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Manufacturing capacity in Australia’s clean energy supply chain is in focus following the Federal Government’s decision to open national consultation on domestic manufacturing of wind and transmission towers, a move welcomed by industry body Weld Australia as a step toward strengthening local manufacturing capability.

More than 22,000 Western Australian households and businesses have installed home batteries under the Australian Government’s Cheaper Home Batteries Program in just over six months, according to a joint media release, highlighting strong uptake in the nation’s largest state.

Australia is hosting 13 US clean technology manufacturing companies this week as part of the Australia-America Clean Industry Delegation, aimed at exploring opportunities in clean energy and manufacturing investment.

Rewiring Australia has welcomed the federal government’s move to boost offshore wind development through proposed new guidelines for research and demonstration licenses.

The Australian Government has committed $39.8 million to support Simcoa Operations, the country’s only silicon manufacturer, as part of efforts to reduce emissions and bolster local manufacturing. 

The Australian Government has announced a $750 million investment to advance new technologies in the metals manufacturing sector, aimed at maintaining the industry’s global competitiveness. 

The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has welcomed a new board appointment alongside the reappointment of two existing members. 

The Australian Government has announced a $2 billion funding boost for the Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC), aiming to accelerate Australia's transition to renewable energy and bolster economic growth. 

Boral Limited has officially unveiled its upgraded carbon-reducing technology at the Berrima Cement Works in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales (NSW).

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.