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Can we export the power of the sun?

Ideally, where would you locate one of the world’s largest renewable energy systems? If you thought of the Northern Territory, give yourself an elephant stamp! Not only is there plenty of space and consistent sunshine almost all year round, but the proximity to the massive population of South East Asia makes a very large project... Read More

Still work to be done to secure our energy future

Being a small energy retailer, we don’t have the influence we’d like. Instead, we sometimes have to sit on the sidelines and watch as things unfold. Most Aussies don’t spend much time thinking about the way the energy market operates. They just plug in a toaster and expect it to work. However, behind the scenes,... Read More

Best Value Energy Plans: GloBird’s Commitment

When we started GloBird Energy a few years ago, we were determined to make an impact on energy retailing, if only by creating a more competitive environment. We wanted to offer the best value possible for as many people as we could, knowing that was the best way to keep all our competitors – even... Read More

What the Victorian Energy-Saving Package Means

Energy efficiency is a key pillar of an $800 million commitment by the Victorian Government in the 2020/21 State Budget. While the Government’s announcement was titled “Helping Victorians Pay Their Power Bills”, the home energy-saving package is far more extensive than that. There is a real focus on helping low-income earners, a clear push to... Read More

Everything you need to know about Victoria’s Big Battery

You might have already heard the news: the largest battery in the southern hemisphere is coming to Victoria. It’s part of the Victorian Government’s concerted push to transition to renewable energy, something that appears to have been accelerated by a desire to stimulate the state’s economy post-COVID. So, what’s in the works? About the battery ... Read More

Federal Government’s Energy Plans for Australia

The Federal Government has made a lot of announcements over the past few months. It’s had to, given the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and the impact it’s been having on people, livelihoods, businesses, and the broader economy. Not surprisingly, we’ve been particularly interested in announcements regarding the energy sector, most of which have been... Read More