29 04, 2025

Benefits of onshore vs offshore wind power

By Julian Stoddart|2025-04-29T12:18:10+00:00April 29, 2025|Offshore wind, Renewables, Wind Energy|0 Comments

Australia’s energy landscape has undergone significant changes, with renewable energy sources playing an increasing role in electricity generation. In 2023, renewable energy accounted for 35% of the country’s total electricity production, the highest share on record. This included contributions from solar (16%), wind (12%), and hydroelectric power (6%). The expansion of renewable energy has been influenced by investments and government policies aimed at diversifying energy sources and improving grid resilience. Wind energy has become a key component of Australia’s energy [...]

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16 03, 2025

How to source information about renewable energy

By Julian Stoddart|2025-04-19T17:08:34+00:00March 16, 2025|Climate Change, Renewables|Comments Off on How to source information about renewable energy

Accurate and up-to-date information on renewable energy in Australia is crucial for informed decision-making across various sectors. For individuals, such information guides personal choices regarding energy consumption, investment in renewable technologies, and participation in sustainability initiatives. Businesses rely on current data to navigate the evolving energy landscape, ensuring compliance with regulations and identifying opportunities for innovation. Policymakers depend on reliable information to craft effective energy policies that balance environmental goals with economic growth. ​ Sourcing credible information is essential to [...]

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6 03, 2025

Offshore wind in Australia: Busting myths about wind turbines

By Vicky Veiga|2025-03-06T10:07:51+00:00March 6, 2025|Offshore wind, Renewables|Comments Off on Offshore wind in Australia: Busting myths about wind turbines

Offshore wind energy is poised to become a significant contributor to Australia's renewable energy portfolio. The nation boasts an estimated technical wind resource capacity exceeding 4,000 gigawatts (GW), far surpassing current energy demands. Recognising this potential, the Australian government has designated six offshore wind zones, including Illawarra, Hunter, and Gippsland. If fully developed, these zones could contribute up to 75.4 GW of capacity – more than doubling the country's existing installed generation of 62.1 GW. Despite the promise of offshore wind, [...]

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16 02, 2025

The impact of offshore wind on marine life

By Julian Stoddart|2025-04-16T09:23:18+00:00February 16, 2025|Offshore wind, Renewables|Comments Off on The impact of offshore wind on marine life

Australia is at a key stage in its evolving energy landscape, with offshore wind turbines being explored as a potential contributor to electricity generation and emissions reduction efforts. As the energy sector shifts, offshore wind in Australia presents an option for large-scale power production that could support energy security and diversify the energy mix. With nearly 34,000 kilometers of coastline and an estimated offshore wind potential of 4,963 gigawatts (GW), Australia has significant resources to develop this sector. This capacity [...]

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19 01, 2025

The economic impacts of offshore wind farms

By Julian Stoddart|2025-04-19T17:21:01+00:00January 19, 2025|Offshore wind, Renewables, Uncategorized|Comments Off on The economic impacts of offshore wind farms

Offshore wind farms are becoming an increasingly prominent part of Australia’s evolving energy landscape. These projects involve generating electricity from wind turbines positioned in ocean environments, with power transmitted to shore through underwater cables. Australia’s extensive coastline and wind conditions, particularly in areas like the Bass Strait, have contributed to growing interest in this form of energy generation. Globally, investment in offshore wind has been increasing, reflecting a broader shift in energy development. Australia is exploring its offshore wind potential, [...]

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15 05, 2023

Renewable Gas in Australia: A Risk to Net Zero?

By Evelyn Smail|2023-07-10T14:26:28+00:00May 15, 2023|Natural Gas, Renewables|Comments Off on Renewable Gas in Australia: A Risk to Net Zero?

Renewable gas has a unique role to play in advancing net zero, and Australia is investing in its future. However, as this fuel has many limitations and dangers, its application must be considered carefully for meaningful action on climate. Is renewable gas cleaner than natural gas? Renewable gas is a fuel produced from organic matter, primarily agricultural and food waste and landfill gas. Unlike fossil natural gas, renewable gas is "renewable" in the sense that human activity will keep producing [...]

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1 05, 2023

What Is Green Hydrogen Used For?

By Evelyn Smail|2023-07-14T08:53:10+00:00May 1, 2023|Renewables|Comments Off on What Is Green Hydrogen Used For?

Green hydrogen is a form of renewable energy and an essential component of the clean energy transition. Unlike natural methane gas, when industries burn it or use it in a fuel cell, there are no direct greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The only by-product is water. Hydrogen is particularly useful for 'hard-to-decarbonise' sectors, like heavy industry, chemicals, shipping and aviation. This means it is valuable for reaching truly zero-emissions economies. Advantages of green hydrogen Hydrogen is the simplest and smallest element [...]

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13 04, 2023

Why Renewable Gas is Not a Climate Solution

By Evelyn Smail|2023-07-10T14:27:59+00:00April 13, 2023|Natural Gas, Renewables|Comments Off on Why Renewable Gas is Not a Climate Solution

Renewable gas, also known as biomethane, is produced by the fermentation of organic matter, such as agriculture and food waste. It can be burnt for energy, much like natural gas, and can be a lower carbon option than this fossil fuel alternative.  However, just because a fuel is 'renewable', it does not mean that it is clean or emission-free. Renewable gas is highly processed and contains at least 90 per cent methane. This climate-heating greenhouse gas (GHG) is far more damaging to [...]

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7 12, 2022

What Is Photovoltaic Technology?

By J Wisniewski|2023-07-14T08:53:40+00:00December 7, 2022|Solar Energy|Comments Off on What Is Photovoltaic Technology?

Photovoltaic technology is key to a more sustainable world. That is because any amount of electricity produced by solar power that replaces coal or gas-fired electricity reduces greenhouse gas emissions. Does photovoltaic technology require solar cells? A solar cell is integral to photovoltaic technology. It allows us to convert sunlight into electricity. The photovoltaic effect is the process of converting light, also called photons, to electricity, also known as voltage. This is why solar cells are also known as photovoltaic [...]

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6 10, 2022

What Are Biofuels and How Can They Be Used?

By Evelyn Smail|2023-07-10T14:46:01+00:00October 6, 2022|Greenhouse Gases, Renewables|Comments Off on What Are Biofuels and How Can They Be Used?

Biofuels are fuels produced from organic materials or biomass. They are often promoted as a lower-carbon alternative to fossil fuels. Most biofuels today are used for transportation, as they can replace fuel in cars, trucks, aviation and shipping. Using biofuel in the automotive industry is nothing new. Many early vehicles in the United States were powered by corn-based ethanol. Rudolph Diesel even used peanut oil to test his first engine. Biofuels can be made from any biological material, though plant materials and animal waste are most commonly [...]

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