Australia is leading the world on PV generation, but risks losing its seat at the global solar table

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 03:31:36 +1000

Andrew Pam <xanni [at] glasswings.com.au>

Andrew Pam
<https://reneweconomy.com.au/australia-is-leading-the-world-on-pv-generation-but-risks-losing-its-seat-at-the-global-solar-table/>

"Australia is often celebrated as a global solar success story.

We lead the world in rooftop solar uptake per capita, have some of the highest
levels of distributed PV penetration globally, and are increasingly recognised
for innovation in grid integration, solar buildings, and consumer-led energy
transformation.

But few Australians realise that much of the international benchmarking,
collaboration, and technical knowledge underpinning this reputation comes
through Australia’s long-standing participation in two key programs that is now
at risk.

Its membership of the International Energy Agency’s Photovoltaic Power Systems
Program (IEA PVPS) and Solar Heating and Cooling Program (IEA SHC) are not
symbolic.

The IEA Technology Collaboration Programs are global networks established to
accelerate energy technology research, innovation, and commercialisation
through international cooperation.

They bring together governments, industry, and leading experts from more than
55 countries to collaborate on real-world energy challenges."

Cheers,
       *** Xanni ***
--
mailto:xanni@xanadu.net               Andrew Pam
http://xanadu.com.au/                 Chief Scientist, Xanadu
https://glasswings.com.au/            Partner, Glass Wings
https://sericyb.com.au/               Manager, Serious Cybernetics

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