Saturday, February 21, 2026

Australia’s battery recycling scheme a beacon for product stewardship

Australia’s official government-backed battery recycling Scheme, B-cycle, has today released its first performance report - Positive Charge, highlighting the rapid scale and pace of the innovative product stewardship scheme since launch in February this year.

Toyota Hilux to get 48V technology in 2024 with 10% better fuel economy

Toyota Australia is set to offer approximately 10 per cent fuel economy improvement for certain HiLux models, compared to the current 2.8-litre turbo diesel variants, when upgraded versions fitted with 48-volt technology arrive in the first half of 2024.

Inquiry report: WA gas sector delivers stable supply but calls for increased production

A recent parliamentary inquiry into Western Australia’s domestic gas policy has revealed that the state's gas industry is effectively fulfilling domestic supply requirements at stable prices. 

NOVONIX, LG Energy Solution ink JDA to develop battery anode material

Battery materials and technology company NOVONIX has signed a joint research and development agreement (JDA) with global manufacturer LG Energy Solution for the development of artificial graphite anode material for lithium-ion batteries. 

Telstra to deploy renewable hydrogen generators in 5 Victorian regions

The Victorian government has awarded $1.1 million in funding to Telstra for the manufacturing and deployment of a 10-kW renewable hydrogen generator at each of the five regional areas in the state that suffered outages following strong storms in 2021. 

Vast Solar to join NYSE list after merger deal with Nabors

Renewable energy technology firm Vast Solar has entered into a Business Combination Agreement with Nabors Energy Transition Corp. (NETC) valued at $586 million – a deal that will result in Vast listing on the New York Stock Exchange while remaining headquartered in Australia.

Koorangie Energy Storage System welcomes 100 Tesla Megapacks

The Allan Labor Government’s $480 million investment into Victoria’s energy grid has reached another milestone with the delivery of 100 Tesla Megapacks to the Koorangie Energy Storage System.

Queensland’s $30 million investment to build a skilled clean energy workforce

In a move to bolster Queensland's clean energy workforce, the Queensland Government has unveiled the Clean Energy Workforce Roadmap, designed to drive job creation and advance gender equality in the energy sector.

Australia’s $215B clean tech potential unleashed in new report

A recent report from Beyond Zero Emissions has revealed Australia's capacity to lead the global clean technology movement, presenting strategies poised to generate $215 billion in revenue and 53,000 jobs by 2035.

Tasmania’s renewable energy agenda gets a boost from Germany

The Tasmanian Government has taken a significant step towards advancing green hydrogen initiatives by signing a Joint Declaration of Intent with the Free Hanseatic City of Bremen in Germany. 
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Australian Manufacturing Week 2026 to make Brisbane debut

Australia’s leading advanced manufacturing showcase, Australian Manufacturing Week (AMW), is set to return in 2026, marking its first-ever event in Brisbane.