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Australia’s clean energy transition raises end-of-life waste concerns
Australia’s shift towards electric vehicles (EVs), rooftop solar and other renewable energy technologies is expected to create growing volumes of end-of-life waste, according to researchers at RMIT University.
Australia posts record quarter for electric vehicle sales
Australia has recorded its strongest quarter yet for electric vehicle (EV) sales, with the Electric Vehicle Council (EVC) warning that policy certainty will be crucial to maintaining momentum in the shift to cleaner transport.
ARENA backs $20.8M project to revolutionise WA’s energy market
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has announced $20.8 million in funding for Western Power to develop a commercial solution for integrating Distributed Energy Resources (DER) into the South West Interconnected System (SWIS) in Western Australia.
IMG’s new HQ to support expansion in electric vehicles and automation
Innovative Mechatronics Group (IMG), a subsidiary of Amotiv, announced its relocation to a new, larger facility at 29 Bass Court, Keysborough.
$50M funding to slash energy costs for small and medium businesses
The Australian Government announced a $50 million investment to provide cheaper finance for solar panels, batteries, and energy-efficient vehicles and equipment.
ABB drives towards net zero at Bulgarian manufacturing plant
ABB’s Electrification factory in Rakovski, Bulgaria, is taking significant steps towards achieving net zero operations, reducing CO2e emissions by 1,250 tonnes.
Exclusive battery recycling deal inked by Lithium Australia, Volvo
Lithium Australia announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Envirostream Australia, has signed an exclusive agreement with the Volvo Group Australia's Buses division that will focus on recycling end-of-life batteries from the latter’s fleet of electric and hybrid buses.
Australian battery materials innovator Sicona expands into US market
Sicona Battery Technologies, an innovative Australian company specialising in battery materials, announced its expansion into the United States battery component market.
Bosch boosts sales and eyes future growth amid challenging landscape
The Bosch Group has reported a surge in sales and earnings for the fiscal year 2023, underscoring its resilience in navigating a demanding business environment.
Electric vehicles surge into mainstream Australia following record growth
Australia has witnessed a significant leap into the era of electric transport in 2023, marked by rapid growth in both EV sales and charging infrastructure, as revealed in the Australian Electric Vehicle Industry Recap 2023 released today.
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