Tuesday, December 23, 2025

WA gov’t invests $40m in critical minerals to drive energy transition

The McGowan Government announced a $40 million investment to accelerate critical mineral discoveries, ensuring Western Australia is well-positioned to capitalise on economic opportunities as the world strives towards a net zero future. 

Roadmap unveiled to achieve net-zero economy in Victoria

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry has released `Achieving a Net-Zero Economy: Roadmap for Victorian Businesses’ in a push to lower energy costs, guarantee a steady supply of energy, and aid companies in the move to a net-zero economy.

ARENA launches $100M global solar innovation challenge

The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has launched the $100 million Solar ScaleUp Challenge, inviting innovators, developers, engineers, financiers, and solar customers worldwide to accelerate large-scale solar innovation and reduce costs.

UNSW researchers harness sunlight to produce clean fuel

Engineers at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) have devised a method to generate synthetic methane from carbon dioxide (CO2) using nothing but sunlight.

CSIRO seeks feedback on draft GenCost report on electricity generation costs

Australia’s national science agency CSIRO has released the draft GenCost 2025-26 Report for public consultation, outlining updated estimates on the cost of new-build electricity generation and pathways to meeting Australia’s renewable energy and emissions targets.

Hitachi Energy commits $1B to expand US manufacturing of grid infrastructure

Hitachi Energy, a subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd., has announced more than UISD 1 billion in new manufacturing investments to expand the production of critical electrical grid infrastructure in the United States. 

5B joins major solar power project in El Salvador

Sydney-based solar system manufacturer 5B is slated to supply a 10.1MWp solar system that will form part of a 21.4MWp Full EPC Turnkey & PPA Project that AES El Salvador is constructing for its Holcim El Salvador’s El Ronco cement plant.

WA businesses to help build schools’ renewable energy future

Synergy has inked contracts with two Western Australian (WA) companies to deliver rooftop solar panels and battery storage as part of the regional extension...

Anglo American inks 100% renewable energy deal with Stanwell

Anglo American’s Australian steelmaking coal business has signed a 10-year partnership contract with Queensland government-owned energy company Stanwell to aid its transition to 100 per cent renewable energy. 

New study provides opportunities for electrolyser manufacturing industry in WA

The Western Australian Government has partnered with international hydrogen technology companies to create a business case for new electrolyser manufacturing facilities in the State.
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