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$69.2m grant to develop Central QLD Hydrogen Hub

The Federal Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water is providing a $69.2 million grant to help develop the Central Qld Hydrogen Hub (CQ […]

GRANT OPPORTUNITY: Expand EV charging infrastructure for WA

WA’s Energy Minister Bill Johnston has launched Round 2 of the ‘Charge Up Workplace Grants’ program that provides $12.5 million to expand EV charging infrastructure throughout […]

Low-emissions electricity and renewable energy projects

The WA Government is seeking registrations of interest (ROIs) from large commercial and industrial users on their plans for low-emissions electricity and renewable energy projects to […]

Guarantee of Origin Scheme: Detailed Design – Comment sought

The Federal Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) is seeking feedback on the proposed detailed design of the Guarantee of Origin (GO) […]

FUNDING OPPORTUNITY: Solar Infrastructure in Australia’s Remote Communities

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

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 […]

CSIRO and AEMO release latest report on electricity generation and storage

The CSIRO and the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) have released their latest report GenCost 2022-23, that marks the first time that all technology costs have […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Australia and UK announce joint funding call for green hydrogen projects

The Australian and United Kingdom (UK) governments have announced a joint funding call to accelerate green hydrogen projects.  The program will be launched in October 2023. […]

Update on Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES) installer and designer accreditation scheme operator application process

The Clean Energy Regulator (CER) expects to make a decision on and announce the outcome of the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES) installer and designer accreditation […]

GRANT OPPORTUNITIES: Current grant opportunities by the Federal environment government

A number of Federal Government grants have been released for businesses: Carbon Farming Outreach Program – closes 14 Aug 2023 Great Barrier Reef Marine Debris Management […]

New guidance to assist applicants on offshore renewable energy projects: Released

The Federal Government has released new guidance to help support applications for offshore renewable energy projects. The guidelines outline considerations for developing renewable energy projects in […]

New interactive map of global hydrogen research projects

The Clean Hydrogen Mission – Mission Innovation is a global coalition established to support the development of the clean hydrogen economy. To promote this work, an interactive case studies […]

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