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The Sydney Theatre Company, through a combination of public and private funding, is to embark on a extensive program of energy and water saving through initiatives including the installation of 2000 solar panels.
This is a great initiative, but when will the Government really get serious about solar and provide some incentive for businesses large and small to introduce similar measures.
Mike Dennis from the ANU is developing a solar powered heating and cooling system not only reducing peak power demand but helping to reduce greenhouse gases as well.
Brilliant innovation and really look forward to this becoming a commercial reality.
Energy Matters are a leading supplier of renewable energy solutions with a focus on wind and solar power.
Here they give a great insight on what to watch out for if you are thinking of installing solar power in your home, school or business.
Surely here in Australia with the abundance of sunlight and space the most practical energy solution is Solar.
Australian’s have always been at the forefront of solar innovation yet we need to ensure this becomes commercially viable and that our skills are not necessarily lost overseas through lack of local investment.
New technologies are constantly being trialled which will hopefully ensure solar becomes a cost efficient alternative to emissions intensive coal powered electricity.
Below are a number of links showing some recent Solar developments.
New 10m Solar Plant for NSW trialling new technology
EXlites Australia - Solar Powered HID and LED Lighting
Solar Innovation Powers Remote Communities
Germany’s Solar Innovation - Renting Rooftops
Whilst arguably the most obvious form of reneweable energy solar power has always been somewhat restricted by its relatively high cost.
Global manufacturer Akeena Solar are developing solar panel systems it says can reduce the cost of designing and installing solar power systems by 25%.
