Thursday 20th November, 2014
It seems to be a trademark of so many films set in the future to include beautifully minimal cityscapes, filled with people dressed in polyester and of course, the inevitable whooshing sound of electric vehicles effortlessly passing by.
This classic futuristic scene usually assumes that electricity is the energy of choice, and sourced completely from renewables thank you very much.
Whilst some of...
Wednesday 5th November, 2014
Solar Power Wangaratta has a new home, with the official opening of the Solargain Wangaratta network distribution centre.
After months of careful research and planning, Solargain’s latest location is set to offer residents in Wangaratta solar power and solar panel options and service like never before.
Aside from servicing the needs of locals from Wangaratta seeking solar power, the new...
Monday 27th October, 2014
The Clean Energy Council (CEC) recently released a paper outlining five innovative ideas that could help generate more than 2000 jobs in Victoria.
Titled, Quick Clean Energy Jobs For Victoria – the paper explores how a raft of jobs in clean energy sectors like solar power and solar hot water could be added quickly by making a number of simple tweaks to policy.
These measures, according to the CEC...
Tuesday 21st October, 2014
For the first time ever, customers installing Solargain’s super-efficient hot water systems can now proclaim ‘I got it at Kambo’s!’
We’re thrilled to announce our new partnership with Kambo’s – one of Western Australia’s most trusted and leading retailers in household consumer appliances.
As of October 2014, you’ll now be able to find our cutting-edge range of hot water systems in the...
Wednesday 8th October, 2014
James Cameron, it seems, doesn’t do anything by halves.
This is reflected not only in his impressive career, but in his personal pursuits as well.
From directing the two biggest box office films of all time, to holding the record as the first person to reach the bottom of the Mariana Trench – the deepest part of the ocean – on his own, Cameron lives life on a large scale.
But back to his role in...
Monday 22nd September, 2014
Can you imagine a solar power iPhone capable of sustaining itself purely using the energy from the sun?
It’s a concept that’s not as far-fetched as you may think.
By the way, when we say solar power iPhone, we don’t mean a regular iPhone with roof panels stuck on the back.
Instead, teams of scientists around the world are experiencing breakthroughs in ‘invisible’ solar power technology and Apple...
Tuesday 9th September, 2014
The Australian Government has received the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change Fifth Assessment (Draft) Report – along with 194 other IPCC member countries.
The leading international body for climate change assessment, the IPCC was originally established by the United Nations Environment Programme and the World Meteorological Organisation. The Council, which continues to be backed by the UN...
Wednesday 27th August, 2014
The winter freeze has just about come to an end and now that spring is upon us, there’s (almost) no excuse to roll up your sleeves and get busy around your home.
Here are 5 ways to blow off the dust of winter and prepare your place for spring and the warmer months!
1. Breathe Easy With Clean Air
Now that the weather is heating up, chances are you’ll soon be reaching for the remote of your air-...
Monday 18th August, 2014
(The above photo courtesy of the Daily Telegraph)
Innovation in solar power technology seems to be constant, with fantastic new ideas and devices challenging the way we use the sun’s infinite energy in our daily lives.
While we’re often hearing about international solar energy breakthroughs, a young Australian has captured attention with new technology that has plenty of potential.
Joseph Giorgio...
Thursday 7th August, 2014
Recurrent Energy, one of the largest solar power plant developers from the US, has recently announced the closure of its Australian office, citing uncertainty over the Renewable Energy Target (RET) as a major factor in their decision.
‘Recurrent is slowing down their investment in the Australian market pending the outcome of RET and will manage it from [the] USA’ said Colin Liebmann, Recurrent...