Byron Bay has taken steps towards renewable energy-powered transport by refurbishing a world-first electric train that runs completely on solar.…
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Innovative renewable energy project takes advantage of Queensland’s natural resources
A century after the heyday of North Queensland’s Kidston gold mine, it is set to yield another precious commodity: a world-first integrated solar and pumped hydro renewable energy hub that will delive…
This photosynthesising wallpaper gives new meaning to the term ‘green energy’
A new development by UK researchers could provide wall-to-wall renewable energy for future homes.…
New superradiant nanodiamonds show a bright future for quantum tech
Australian scientists have, for the first time ever, created a super tiny, super shiny diamond – which is actually a pretty big deal for the future of quantum technology.…
Solar-powered drones: What’s the secret to one startup’s success?
One startups vision of creating solar-powered drones has captured the attention of some big players in the business.…
New solar cells help zero in on energy-efficient buildings
New flexible solar cells made by a team at the University of NSW from non-toxic materials are sparking excited talk about ‘zero-energy’ buildings, which generate as much power as they consume.…
Windows could double as solar power generators in future cities
As we move towards a zero-emissions future, using windows to create solar power gives the construction industry a chance to reduce its carbon footprint.…
These ultra-lightweight solar cells could power your next smartphone
Imagine solar cells so thin, flexible and lightweight they could be placed on almost any material or surface – including your hat, shirt, smartphone, or even on a sheet of paper or a helium balloon.…
Solar roads: The way of the future, or a path to nowhere?
Are solar roads the answer to the world’s energy and environmental woes? How practical and useful is their technology right now? And do they have a future in our sunburnt country?…