In a groundbreaking shift, Australia's renewable energy sector, particularly solar and wind power, has achieved a remarkable milestone. For the first time, the combined electricity output from these sources has surpassed the total demand of all Australian households. This development, as reported by the Australian Bureau of Statistics for the financial year 2021-22, marks a significant turning point in the nation's energy landscape.
The integration of solar batteries into Australian residential settings is gaining momentum. Historically used in remote, off-grid solar photovoltaic (PV) and wind electricity systems, these batteries are now becoming a staple in new home solar installations.
A Sydney-based solar innovator, SunDrive Solar, is redefining solar panel technology's efficiency and cost. Founded in a humble garage in 2015 by Vince Allen and David Hu, SunDrive has evolved into a trailblazer in solar cell technology, particularly with its unique copper-based solution.
Minister for Climate Change and Energy Chris Bowen’s annual climate change statement to Parliament today has highlighted climate change as a potential national and regional security risk and source of strain for national crisis coordination.