Oceania

European Energy's First Australian Solar Park Sparks Green Growth
European Energy A/S shines bright in Australia with the construction of a 56-MW solar park, powering 15,000 homes annually with innovative bifacial panels.
Mar 5, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Australia, Oceania, european energy, PV Power Plant
AGL, Someva Renewables Partner for Pottinger Energy Park JV
AGL and Someva Renewables team up for Pottinger Energy Park, a massive renewable energy project in NSW set to revolutionize the energy landscape.
Mar 4, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Storage, Australia, Oceania, PV Power Plant, AGL, Someva Renewables
Neoen's AUD 1.1B Debt Deal Fuels Aussie Renewable Expansion
Neoen SA secures $721 million debt financing for Australian wind, solar, and battery projects, paving the way for ambitious growth goals.
Feb 27, 2024 // Markets & Finance News, Australia, neoen, Oceania
Amazon & Vena Energy Power Up Solar Project in Australia
Amazon and Vena Energy shine bright with new solar project in Queensland, powering 60,000 homes annually. A step towards Amazon's 100% renewable energy goal by 2025.
Feb 22, 2024 // Plants, Commercial, Australia, Amazon, Oceania, Vena Energy, Solar Project
Elgin Energy's Shady Creek Solar Park Gets Green Light
Elgin Energy secures approval for a 60-MW solar project with battery storage in Victoria, Australia, adding to its growing global portfolio of renewable energy projects.
Feb 15, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Australia, Oceania, PV Power Plant, Elgin Energy
Fluence Energy and Atmos Renewables Revolutionize Australia's Renewables Portfolio
Fluence Energy's expanded contract with Atmos Renewables brings enhanced visibility and swift action to optimize Australia's renewable assets, combating curtailment and improving asset management.
Feb 12, 2024 // Plants, Australia, Oceania, Fluence Energy, Atmos Renewables
Ace Power Secures Grid-Connection Approvals for 303 MW of BESS in Australia
ACE Power secures grid-connection approvals for two battery energy storage systems, marking a significant milestone for the company in Australia's renewable energy sector.
Jan 26, 2024 // Storage, Australia, Oceania, BESS, ACE Power
Rio Tinto Partners with European Energy for Australia's Largest Solar Farm
European Energy and Rio Tinto join forces for the Upper Calliope solar project, set to be Australia's largest solar corporate PPA, boosting renewable energy and creating jobs.
Jan 24, 2024 // Plants, Australia, Oceania, PV Power Plant, Rio Tinto
New Zealand's South Island to Harness Solar Power and Agriculture in Lodestone's Three PV Parks
Lodestone Energy secures consent for three solar power plants in New Zealand, combining renewable energy with agriculture for a sustainable future.
Jan 23, 2024 // Plants, New Zealand, Oceania, PV Power Plant
Electrifying Australian Trucks: The Key to Slashing Transport Emissions
New study reveals electric trucks as the top choice for slashing road transport emissions, with potential cuts of 75-85% over their lifespan. Hydrogen trucks lag behind, and their future remains uncertain.
Jan 19, 2024 // Transport, Australia, Oceania, truck
New Push for Aussie Solar: Tindo Pitches $100m Mod Gigafactory
Adelaide-based Tindo unveils plans to build a $90-100 million "gigafactory" in Australia, backed by federal government support. The ambitious project relies on ARENA funding, state initiatives, and the 2022 IRA. With the right support, Australia's last remaining solar panel producer can kick start a domestic upstream supply chain.
Jan 8, 2024 // Manufacturing News, Australia, PV module, Oceania
Solar Project Dismantled: Taxpayer Funds Wasted?
The DeGrussa solar and battery project, funded by ARENA, has been set for dismantling 7 years prior to its expected 25 year lifespan. Despite its premature end, Neoen is optimistic that its components can be repurposed, but questions remain about the financial return on the investment.
Jan 2, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Australia, Oceania, PV Power Plant
Tilt Turns Cornerstone of Latrobe Valley's BESS
Tilt Renewables marks a historic milestone with the launch of Australia's first privately-funded 100-MW/200-MWh BESS in Victoria's Latrobe Valley. The AUD 243 million project is expected to be connected to the grid by 2024 and provide much-needed energy support for peak periods.
Dec 11, 2023 // Storage, Australia, Oceania, Tilt Renewables
Rio Tinto Plans Solar-Battery Park for Queensland Mine
Rio Tinto is set to fuel its bauxite mine in Queensland, Australia with a 12.4-MW solar park and integrated battery. Aiming to reduce diesel power consumption by 37% and carbon footprint by 14,000 tonnes per year, this 18 MW solar facility is due to be switched on by early 2025.
Dec 5, 2023 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Storage, Australia, Oceania, PV Power Plant, Rio Tinto
Acciona Preps 380-MWp Solar Park in Australia
Acciona, a Spanish energy giant, is set to build the 380MW Aldoga solar project in Queensland, Australia, in 2024, creating 350 jobs and providing renewable energy to 185,000 households. Acciona's project will also power the 2.24GW Central Queensland Hydrogen Project, producing green hydrogen for export and local industries.
Dec 4, 2023 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Australia, Oceania, Acciona, PV Power Plant