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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.

Authorities want emergency powers to reduce output when excess solar energy threatens to overload the system.

Kepco bought up large swathes of the New South Wales Bylong Valley with plans to build a coal mine. The mine was knocked back years ago, but the company still isn't saying what comes next.

Households are handing over control of their solar systems in exchange for equipment. Experts believe virtual power plants could play a vital part in our future energy system as the grid struggles to cope with excess solar.

Kepco bought up large swathes of the New South Wales Bylong Valley with plans to build a coal mine. The mine was knocked back years ago, but the company still isn't saying what comes next.

WA Labor has been talking up the clean energy transition ahead of the state election. But industry experts say a lack of transmission and generation is slowing progress.

WA Labor has been talking up the clean energy transition ahead of the state election. But industry experts say a lack of transmission and generation is slowing progress.

WA Labor has been talking up the clean energy transition ahead of the state election. But industry experts say a lack of transmission and generation is slowing progress.

Hunter landowners in the path of transmission lines are angry about their treatment after their homes and land were deemed crucial to Australia's energy needs.

Hunter landowners in the path of transmission lines say they are living through the "most stressful experience" of their lives with their homes and land deemed crucial to Australia's energy needs.

Post-modern temples to the Sun God By Jo Nova It was supposed to last 50 years... The PR writers want us to believe the legendary Ivanpah has been beaten out by better cheap solar, and that this is somehow a “success”....

As the wet season approaches, two outback stations that usually face failing fridges and whopping power bills have installed solar power to save food and money...

Increasing solar power is reshaping the national energy grid, with wholesale prices plummeting during the day but spiking during the night.

After seeing the success of solar power onsite, the Dugald River zinc mine is now looking to harness the power of wind in a "first" for Queensland. The company wants to become carbon neutral by 2050.

An energy-efficient home can save you thousands of dollars in power bills each year, but the initial outlay for solar or batteries is expensive. Luckily, there are a few ways to pay for it.

An energy-efficient home can save you thousands of dollars in power bills each year, but the initial outlay for solar or batteries is expensive. Luckily, there are a few ways to pay for it.

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..