Energy

The fifth Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) has been established by the New South Wales Liberal and Nationals Government in the Illawarra to ensure that the area is a key player in the State's future clean energy plans.

The Albanese government fulfils its pledge to build the skills and capabilities for Australia’s transition to a clean energy future with a $10 million investment at the University of Wollongong.

As part of the Decarbonising Infrastructure Delivery Roadmap, a new measure has been adopted for future infrastructure projects by the NSW Government to reduce emissions and costs for the general public.

Li-S Energy has announced its new partnership with the SafeREnergy on a solid-state lithium-sulphur battery cell development project. 

In a submission to the Labour Government's consultation on its proposed Safeguard Mechanism reforms, the Climate Council has called for the halt of any new big emitting initiatives, recommending that funding must be available to future-focused industries like green manufacturing and critical minerals.

The City of Newcastle welcomes the possibility of attracting billions of dollars of investment and new local jobs from Australia's second offshore wind zone.

Graphene Manufacturing Group announced the receipt of regulatory and local council approvals to manufacture batteries at a commercial scale for its existing Richlands site in Brisbane, Australia.

Weld Australia has welcomed the federal government's New Energy Apprenticeships program but noted that much more needs to be done to address the country's skilled welder shortage.

The Maritime Union of Australia’s (MUA) Southern NSW Branch Secretary Mick Cross has welcomed the news that Port Kembla will become a significant venue for renewable energy projects.

The Australian Government will invest $64 million in the Defence Renewable Energy and Energy Security Program.