The first solar project in Sanjeev Gupta’s $1.3 billion renewable energy program has been green-lit by the South Australian government. The 280 MW Cultana Solar Farm, announced by British billionaire Sanjeev Gupta last year, will break ground in October, reports pv magazine Australia.
The current dip in Victorian solar installation quote applications is due to customers waiting for the second phase of the government’s Victorian Solar Homes rebate program to start.
The Sustainable Melbourne Fund (SMF) has partnered with Bank Australia to help business and agriculture across the nation ‘go green’. The $200 million joint venture will assist commercial and agricultural enterprises anywhere in Australia to invest in sustainable infrastructure. Contrary to the name, SMF does not restrict its activities to Melbourne.
Noosa Council has joined the Cities Power Partnership (CPP) to push for 100 per cent green energy across Australia. This enhances Noosa’s solar power credentials, which are already good for this Queensland community.