The United States will be transfixed by the great American solar eclipse on Monday 21 August, but scientists will be looking at something else – …
US scientists to monitor effect of solar eclipse on commercial photovoltaic panel energy generation
Watch: How Nevada beat the energy lobby to bring affordable solar back
The US state of Nevada was a flourishing area for the development of affordable solar installations, but then the large scale energy providers stepped in …
Tasmania to be 100% energy self-sufficient by 2022
Tasmania is aiming to become totally energy self-sufficient on renewable sources by 2022 to prevent a repeat of the 2015 power crisis. Tasmania currently uses …
Energy self-sufficient Tesla Tiny House on tour in Australia
Tesla Tiny House to visit major Australian cities The energy self-sufficient Tesla Tiny House is currently on tour in Australia to showcase the company’s cutting …
South Australia commissions $650m solar thermal plant
The South Australian government has commissioned a $650 million solar thermal plant which will produce 150 Megawatts of power. Premier Jay Weatherill said the contract …
Grow with Leading Edge’s new services
Leading Edge is growing thanks to our loyal clients. In a world where energy security is anything but secure, we have carved a niche in …
Government reconsiders position on coal power stations
The government is reconsidering its position on high-efficiency low-emission (HELE) coal fired power stations, with Energy Minister Josh Frydenberg saying they have a role to play …
Alphabet X using salt and antifreeze for energy storage
X turns to molten salt and antifreeze for energy storage Molten salt and antifreeze fluid in vats could become the next generation of wind and …
Retailers must notify customers at the end of their deal of other discounted offers before any power plan change
A showdown between Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull and energy chiefs has resulted in agreement to notify customers when before any power plan change. Prior to …
Greens call for electricity bills price cap and regulation
The Green Party has called on the government to introduce an electricity bills price cap and for the market to be regulated in view of …
