Regional bus operators steer Victoria’s zero emission agenda
The Victorian Government is spearheading the transition to a greener bus fleet through collaborative efforts with regional operators, initiating industry roundtables to address unique challenges and opportunities in adopting zero-emission buses.
AMGC appoints new state director to support WA manufacturers in wind energy supply chains
The Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre (AMGC) announced the appointment of Matthew Cronin as State Director for Western Australia.
How AI is revolutionising Aussie manufacturing’s renewable energy transition
Australian manufacturers are facing a perfect storm of energy challenges, with most regions in the country experiencing a surge in power prices in the second quarter of 2024. This price volatility comes at a critical time when the global manufacturing landscape is increasingly prioritising sustainability and energy efficiency as key factors in competitiveness.
Mitsubishi-backed DGA and Countrywide collaborate on Portland Hydrogen Project
Australian renewable hydrogen project developer Countrywide Hydrogen has inked a partnership deal with DGA Energy Solutions Australia Pty Ltd, a part of the Mitsubishi Corporation’s Group of Companies.
Victoria gov’t legislates ambitious emissions reduction target
Minister for Climate Action Lily D’Ambrosio has formalised its emissions reduction target, under Victoria’s Climate Change Act 2017, to cut Victoria’s emissions by 75 to 80 per cent by 2035.
New study guides transition to net zero careers – Engineers Australia
New research by Engineers Australia, in collaboration with Mott MacDonald, has revealed strategies and key insights paving the way for achieving a net zero workforce in the energy sector by smoothly transitioning workers from thermal industries to renewables.
Transgrid introduces net zero targets as it accelerates the energy transition
Transgrid has set new targets for lowering carbon emissions as the company accelerates the renewable energy transition.
Transgrid CEO Brett Redman said Trasngrid would work...
UNSW researchers secure $64.8M share of ARENA solar research investment
UNSW Sydney researchers have secured $64.8 million in funding from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) for 12 solar projects, according to the university.
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.
Australian startup Recharge buys UK battery maker Britishvolt
Recharge Industries, a portfolio company of Scale Facilitation, said on Monday it had bought UK-based Britishvolt, following its collapse in January 2023.
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From ship repair to autonomous underwater vehicles: Griffin Industrial’s next chapter with growth capital
Some of Australia’s most critical manufacturing happens where almost no one sees it: inside a fuel tank on a Navy tanker, in a machine shop south of Perth, on a workshop floor in western Sydney where a team is helping build autonomous underwater vehicles. Griffin Industrial does all three.
