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.
FROM zero to 100km/h in four seconds - the fast, furious but energy-efficient Tesla Roadster electric sports car sped into Townsville last week. The world's only electric sports car was in Townsville as part of the Oz...
Solar Scheme and solar power rebates could be slashed again after the Government confirmed it was still concerned the scheme was driving up electricity prices for the poor. Climate Change Minister Greg Combet said he...
Cairns Solar Power The new Cairns solar powered Botanic Gardens Visitors' Centre, servicing the Cairns Botanic Gardens and Tanks Arts Centre, has been built with sustainability in mind. The building will generate renewable energy - with...
First ask: what is electricity? Electricity is the flow of electrons through a conducting material such as the copper wiring in your home. The majority of electricity is produced at a power station by...
The solar power industry is on target to create over 3000 jobs in the energy sector throughout regional Queensland, with Cairns solar panels installers to benefit thanks to perfect climate conditions for solar energy. The solar...
Eight solar projects have been shortlisted from many for the Australian Federal Government's $1.5 billion Solar Flagship program announced by Greg Combet earlier this year.
Scientists have uncovered why thinner solar cells with well organised patterns on their surface are better able to trap and absorb light. The discovery could mean cheaper and more efficient solar cell technology. Scientists have...
BP Solar has ceased production of solar cells at its Frederick, Md., plant and will lay off 320 of the 430 employees there. The move spells the end for BP solar cell manufacturing in the...
CURRIMUNDI surfer Cameron Lawrence is a man of many passions that he intends to combine later this month into what is shaping as one of the most fun surf events the Sunshine Coast has seen....
Australia has an abundance of coal which is mined and exported overseas as well as used in the production of electricity at our coal fired power stations. But how exactly do Australia's coal fired power...
Australian and US researchers have set a new bench mark for solar cell efficiency marketing a milestone in the development of sustainable solutions. This field of research will set a benchmark for future sustainability initiatives...
World Solar Challenge- Australia The World Solar Challenge is the self-described ultimate challenge in sustainable energy. Teams from all over the world design and build cars that are powered 100% from solar energy, which they...
THE first of more than 140 solar systems has been installed as part of a collective community bid to produce more sustainable energy in sunshine-rich central Victoria. The Strathfieldsaye Community Enterprise and Bendigo Sustainability Group...
A solar-powered desalination plant for Brisbane's Mt Coot-tha Botanical Gardens is believed to be the first in Australia and a model for similar irrigation systems in Queensland parks and nurseries. The system uses two self-positioning...
Big news this week about the state of solar power in Cairns, QLD. As the Australian Federal Government announces the new means test for household solar panel installations, jobs are being lost left, right and...
The Moreland Energy Foundation has welcomed the announcement by Mr Peter Garrett ALP Shadow Minister for the Environment that if elected a Rudd Labor Government would fund the Coburg Solar Village project. The Coburg Solar Village project...
