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The most buzz-worthy solar/renewable industry news from the past week.
- The Sydney Opera House announced it was going ‘carbon neutral’ — five years ahead of schedule. The world-famous landmark has invested “easily $10 million and probably more” towards achieving the impressive milestone.
Read the full article at Finfeed
- Researchers at Western Australia’s Curtin University have developed a low-cost and environmentally friendly method to capture solar power and produce clean fuels such as hydrogen.
Read the full article at PV Magazine
- Four years ago a viral campaign wooed the world with a promise of fighting climate change and jump-starting the economy by replacing tarmac on the world’s roads with solar panels. The first results from preliminary studies have recently come out.
Read the full article at PV Magazine
- Preparation works on Australia's biggest solar project to date has commenced near the town of Balranald, New South Wales. Full commercial operation is expected by the middle of 2020.
- Scientists have harnessed the abilities of both a solar cell and a battery in one device -- a 'solar flow battery' that soaks up sunlight and efficiently stores it as chemical energy for later on-demand use.
Read the full article at Science Daily
What's Happening
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1 October: Labour Day 1 October: World Habitat Day 2018 Theme: Municipal Solid Waste Management The purpose of World Habitat Day is to reflect on the state of our towns and cities, and on the basic right of all to adequate shelter. It is also intended to remind the world that we all have the power and the responsibility to shape the future of our cities and towns. Learn more about this event here 5 October: National Walk To Work Day Now in its 20th year, Walk to Work Day, on Friday 5 October 2018, helps employers and employees build regular walking into their daily routine and, at the same time, support a worthwhile cause. This year, the event continues to support Diabetes Australia. Learn more here |
