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EPC contractor appointments for major solar power stations in QLD and NSW likely by end of year

Proponents for two major solar projects proposed for Queensland and New South Wales expect to fulfil conditions for their projects including EPC contractor arrangements and funding by 2012.

Registrations of interest open for $104 million Kogan Creek Solar Boost Project near Chinchilla

Suppliers, service providers and job seekers can register their interest for $104.

Wind and solar farms to account for $28 billion of investment in large-scale utility projects

The Australian renewable energy industry is expected to benefit from A$36 billion of investment by 2020, according to a recent report.

Construction of Kogan Creek Solar Boost Project near Chinchilla to begin in first half of 2011

State and Federal Government approval of the $104.

NSW Government approves Infigen Suntech's $150m 50 MW Capital Solar Farm near Bungendore

The NSW Government has approved construction of the $150m Capital Solar Farm near Bungendore, strengthening the area’s role as an important renewable energy precinct.

Approval for Infigen Suntech's $300m Nyngan Solar Farm heralds first solar project for NSW

The NSW Government has approved the State’s first commercial solar farm near Nyngan in northwestern NSW.

Seven applicants shortlisted for Round One of $1.5bn Solar Flagships Program, ACCIONA bows out

Seven applicants have submitted full applications under Round 1 of the Australian Government’s $1.

AGL, Parsons Brinckerhoff, Wind Prospect CWP and Transfield in running for solar project funding

The Queensland Government has committed $100 million in funding towards the development of up to two new commercial-scale solar power projects.

Moss Capital launches $100m solar energy fund for solar photovoltaic power installations

The independent Australian advisory and funds management firm, Moss Capital, has launched Australia’s first solar energy fund.

Parsons Brinckerhoff study a roadmap for commercial solar power opportunities in Queensland

A new study indicates Queensland has all the necessary elements to become an international leader in commercial-scale solar power.