South Australia records 100pc solar in world first

Australia’s solar power boom sent records tumbling across three states for low demand for grid-based power in the September quarter, including one hour in South Australia where solar power fuelled the entirety of the state’s electricity needs.

The Australian Energy Market Operator reported that South Australia recorded a first for any major jurisdiction globally between midday and 1pm on Sunday October 11 when it was wholly run on solar power. Rooftop solar panels contributed 77 per cent of the total, providing 992 megawatts, while..Read More..

Source : afr