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Solar Buzz
The most buzz-worthy solar industry news from the past week.
- The National Energy Guarantee won't stop the march of renewable energy and with an intense focus on competition it shouldn't further entrench the market dominance of Big Power.
- Australia's new Washington DC embassy will showcase its Green Star credentials with solar power systems, electric vehicle charging zones, water capture and reuse facilities and more.
- A number of changes have been proposed to reform the way the grid generates and consumes electricity which will remove the barriers ordinary Australians face in selling their power into the grid.
- A team from Western Sydney University has won the American Solar Challenge, making them the first international team to win the 2,800 kilometre race. Check the overall rankings here.
Rally Update!
Team MV Solar was back on the road during the weekend, but it looks like things got tough and the rally ended unhappily for the team.
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What's Happening
National Tree Day -- 30 July National Tree Day is Australia's largest tree-planting and nature care event. Check out the official website and get involved!
P.S If you can’t make it to any of the events near your area, just remember “every day can be Tree Day". |