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GRANT OPPORTUNITY: Carbon Capture Technologies Program – Stage 1 Opens

The Federal Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) has announced that Grant guidelines for Stage 1 of the Carbon Capture Technologies Program […]

ACCU Scheme Method Development Interim Framework: Released

The Federal Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) has released the Method Development Interim Framework for the Australian Carbon Credit Unit (ACCU) Scheme. […]

ARENA’s White Paper on Ultra Low-Cost Solar (ULCS): Released

The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has launch its white paper on The Incredible Ultra Low-Cost Solar (ULCS)  – how ultra low-cost solar can unlock Australia’s […]

Register of solar water heaters (V.51): Applications open

The Clean Energy Regulator is seeking applications for version 51 of the Register of solar water heaters. The Register of solar water heaters lists all solar and air […]

Independent appointed for review on gateway checks for Human-induced regeneration (HIR) projects

The Clean Energy Regulator (CER) has engaged Assoc. Prof. (Honorary) Cris Brack from the Australian National University to independently review gateway checks for human-induced regeneration (HIR) […]

Climate Change Authority to review potential technology transition and emissions pathways to better support Australia’s transition to net zero by 2050

The Australian Parliament has requested the Climate Change Authority (CCA) to review the potential technology transition and emissions pathways that best support Australia’s transition to net […]

2023-24 Corporate Plan of Climate Change Authority: Released

The Climate Change Authority has released its 2023-24 Corporate Plan that outlines its activities for the next four years. The Chair of the authority Mr Grant King […]

Victoria’s renewable gas consultation paper: Comment sought

The Victorian Government seeks comment from industry and the community on a consultation paper – Victoria’s Renewable Gas Consultation Paper on the potential design of a […]

Guideline on Offsetting requirements for electricity firming infrastructure

NSW EPA has released the guideline on Offsetting requirements for electricity firming infrastructure that outlines the role of NSW EPA as a regulator under the Electricity […]

WA EPA recommends approval for Pilbara renewable project

EPA WA has completed its first assessment in the Pilbara’s Maitland Strategic Industrial Area (MSIA), recommending approval for the Woodside Solar Facility subject to strict conditions. […]

Safeguard Mechanism: Facilities with excess emissions in 2022-23 maybe eligible for multi-year monitoring period (MYMP)

The Clean Energy Regulator has announced that under the reformed Safeguard Mechanism, facilities with excess emissions in the 2022-23 reporting year may be eligible for a multi-year […]

Review into Carbon Leakage

The Federal Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) has announced that a review on carbon leakage will be undertaken as part of […]

Regulator encourages battery storage information in small-scale technology certificates

Small-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) systems with battery storage are becoming increasingly popular as businesses and households try to lower energy costs. When installed, battery storage systems […]

Review on how renewable energy projects are engaging with communities

The Federal Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) is seeking feedback on a discussion paper on how renewable energy projects are engaging […]

Clean Energy Regulator’s Corporate Plan for 2023-27: Released

The Clean Energy Regulator’s has released their 2023-27 Corporate Plan. The Plan serves as the agency’s primary planning document and outlines whether they are meeting their […]

New chair appointed to Emissions Reduction Assurance Committee

The Federal Government has appointed Professor Karen Hussey as Chair of the Emissions Reduction Assurance Committee (ERAC). The ERAC provides independent advice to ensure the integrity of the […]

GRANT OPPORTUNITY for Cement, Lime, Alumina and Aluminium sectors

The Federal Government’s $200 million Powering the Regions Fund (PRF) Critical Inputs to Clean Energy Industries – Cement, Lime, Alumina and Aluminium Sector (CICEI – CLAAS) […]

FUNDING OPPORTUNITY for renewable energy in First Nations communities

The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has announced funding for solar infrastructure in remote communities. The Regional Microgrids Program will allocate $75 million for projects in […]

Increasing access to renewable energy by modernising electricity grids

The Federal and WA Government are working together to increase access to renewable energy by modernising electricity grids in the South West and North West regions […]

Review of NGER legislation by Climate Change Authority: Comment sought

The Climate Change Authority is currently reviewing the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting Act 2007 (NGER Act) and seeks your views on the key themes in this year’s NGER review. […]

Australia’s Greenhouse Gas Emissions: Quarterly Update

The Federal Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water has released the latest Quarterly Update of Australia’s National Greenhouse Gas Inventory: March 2023. The report […]

Battery storage information to accompany Small-Scale Technology Certificates (STCs)

As businesses and households try to lower energy costs, small-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) systems with battery storage are becoming increasingly popular. When installed, battery storage systems […]

Large-scale renewable energy target market data for July 2023: Released

The Clean Energy Regulator has released the Large-scale Renewable Energy Target market data for July 2023.  The highlights include: 188 MW of capacity was approved for […]

Australia Carbon Credit Units Review Discussion Paper: Comment sought

The Federal Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water seeks feedback on the ACCU Review Discussion Paper that focuses on how to implement recommendations […]

Register of Solar Water Heaters: Updated

The Clean Energy Regulator has released Version 49 of the register of solar water heaters that came into effect on 16 August 2023. The register lists solar water […]

New Chair for Reef 2050 Advisory Committee (RAC): Expressions of Interest

The Federal and QLD governments are looking for a new independent Chair for the Reef 2050 Advisory Committee (RAC). The Committee facilitates engagement with industry and […]

Australia and California to work in collaboration on climate and clean energy

The Australian and Californian governments have agreed to work together to address climate change and support clean energy transition. A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) has been […]

Pathways to progress green hydrogen in the Hunter Valley

Research is underway by the Federal Australian Government on how green hydrogen can provide the Hunter Valley community in NSW with clean and cheaper energy. The […]

Proposed area for offshore wind development off the coast of Illawarra region NSW

The NSW Government is seeking your views on the area proposed for offshore renewable energy projects, particularly offshore wind, in the Pacific Ocean off the coast […]

Guideline on offsetting requirements for electricity firming infrastructure

NSW EPA has released the Guideline on offsetting requirements for electricity firming infrastructure that outlines the role of the NSW EPA as a regulator under the […]

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