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Australia: Landowner-led 250MW solar plant lands federal approval in just 20 days

Australia: Landowner-led 250MW solar plant lands federal approval in just 20 days

The federal government confirmed that the approval process for this project took just 20 days. It will be located 9km north of Bothwell in the centre of the state and near the River Clyde. It will be connected to the National Electricity Market (NEM) and within the T3 Tasmania Midlands proposed Renewable Energy Zone (REZ). […]

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Colossal solar flare erupts from Earth-facing sunspot, sparking strong radio blackouts over Pacific Ocean (video)

Colossal solar flare erupts from Earth-facing sunspot, sparking strong radio blackouts over Pacific Ocean (video)

It’s at it again! Sunspot region 4114 has fired off its strongest blast yet — an X1.2-class solar flare that erupted on June 17, triggering radio blackouts across the Pacific Ocean region, including Hawaii. The flare peaked at 5:54 p.m. EDT (2154 GMT), marking the first X-class flare from this active sunspot region, which has

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NCBA Bank Mobilizing KES 30B to Help Firms Move to Solar Energy

NCBA Bank Mobilizing KES 30B to Help Firms Move to Solar Energy

NCBA Bank is mobilizing at least KES 30 billion to invest in sustainable finance by 2030. Through its Change the Story initiative, which was launched in 2023, NCBA aims to help its over 60 million customers transition to low-carbon pathways and meet their net zero goals. In partnership with solar tech firm Ofgen Africa, with

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FG to ban on solar panel imports, reveals alternative source of solar panel for Nigerians

FG to ban on solar panel imports, reveals alternative source of solar panel for Nigerians

Despite contrary suggestions, the federal government has maintained its stance on banning the importation of solar panels into Nigeria Solar panels have emerged as a viable alternative for Nigerians, addressing the challenges posed by the country’s erratic power supply But the federal government has shared an alternative plan to solar panel imports, urging Nigerians to

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Solar batteries are about to get cheaper. But some existing solar panel users are sceptical

Solar batteries are about to get cheaper. But some existing solar panel users are sceptical

Homeowners hoping to reduce their power bills by installing solar panels are now considering whether new discounts for solar batteries will be worth it. From 1 July, the federal government’s Cheaper Home Batteries Program will provide a 30 per cent discount on the upfront cost of installing eligible small-scale battery systems. But homeowners like Victorian

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Neoen Australia begins commissioning 440MW solar PV plant in New South Wales

Neoen Australia begins commissioning 440MW solar PV plant in New South Wales

Latest Features , Editors’ Blog , Long Reads Features , Guest Blog , Long Reads Features , Interviews , Long Reads The 440MW Culcairn solar PV plant (pictured) is Neoen Australia’s second-largest plant. Image: Neoen Australia (via LinkedIn). French independent power producer (IPP) Neoen Australia has confirmed that its 440MW Culcairn solar PV power plant in

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25 years to go: shifting the focus from solar growth towards successful operations

25 years to go: shifting the focus from solar growth towards successful operations

As PV capacity has grown, so have instances of plant underperformance. Source: SEIA Solar Market Insight Report Q4 2024, Raptor Maps 2025 Global Solar Report. The rise in underperformance has come as a result of new challenges emerging as the industry scales. As the global installed capacity of solar increases, the industry is also building

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New Crypto Coins Analysis: Bitcoin Solaris Mobile Mining App Allows Anyone to Mine from Their Phone, Unlike Bitcoin’s $15,000 Equipment

New Crypto Coins Analysis: Bitcoin Solaris Mobile Mining App Allows Anyone to Mine from Their Phone, Unlike Bitcoin’s $15,000 Equipment

For years, Bitcoin mining has been a game for the wealthy. As ASIC machines skyrocketed in price, the average person was locked out of the rewards. Today, a competitive Bitcoin mining setup can cost $15,000 or more—just for the hardware. But in 2025, a quiet revolution is underway. Enter Bitcoin Solaris (BTC-S): a next-generation blockchain

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