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We explain how solar power works and how it can be used to provide clean renewable power.

Establish the facts around solar power. This article explains the pros and cons of having a solar power system for your home, and how to work out the costs.

The Sun's Energy can be used in way different ways, we look at the various options available.

Solar Power systems installed at the home or office can reduce environmental impact. How solar panel systems work is described and how you and the environment benefit.

Australia's road freight is set to become the nation's largest source of emissions by 2030, but a NSW trial aims to show electric heavy trucks can cut carbon.

Going off the electricity grid has been transformative for Mudgee's Lowe Wines, which had been struggling with high power bills and supply shortages for years.

Australia's renewable energy push has resulted in a surge in household solar power. But what does that mean for private solar farms?

The two great technology revolutions of the modern era — artificial intelligence and renewable energy — are colliding.

The two great technology revolutions of the modern era — artificial intelligence and renewable energy — are colliding.

Touted as a model for the energy transition, a "quick and easy" high-voltage powerline project linking South Australia directly to New South Wales is running dramatically over time and over budget.

Touted as a model for the energy transition, a "quick and easy" high-voltage powerline project linking South Australia directly to New South Wales is running dramatically over time and over budget.

Property owners in the path of a proposed new route for the New England renewable energy zone corridor fear their land values will plummet.

The owner of a huge solar farm in outback Queensland hits the kill switch after almost a decade, saying his contract with Ergon Energy was unfair.

As the US slashes incentives for solar, wind and electric vehicles, China is accelerating its energy transition. Alan Kohler explains.

VicGrid is cracking down on cowboys in the renewable energy sector, demanding that developers behave better or be refused access to the network.

The Ford F150 Lightning is being touted as the first viable EV for farm work, but it comes with a hefty price tag.

The Ford F150 Lightning is being touted as the first viable EV for farm work, but it comes with a hefty price tag.

BHP has dumped plans for major renewable energy projects in the Pilbara, prompting concern the miner is backing away from emissions reduction goals.

Tasmania's energy saver loan scheme gave households and small businesses a chance to obtain interest-free finance for rooftop solar and other energy efficiency measures...

Solar panel and system installers specialize in fitting solar systems and making sure you get the right system for your needs.

Solar Power is an important way of producing renewable power. You need to make sure you properly size your system and pick a good installer for the job.

This solar panel calculator will, given the Watt rating of a solar panel, its dimensions and number of units calculate the total power you can expect and roof space taken up...

Interactive calculator to help work out the savings from installing a solar power system and when it breaks even. Can factor in Feed in Tariffs, rising electrical bill costs and comparative investment returns.

Interactive Solar Panel Wiring Size Calculator. Makes sure your wiring is the right size for a given distance, power and voltage drop. Works in metric or imperial.

Calculate the power solar panels will generate each season based on latitude or nearest town or city worldwide. Also works out off grid energy savings of going solar powered..