Thursday, August 6, 2026

Australia moves to support onshore fuel production amid market pressures

The Australian Government has announced changes to the Fuel Security Services Payment aimed at supporting domestic fuel production and helping refineries adapt to new technologies.

NOX Energy to roll out EV charging for apartment residents across Australia

NOX Energy has announced a project to expand electric vehicle (EV) charging access for residents of strata-titled buildings across Australia, with the installation of 1,956 load-managed, Intelligent Power Sockets (IPS) at a minimum of 16 sites. 

$200M energy fund to power North West Queensland development

The Queensland Government has announced that market sounding is underway for a $200 million North West Energy Fund, aimed at improving the affordability, reliability and sustainability of energy supply across the North West Minerals Province.

MGA Thermal lands $17M to accelerate energy storage manufacturing

Energy storage company MGA Thermal says new investment will support the expansion of its manufacturing capacity as it scales up deployment of its long-duration thermal energy storage technology aimed at decarbonising heavy industry.

Manufacturing sector targeted in WA energy affordability push with $153.3M loan program

The Western Australian Government announced that a new $153.3 million initiative aimed at lowering energy costs for local businesses will strengthen the State’s manufacturing sector and support investments in cleaner, more efficient technology.

Renewable Fuels Summit kicks off with $80M funding boost

The opening day of the 2026 Renewable Fuels Summit in Australia saw significant announcements, including new government funding and a major renewable gas project, signaling growing momentum in the country’s renewable fuels industry.

NSW backs $70M green hydrogen and ammonia project to support Moree farms

The New South Wales government has approved an innovative green hydrogen and ammonia project near Moree aimed at helping farms reduce emissions, with the facility expected to supply renewable fuel and fertiliser for agricultural operations in the region.

World’s largest air energy storage facility begins operations in China

A groundbreaking energy storage project in China’s Jiangsu Province has become fully operational after completing its final commissioning phase, Shanghai Electric announced Wednesday.

CSIRO launches $3M renewable energy lab upgrade in Newcastle

CSIRO has officially launched a $3 million upgrade of its Renewable Energy Integration Facility at its Energy Centre in Newcastle, with the national science agency stating the expansion significantly strengthens Australia’s capacity to test and validate technologies central to the electricity transition.

$52M boost to power NSW’s renewable manufacturing push

The NSW Government has announced a $52 million investment aimed at strengthening the state’s renewable manufacturing sector, with the funding expected to unlock more than 100 construction jobs and create 67 ongoing positions.
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