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Friday, September 13

Renewable thermal solution provides green alternative for gas-hungry industries

A novel blend of old and new technology is helping Australian researchers combine renewable energy and low-cost thermal storage to deliver heat for industrial processes.

Car mirror technology to streamline solar energy production

Technology used to develop the world’s first fully plastic automotive mirror is being adapted in South Australia to make solar energy generation more efficient.

The University of Adelaide's AUSRT car prepares for Sunday's start in Darwin.

World Solar Challenge is an adventure in engineering and endurance

One of the world’s greatest engineering adventures begins this weekend when more than 40 solar cars brave the Australian Outback on a 3000-kilometre journey from Darwin to Adelaide, South Australia.