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Growing EV popularity is leading to queues at fast chargers. Could a kerbside charger network help?

For millions of Australians without off-street parking, charging is a obstacle to shifting to an electric vehicle. Kerbside chargers could help.

Apr 08, 2026

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New global model reveals hidden UV risk for next-generation solar panels

A new global study has revealed that ultraviolet (UV) radiation may be quietly shortening the lifespan of next-generation solar panels by up to 10 years — and current industry testing standards may not fully reflect real-world conditions.

Apr 07, 2026

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New ‘negative light’ technology hides data transfers in plain sight

Researchers have developed a ‘negative luminescence’ system to create an innovative way of sending hidden information.

Mar 09, 2026

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New method helps explain how solar cells can repair themselves… using sunlight

UNSW researchers have devised a process that identifies exactly how solar cells are damaged by ultraviolet radiation – and what happens when they naturally recover thanks to the sun.

Jan 27, 2026

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Renewable energy engineering

Renewable energy engineers explore ways to make the best use of renewable energy technologies like solar, wind, biomass, smart grids and photovoltaics, which is the use and manufacture of solar cells to power virtually anything electrical.

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SPREE (for High schools)

SPREE offers a range of free teaching materials to highschool teachers and students years 10-12 who are interested in pursuing an exciting future in solar PV and renewable energy engineering, all available to download.