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Capral and SunDrive join forces to power Australia’s sustainable solar industry

Capral Aluminium and SunDrive Solar have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on building a resilient, sustainable supply chain for Australia’s solar industry.

UNSW scientists develop proton battery for sustainable energy storage

A team of scientists at UNSW Sydney has developed an eco-friendly, high-performance organic battery that could reshape the future of energy storage. 

B-cycle reports 24% growth in battery recycling, calls for increased participation

Australia’s official battery recycling scheme, B-cycle, has reported progress in its second year of operation, collecting 2,935 tonnes of used batteries in 2024, marking a 24 per cent increase from the previous year. 

Future Made in Australia legislation passes Senate, boosting net zero ambitions

The Australian Government’s Future Made in Australia legislation has passed Parliament, setting the stage for Australia’s involvement in the global transition to net zero emissions.

Renewable energy momentum builds as Australia eyes 2030 targets – Climate Council

Australia’s renewable energy transition is gaining speed, with new government policies and private investments promising transformative impacts on energy, transport, and industry, according to a report by The Climate Council. 

Solar panels to slash energy use at key Visy manufacturing sites

Visy, Australia’s largest integrated recycler and remanufacturer, is taking significant steps to reduce its energy consumption by partnering with two solar energy companies to install solar panels at select facilities across the country.

Kwinana battery energised as WA hits record 85% renewable energy

Western Australia has achieved a significant milestone in its clean energy transition, with the completion of the second stage of the Kwinana Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). 

CSIRO’s latest venture gains $15M to advance solar thermal tech, reduce industrial emissions

FPR Energy, a new venture established by CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency, has raised $15 million in seed funding to advance next-generation solar thermal technology. 

$30M grant boosts Vast’s green energy manufacturing and utility-scale solar project

Vast Renewables has finalised an updated agreement to access $30 million from its $65 million grant provided by the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA). 

Whyalla hydrogen power plant to deploy 100% hydrogen-ready turbines

The South Australian Government has announced a groundbreaking agreement with ATCO Australia to bring world-leading technology to its Whyalla hydrogen power plant. 
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AVEVA and Schneider Electric spearhead digital transformation in mining

AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software driving digital transformation, has partnered with Schneider Electric to redefine what smart, sustainable mining looks like in the age of AI.