When Professor Martin Green started his solar research in the 1970s, the idea of using solar panels to power our homes was out of this world. 

NASA was developing solar technology to power spacecraft and satellites, but was far too expensive and inefficient for terrestrial applications.

Half a century on, more than three million Australian homes have panels on their rooftops, combining into a force that is transforming the way we use energy.

This week Professor Green joined us this week to share his remarkable story and look to the future of energy, now that solar has officially changed the game.

Read more - https://arena.gov.au/blog/revolutionising-energy-with-australias-solar-superman 

When Professor Martin Green started his solar research in the 1970s, the idea of using solar panels to power our homes was out of this world.&nbsp;
NASA was developing solar technology to power spacecraft and satellites, but was far too expensive and inefficient for terrestrial applications.
Half a century on, more than three million Australian homes have panels on their rooftops, combining into a force that is transforming the way we use energy.
This week Professor Green joined us this week to share his remarkable story and look to the future of energy, now that solar has officially changed the game.
Read more - <a href="https://arena.gov.au/blog/revolutionising-energy-with-australias-solar-superman">https://arena.gov.au/blog/revolutionising-energy-with-australias-solar-superman&nbsp;</a>

Rewired is back for its biggest season yet.

In season four, we will hear how ARENA funding is helping to trial new ways of producing metals like steel and aluminium using renewable energy.

Experts will share progress commercialising technologies like renewable hydrogen and electric vehicles, which are finally achieving long-held potential.

And we will explore how Australia’s riches of wind and solar could unlock opportunities to undertake more energy-intensive processes onshore, creating jobs and wealth.

This is our most ambitious season to date, with twice as many episodes giving us the chance to showcase more of the ways Australia is unlocking a renewable energy future.

Find out more at www.arena.gov.au/blog. 

Rewired is back for its biggest season yet.
In season four, we will hear how ARENA funding is helping to trial new ways of producing metals like steel and aluminium using renewable energy.
Experts will share progress commercialising technologies like renewable hydrogen and electric vehicles, which are finally achieving long-held potential.
And we will explore how Australia&rsquo;s riches of wind and solar could unlock opportunities to undertake more energy-intensive processes onshore, creating jobs and wealth.
This is our most ambitious season to date, with twice as many episodes giving us the chance to showcase more of the ways Australia is unlocking a renewable energy future.
Find out more at <a href="http://www.arena.gov.au/blog">www.arena.gov.au/blog</a>.&nbsp;

Australia is in the midst of an energy revolution and The Innovators wants to take you to the cutting edge of it.  It's a place of hydrogen-producing solar paint, of virtual power plants and energy cryptocurrencies.  It's a place of pure innovation and leadership, sparked by individuals with a renewable energy future in their sights and, often, extraordinary stories of their own to tell.  Yes, between the politics, the market and the consumer, there's a lot of noise distorting the energy debate right now.  We want to cut through that with stories of world-leading technology, bold ideas, the value of persistence and would you believe it, the motivating force of failure.  Hosted by Adam Morton, The Innovators is a six-part series and is the second of the Rewired podcasts powered by ARENA, the Australian Renewable Energy Agency.  Find out more at www.arena.gov.au/blog

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When Professor Martin Green started his solar panel research in the 1970s, the idea of using solar panels to power our homes was out of this world.

Revolutionising energy with Australia’s “solar superman”

As we look back at 10 years since ARENA was first established, we’re speaking with one of the most important names in Australia’s clean energy journey, Ross Garnaut.

Economist Ross Garnaut has many descriptions attached to his name  - emeritus professor at the University of Melbourne and the Australian National University, former economic adviser to Prime Minister Bob Hawke, ambassador to China, author - but there’s one label you may not have heard: “An old dog for a hard road”.

Read more: arena.gov.au/blog/ross-garnauts-renewable-energy-road/

As we look back at 10 years since ARENA was first established, we’re speaking with one of the most important names in Australia’s clean energy journey, Ross Garnaut.
Economist Ross Garnaut has many descriptions attached to his name  - emeritus professor at the University of Melbourne and the Australian National University, former economic adviser to Prime Minister Bob Hawke, ambassador to China, author - but there’s one label you may not have heard: “An old dog for a hard road”.
Read more: <a href="https://arena.gov.au/blog/ross-garnauts-renewable-energy-road/">arena.gov.au/blog/ross-garnauts-renewable-energy-road/</a>

Ross Garnaut's renewables road

Hysata CEO Paul Barrett explains how research undertaken by two Australian universities is helping them produce the world’s most efficient hydrogen electrolysers.

Early in 2022, Australian technology company Hysata announced they had developed a groundbreaking hydrogen electrolyser.

The news made a splash, offering a pathway for emissions free hydrogen to compete with methods of production that rely on fossil fuels.

Read more: https://arena.gov.au/blog/rewired-game-changing-electrolysers-with-hysatas-paul-barrett

Hysata CEO Paul Barrett explains how research undertaken by two Australian universities is helping them produce the world&rsquo;s most efficient hydrogen electrolysers.
Early in 2022, Australian technology company Hysata announced they had developed a groundbreaking hydrogen electrolyser.
The news made a splash, offering a pathway for emissions free hydrogen to compete with methods of production that rely on fossil fuels.
Read more: <a href="https://arena.gov.au/blog/rewired-game-changing-electrolysers-with-hysatas-paul-barrett" data-stringify-link="https://arena.gov.au/blog/rewired-game-changing-electrolysers-with-hysatas-paul-barrett" data-sk="tooltip_parent" data-remove-tab-index="true" aria-describedby="sk-tooltip-6565">https://arena.gov.au/blog/rewired-game-changing-electrolysers-with-hysatas-paul-barrett</a>

Game-changing electrolysers with Hysata’s Paul Barrett

Creative ways of storing energy from the wind and sun will be needed to power the next phase of the energy transition.

This week on ARENA’s podcast Rewired, we speak to Dr Marnie Shaw from the Australian National University about a new wave of community energy projects.

Unlike the small household batteries that are installed behind the meter to soak up rooftop solar power, community batteries can be installed across the distribution network to benefit all households.

Read more: arena.gov.au/blog/stockpiling-solar-power-in-suburban-batteries/

Creative ways of storing energy from the wind and sun will be needed to power the next phase of the energy transition.
This week on ARENA&rsquo;s podcast Rewired, we speak to Dr Marnie Shaw from the Australian National University about a new wave of community energy projects.
Unlike the small household batteries that are installed behind the meter to soak up rooftop solar power, community batteries can be installed across the distribution network to benefit all households.
Read more: <a href="https://arena.gov.au/blog/stockpiling-solar-power-in-suburban-batteries/">arena.gov.au/blog/stockpiling-solar-power-in-suburban-batteries/</a>

Revolutionising energy with Australia’s “solar superman”

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