Tag: solar panels
Monash-backed research advances manufacturing of indium-free tandem solar cells
An international research team led in part by Monash University says it has developed a commercially sized tandem solar cell that replaces the scarce metal indium with abundant tin oxide, a manufacturing advance that could support lower-cost production of high-efficiency solar panels.
UNSW study finds up to 20% of solar panels degrade faster than expected
A new study by researchers at UNSW Sydney has found that around 20 per cent of solar panels may degrade far faster than expected, with some potentially lasting only half of their anticipated lifetime.
RE-Alliance urges solar recycling scheme to boost manufacturing, regional jobs
The Renewable Energy Alliance (RE-Alliance) has joined a coalition of 60 organisations calling on the federal government to establish a mandatory recycling scheme for solar panels within the current parliamentary term.
NSW drives national plan to remanufacture and recycle solar panels
New South Wales has taken the lead in advancing a national approach to solar panel reuse and recycling, following an agreement between Commonwealth, state and territory governments to progress work on a product stewardship scheme.
Solar panels to slash energy use at key Visy manufacturing sites
Visy, Australia’s largest integrated recycler and remanufacturer, is taking significant steps to reduce its energy consumption by partnering with two solar energy companies to install solar panels at select facilities across the country.
$50M funding to slash energy costs for small and medium businesses
The Australian Government announced a $50 million investment to provide cheaper finance for solar panels, batteries, and energy-efficient vehicles and equipment.
DECO Australia’s Southwest Sydney facility now powered with solar energy
DECO Australia, a family-owned manufacturer of timber-look aluminium building products, has successfully equipped its manufacturing facility in Minto, Southwest Sydney, with over 950 solar panels.
UNSW study reveals greenhouse gas emissions’ future impact on solar energy production
Researchers from UNSW have revealed that the levels of atmospheric aerosols and greenhouse gas emissions will significantly affect the production of photovoltaic (PV) energy and associated costs.
RMIT University unveils new tool to incorporate solar with building design
A team at RMIT University has developed software that would help architects and engineers incorporate solar systems into the conceptual design of a building.
UNSW Sydney researchers develop solar panel recycling method that can recover valuable silver
Engineers at UNSW Sydney have created a new, more efficient method of recycling solar panels that can efficiently recover silver, the university said in a news release.
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