Sophie Vorrath, Author at The Driven

Sophie is editor of One Step Off The Grid and deputy editor of its sister site, Renew Economy. Sophie has been writing about clean energy for more than a decade.

Network says it can help make EV charging “equitable, effective and reliable”

The operator of Australia's biggest distributed network is keen to have a role in the roll-out of kerbside EV charging. EV industry groups and consumer advocates disagree.

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Charging

“We’re ready:” Biggest network operator connects its first V2G charging system

The biggest distribution network on the east coast announces successful connection of its first vehicle-to-grid (V2G) charging system.

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“This ship changes the game:” World’s largest all-electric ferry launches in Tasmania

World's largest 100% battery electric ship launches at shipyard in Hobart, headed for service ferrying passengers and vehicles between Argentina and Uruguay.

electric drill platform fortescue pilbara

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Fortescue signs $350m deal to switch diesel drill rigs for electric in pursuit of “real zero”

Andrew Forrest's iron ore giant signs huge deal to buy more than 50 autonomous electric drill rigs to replace existing diesel-powered kit.

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Charging

AGL says cheap overnight EV charging is raking in customers, and shifting demand

AGL Energy says it is capturing a "disproportionate share" of Australia's maturing electric vehicle market, including through its EV Night Saver plan.

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Australian betadine-inspired battery breakthrough could add 1000km to EV range

Household antiseptic ointment used on scraped knees inspires an Australian lithium battery chemistry breakthrough that could deliver 1000km of range for EVs, faster charging and electric flight.

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Batteries on wheels: If Australia really wants smart EVs with V2G, it will have to say so

Australia may no longer be a dumping ground for the world’s most polluting cars, but it will need to get its settings right to avoid being a dumping ground for dumb EVs.

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EV News

Are electric cars good for city driving only? NZ farmer busts another EV myth

Great for people in the city, not great for the people in the country. NZ farmer Mike Casey explains why this view on EVs "couldn't be further from the truth."

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“World’s least surprising news” as Andrew Forrest-linked hydrogen flight hopeful goes bust

US based company promising hydrogen-powered flight - and once touted as a partner to Andrew Forrest - crashes out of contention after failing to secure funds to carry on.

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Another four, publicly funded EV fast charging bays added in Canberra

Two Evie Networks DC fast chargers installed at a shopping centre have added another four public charge points to the ACT's total.

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