Author: Power Technology

  • Australia introduces Guarantee of Origin scheme for clean energy exports

    The Australian Government has introduced the Guarantee of Origin (GO) scheme, a voluntary framework to support businesses and exporters in tapping into the demand for renewable electricity. The scheme aims to provide emissions accounting and certification of renewable electricity for products, offering transparency for consumers and access to low-emissions markets for Australian producers. The Clean Energy Regulator will administer the scheme, certifying emissions of products like hydrogen and green metals, as well as renewable electricity, providing regulatory certainty for businesses and investors to increase Australia's share in the global clean energy market. Additionally, initiatives such as the Hydrogen HeadStart program, Hydrogen Production Tax Incentive, and Green Aluminium Production Credit are being launched to support the energy transition, showcasing how products are made and their life cycle emissions to compete in a decarbonizing global economy and attract investment in Australia.

    https://www.power-technology.com/news/australia-introduces-guarantee-of-origin-scheme/

  • Wärtsilä to provide DC-coupled energy storage system in Australia

    Wärtsilä is working on a project in Australia to provide a large energy storage system that will help the country reach its net-zero emissions target by 2045. The system, expected to be operational by 2028, will power up to 120,000 homes and businesses by integrating solar generation with battery storage to minimize energy losses and enhance grid stability. Wärtsilä's advanced control technology will be crucial in overseeing the integration of the energy storage system and solar assets with the grid's connection requirements, showcasing a promising step towards sustainable energy solutions.

    https://www.power-technology.com/news/wartsila-dc-coupled-energy-storage/