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Enviroment Network Weekly (ENW) E-News – September 24, 2025

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Federal Government announces Australia’s new national emissions reduction target

The Federal Government has announced a new national emissions reduction target of 62–70% below 2005 levels by 2035, marking the next major step toward net zero […]

Australia’s first National Climate Risk Assessment and National Adaptation Plan: Released

The Federal Department of Climate Change, Energy, Environment and Water (DCCEEW) has announced the release of Australia’s first National Climate Risk Assessment and the accompanying National […]

Q2 Quarterly Carbon Market Report released

The Clean Energy Regulator (CER) has released its Q2 Quarterly Carbon Market Report (QCMR), that provides insights and analysis on Australia’s carbon markets and associated programs. […]

Temporarily reducing fees and levies for Offshore wind industry

The Federal Department of Climate Change, Energy, Environment and Water (DCCEEW) has announced temporary financial relief measures designed to accelerate Australia’s emerging offshore wind industry by […]

FUNDING OPPORTUNITY: New incentive for production of low carbon liquid fuels

The Federal Government has announced a new grant initiative, the Cleaner Fuels Program, to provide funding to Australian-based low carbon liquid fuels (LCLF) producers. It is […]

Introducing minimum energy performance standards for commercial ice makers

The Federal Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) has announced that Australia will be introducing Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) for commercial ice makers […]

$40M to expand Australia’s public electric vehicle (EV) charging network announced

The Federal Government has announced $40 million to expand the Australia’s public electric vehicle (EV) charging network, with a focus on kerbside and fast-charging locations across […]

Rebate to support automotive dealers and EV repairers

The Federal Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) has announced that applications are now open for Round 2 of the DRIVEN Charger […]

Enforcement for illegal tyre exporter

The Federal Department of Climate Change, Energy, Environment and Water (DCCEEW) has advised that the Australian Government has been successful in stopping an illegal export of […]

Updated Environmental Risk Management and Monitoring Program Guidance: Comment sought

EPA Victoria is inviting feedback on its updated Risk Management and Monitoring Program (RMMP) guidance, which all EPA licence holders must follow to identify environmental risks […]

New report highlights Climate challenges for Victoria’s Water Future

A new water report has been released, Victoria’s Water Resources under a Changing Climate, that sheds light on Victoria’s shifting climate and its impacts on water […]

New water security plan targets future supply for Melbourne and Geelong

Victoria’s new Water Security Plan outlines a roadmap to secure future water supplies for Melbourne, Geelong and surrounding regions amid rising demand and climate change. With […]

Victoria’s Largest Battery Storage Project Approved

The Victorian Government has approved Victoria’s largest battery storage project, a one-gigawatt facility at Pacific Green’s Portland Energy Park that is expected to deliver renewable energy […]

Victoria trials innovative greywater recycling technology

Barwon Water is leading a Victorian-first trial of an innovative greywater recycling system, that aims to significantly reduce water consumption inside buildings.  The Victorian Advanced Greywater […]

Waste company cops fine for illegal dumping of Hand Sanitiser on Gippsland rural property

EPA Victoria has uncovered the illegal dumping of 370,000 litres of expired hand sanitiser on a rural property in Gippsland’s Wellington Shire. The investigation began with […]

Geelong Developer Fined for Illegal Waste Disposal

A Geelong developer has been ordered to pay $75,000 to fund local environmental projects after illegally dumping of 148 tonnes of industrial waste at a Geelong […]

New appointment for DEECA Secretary

On 23 September 2025, the Victorian Government appointed Kate Houghton PSM as the new Secretary of the Victorian Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA). […]

New Climate Change Licensee Requirements: Comment sought

NSW EPA is seeking feedback on its proposed requirements for NSW’s large greenhouse gas emitters. NSW EPA is introducing new requirements for licence holders who emit […]

NSW EPA: Food Waste Separation required for Businesses from 1 July 2026

NSW EPA has announced new laws requiring businesses and institutions that sell or handle food such as supermarkets, cafes, schools and hotels to separate food waste […]

New PFAS Guidelines for Drinking Water: Released

On 25 June 2025, the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) released updated Australian Drinking Water Guidelines, introducing lower recommended values for PFAS (per- and […]

FUNDING OPPORTUNITY: NSW Councils encouraged to apply for FOGO Funding

Councils across NSW are being urged to apply for Round 5 of the Go FOGO program, with $26 million in funding now available to help expand […]

e-Batteries – new Recycling trial offers safe solution to reduce fire risk

From e-scooters and smartwatches to vapes and electric toothbrushes, lithium-ion battery-powered gadgets are everywhere – around businesses and homes. While these devices contain valuable materials that […]

Forest Wind Farm Development Act repealed

The QLD Government has repealed the Forest Wind Farm Development Act 2020, effectively cancelling the proposed 266-turbine Forest Wind Project — previously one of the state’s […]

QLD’s Climate Adaptation Strategy

The QLD Government is taking action to prepare for the impacts of climate change through its QLD Climate Adaptation Strategy (Q-CAS) 2017–2030, currently under review. This […]

EPA SA looks ahead with 30-Year Strategy: Comment sought

EPA SA is seeking input as it develops a landmark 30-Year Strategy to guide its role as the state’s independent environmental regulator through to 2055. As […]

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