Australian states, territories and capital cities
Australia is home to six states, two territories and eight capital cities. Discover what makes each corner of Australia so special.
Discover Key Facts About Australia
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Solar energy
If all existing buildings were to be optimally improved in terms of energy efficiency, it would be possible to meet the heating requirements of all Switzerland''s households through the use of solar collectors.
How Switzerland plans to integrate 40 GW of solar by 2050
Swiss national grid company Swissgrid teamed up with a group of Swiss energy expects to publish a white paper covering how Switzerland can integrate up to 40 GW of solar by 2050 while
Australia''s Lifestyle and Culture
Australia''s history influences its lifestyle today, and Australia''s first and oldest stories belong to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Their diverse languages and philosophies form the
Solar power in Switzerland
In 2022, Switzerland''s federal parliament revised the Energy Act to streamline the authorization process for new solar installations, aligning with the nation''s
Best Things to Do in Australia (Mountains, Beaches & More)
Looking for the best things to do in Australia? Discover some of the endless exciting experiences Australia has to offer - there''s nothing like a holiday in Australia.
Official Tourism Australia Corporate Website
Explore Tourism Australia''s corporate website which provides news and resources for tourism businesses and international media.
Places to visit in Australia
Find the best places to visit in Australia. From cities, beaches and The Outback, Australia offers a unique selection of wildlife and cultural experiences to explore.
Travel to Australia
Looking for travel inspiration? Discover Australia''s sparkling beaches, friendly wildlife and natural wonders. There''s never been a better time to travel to Australia, so come and say g''day!
History of Australia
Uncover the people, places and events that have shaped Australia''s extraordinary history; from the first inhabitants to World Heritage sites and modern culture.
National Survey Report of PV Power Applications in Switzerland
Unlike other renewable energies, particularly wind power, photovoltaics is well accepted in Switzerland. This is particularly true for installations on roofs or other infrastructure (dams, motorway barriers, etc.).
Cunderdin Solar and Battery Hybrid | State of Energy | Western
Discover how the Cunderdin Solar–Battery Hybrid project delivers 128 MW of solar and 55 MW of storage to support the SWIS with clean, reliable energy for WA.
10 Australian destinations you can''t miss
There are thousands of incredible places to visit in Australia. Discover our top ten tourist destinations that you simply cannot miss.
SWIS Engineering Roadmap
The coming decade will see Western Australia''s major power system – the SWIS – move rapidly away from its traditional dependency on coal-fired generation to firmed renewables.
Explore Australia by map
Discover Australia''s incredible destinations, unique attractions and top dining spots with this interactive map. Plan your trip to Australia today.
Western Power starts works to improve SWIS capacity
Western Power has begun an extensive package of work designed to expand the capacity of the South West Interconnected Network (SWIS) to
Swiss Alpine solar farms show promise – and limits
Amid concerns over the climate crisis and energy supplies, the Swiss parliament approved legislation in 2022 to simplify and speed up the construction of large solar farms in high
Australia: Western Power offers 759MW of renewables and BESS
The 120MW project is set to be developed in two stages; the first will include the 120MW solar PV power plant coupled with an 80MW/360MWh DC-coupled BESS.
Solar power in Australia
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Solar power is a major contributor to electricity supply in Australia. As of June 2025, Australia''s over 4.16 million solar PV installations had a combined capacity of 41.8 GW photovoltaic (PV) solar power. Solar accounted for 19.6% (or 46.7 TWh) of Australia''s electrical energy production in the National Electricity Market and South West Interconnected System in 2024.