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Register of solar water heaters (Version 50): Applications open

On 3 July 2023 applications opened for Version 50 of Register of solar water heaters.  The Register lists all solar and air source heat pump water […]

Future of Energy in SA

The SA Government is seeking to develop a comprehensive energy transition policy for the next three decades and will commence a consultation process with people that […]

Federal Budget 2023-24: Tackling the environment and climate change

The Federal Government hand down its first full Budget for the 2023–24 year on 9 May 2023. A Budget overview is now available. Some key environment and […]

Renewable energy production and supply: Hydrogen and Renewable Energy Act – Draft Bill – Comment sought

SA Government is proposing to introduce the Hydrogen and Renewable Energy Act to streamline the process for companies wanting to invest in large-scale projects in SA, bringing […]

State Budget 2023-24: Taking action on climate change

The 2023-24 State Budget is intended to transition WA to a cleaner, reliable and affordable energy state with $2.8 billion allocated for energy storage, wind power […]

National Electric Vehicle Strategy: Released

The Federal Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water has released its National Electric Vehicle Strategy that sets a vision to increase the uptake […]

Driving the National Fund: New funding to fast track EV charging infrastructure

The Federal Government has launched the Driving the Nation Fund that is expected to fast track the rollout of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. The fund […]

New home energy efficiency ratings powered by artificial intelligence

A new pilot program between CSIRO and CoreLogic Australia combines the power of artificial intelligence with property data to get in-depth insights into the energy efficiency […]

Large-scale Renewable Energy Target Market data: Now available

The Clean Energy Regulator has released the latest Large-scale Renewable Energy Target market data for March 2023. Highlights include: 267 MW of capacity was approved for […]

Latest solar water heaters register (V.48): Released

Version 48 of the register of solar water heaters came into effect on 21 April 2023 and is now available. The register lists solar water heater and air […]

Liable entities to surrender STCs by 28 April 2023

The Clean Energy Regulator is reminding liable entities that the 2023 Quarter 1 small-scale technology certificates (STCs) surrender deadline is 28 April 2023.  Liable entities are required to […]

New report on State of Hydrogen 2022: Released

The Federal Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water has released the annual State of Hydrogen 2022 report on the state of Australia’s hydrogen industry. […]

Clean Energy Capacity: Discussion Paper

The Federal Government has commissioned Jobs and Skills Australia (JSA) to undertake a capacity study on the workforce needs for Australia’s transition to a clean energy […]

Consumer energy resources strategy released by Australian Energy Regulator

The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) has released its AER Consumer energy resources strategy for its approach to regulating and promoting positive market outcomes for consumer energy […]

Opportunity for Australia’s battery industry

Global battery industries have accelerated rapidly, with the potential growth for Australia now more than double previous estimates. A new report, Charging Ahead – Australia’s Battery Powered […]

Proposed changes to fees for Victorian Energy Upgrades program: Comment sought

The Victorian Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) is seeking feedback on proposed new fees for stakeholders in the Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) program […]

Offshore Consultations Begins

The Victorian Government has set targets of at least 2GW of offshore wind capacity by 2032, 4GW by 2035 and 9GW by 2040. This is equivalent […]

Two new electric vehicle charging stations for regional WA

Electric Vehicles chargers are now operational at WA’s Geraldton and Northampton. The EV chargers in both regional towns are of 150kW. Construction has begun on installing […]

Proposed implementation approaches of 2022 Default Market Offer Review Outcomes: Comment sought

The Federal Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) is seeking feedback on the proposed implementation approaches from the 2022 Review of the […]

Hydrogen Production Emissions Calculator

The Clean Energy Regulator has released the Hydrogen Production Emissions Calculator which is a tool that enables users to estimate greenhouse gas emissions generated by the […]

QLD Battery Industry Strategy

The QLD Government is working with industry to understand Queensland’s existing battery capabilities and to identify priorities for the Queensland Battery Strategy.  Commercialising innovative technology that […]

FUNDING OPPORTUNITY: For SMEs to purchase energy efficiency equipment upgrades

The Federal Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water is providing grant through the Energy Efficiency Grants for Small and Medium Sized Enterprises Round […]

Proposed offshore renewable energy infrastructure off Hunter coast: Comment sought

The Federal Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water is seeking comment on the benefits and effects of future offshore renewable energy projects in […]

Register of Solar Water Heaters V.49 – Applications Open

Applications are now open for the new Register of Solar Water Heaters Version 49.  The Register of solar water heaters lists all solar and air source heat pump […]

GRANT OPPORTUNITY: For EV Chargers

Through the Charge Up Workplace EV Charging Grants, the WA Government is providing $15 million in grants for business to co-fund the cost of electric vehicle […]

National Battery Strategy issues paper: Comment sought

The Federal Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water is seeking your feedback on an issues paper on the Australia’s battery industries. Batteries are […]

Apply to operate a Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme Installer and designer accreditation scheme: Applications open

The Clean Energy Regulator is inviting businesses to apply to operate a Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme installer and designer accreditation scheme. If you believe your organisation would […]

Battery industry opportunities for QLD: Discussion paper released for comment

The QLD Government has released for comment a discussion paper on Battery industry opportunities for Queensland.  The discussion paper examines the opportunities for Queensland to become […]

2023 Renewable Power Percentage (RPP) and Small-Scale Technology Percentage (STP) now set by legislation amendment

The Clean Energy Regulator has  announced that the 2023 renewable  power percentage (RPP) and small scale technology percentage (STP) have been set by legislative  amendment.   […]

Large-Scale Renewable Energy Target Market Data for December 2021: Released

The Clean Energy Regulator has  released the Large-scale Renewable  Energy Target market data for  December 2021 and the highlights  include:  A total of 2469 MW of […]

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