out. Mr Collier has come under fire after it was revealed the scheme's estimated...
THE rooftop solar industry appears to be experiencing another of its many mini-booms, this time prompted by upcoming changes to the federal government's solar credits multiplier, and by the increasingly compelling economic case for commercial-scale...
The head of one of Australia's most successful solar start-ups admits negative perceptions are preventing the solar power industry from fulfilling its potential, and that greater encouragement from governments would lead people to embrace renewable...
On April 25th, 2012, Trina Solar (U.S.) Inc., a subsidiary of Trina Solar Ltd. (Jiangsu, China), announced that it will donate 10.5 kW of its solar photovoltaic (PV) modules for the American Lung Association’s offices...
The proposal of a wind power farm at Mt Emerald has created a strong debate over noise issues for residential properties nearby. We would like to know how the local residents feel about...
Heavily reliant on coal to generate electricity, Queenslanders will suffer Australia’s biggest electricity price increase thanks to the Gillard Government's Carbon Tax. The University of Queensland has conducted a study using supercomputer models to discover...
Do you know who is the most competent solar power expert, according to a research team from Tel Aviv University? It is in fact a humble insect, the 'Oriental Hornet', found in our gardens! Much to...
The Clean Energy Week Gala Dinner looks set be a great night with comedienne and TV personality Julia Morris signing on to host the clean energy industry's night of nights. Ms Morris, famous for her...
As you may have heard through the media, there has been a lot of talk about the Building Services Authority fining Electrical Contractors for installing solar hot water systems. This media coverage is a direct...
The solar sector is currently enduring a nuclear winter, with government chopping and changing of rules weighing heavily on financials. Having axed a separate subsidy last year, Canberra this week terminated the solar heating rebate...
