$350 million in funding initiatives from the CEFC and ARENA will see as many as ten new large scale solar farms constructed across Australia.
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) announced a $100 million programme this morning; offering grants of up to $30 million for solar projects with a minimum generation capacity of 5 MW (AC).
1.8MW of solar panels have been installed at the award-winning Ayers Rock Resort, with the assistance of financing from the Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC).
A survey conducted last week found renewable energy was the third most important issue for voters in the Western Australian electoral division of Canning – and solar can help with their other pressing concerns.
Solar Citizens has welcomed a Victorian Government Bill that will amend the state’s Electricity Industry Act and other legislation to the benefit of solar homeowners.