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Renew gives presentation on the role of hydrogen
View a presentation by Oliver Yates (former CEO of the CEFC) and Renew's Andrew Reddaway
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Hydrogen: help or hype?
As we transition to a low-carbon energy system, which uses of hydrogen are realistic and which are hype? Renew explores.
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Energy supply and severe weather
Renew is exploring the role of household and local energy systems in creating more resilience in the face of climate change.
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Advocacy
Zero-emissions plan launched
The Z-Net Community Transition Plan aims to turn the Hepburn Shire in central Victoria into a model zero-net emissions community.
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The fairness of rooftop solar
The Total Environment Centre and Renew have collaborated on a report on the equity implications of rooftop solar.
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News
High grid voltage and solar
The solar power boom has been linked to voltage problems in the electricity network. Renew looks at the issue.
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All-electric solar homes save thousands over gas: report
New homes that are all-electric and have solar power will save their owners thousands of dollars according to a new report by Renew.
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100 percent renewable energy by 2030
Australia can have an electricity grid entirely run by renewable energy by 2030, according to a new research paper by Renew.
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Rooftop DC isolators and solar system fires
Renew commissioned students from the Worcester Polytechnic Institute in Massachusetts, USA, to do a study on rooftop solar-related fires in Australia and internationally.
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Bigger solar is better: report
When choosing a grid-connected solar system for your home, what size should it be? The Alternative Technology Association (ATA) has traditionally advised people to consider this carefully based on their household’s electricity consumption. Now, however, the ATA recommends a big solar system, even if consumption is low.
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100 per cent renewable grid possible
A fully renewable electricity grid would provide long-term economic, climate and social benefits for Australia, according to a discussion paper by Renew.
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Grid-connected batteries attractive by 2020
A report by Renew says grid-connected battery storage should become economically attractive for many homes from around 2020.
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