Tag: energy
Forecasting the future: GridBeyond’s new tool supports smarter energy planning
As Australia’s energy landscape grows more dynamic, businesses operating in the National Electricity Market (NEM) face increasing challenges – from rising costs and evolving regulations to the growing presence of decentralised and renewable energy sources.
WA manufacturer tapped for first Wind Energy Co-Investment project
Australian Winders, a Western Australian manufacturer, has secured nearly $1 million in funding through the first round of the Wind Energy Manufacturing Co-Investment Program, a joint initiative of the Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre (AMGC) and the Western Australian Government.
Energy experts gather at UNSW to discuss Australia’s clean energy future
UNSW Sydney is convening energy leaders, researchers, and policymakers this week for the 2025 State of Energy Research Conference, aiming to address urgent challenges and advance Australia's transition to net zero emissions.
Sense to deliver smart meter AI solutions in EnergyLab’s 2025 program
Sense has been selected to join the 2025 EnergyLab Scaleup Program, strengthening its involvement in Australia’s grid decarbonisation and bushfire risk reduction efforts.
$920K in ARC funding boosts Swinburne’s energy storage and EV security research
Swinburne University of Technology has secured two Australian Research Council (ARC) Linkage Project grants worth nearly $920,000 to advance research in battery energy storage and electric vehicle (EV) cybersecurity.
ABB pushes new BESS-as-a-Service model to meet soaring energy demands
As Australia prepares for a major energy transition, the need for scalable, flexible battery storage solutions has never been more urgent. The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) forecasts that the country will require around 9GW of new battery energy storage systems (BESS) by 2027 to support renewable energy integration, manage coal plant closures, and address rising grid volatility.
Gov’t grants to help Victorian manufacturers slash energy bills
The Victorian Government is investing in the state’s manufacturing future with a $10 million grant initiative aimed at reducing energy costs, supporting local jobs, and accelerating industrial electrification in the food and beverage processing sector.
UNSW Sydney transitions residential campuses to renewable electric energy
UNSW Sydney has completed the transition of its Sydney-based residential colleges and associated facilities from gas to renewable electric energy, marking a notable development in its ongoing sustainability program.
NSW Government engages community on Illawarra Renewable Energy Zone plans
The NSW Government has taken a key step toward establishing the state’s first urban renewable energy zone (REZ), engaging with community, industry and union leaders in Wollongong to discuss the future of clean energy in the Illawarra region.
Australia risks falling behind as gas investment slows, report warns
Australia is at risk of losing its competitive edge in natural gas investment, threatening its energy security, economic outlook, and climate goals, according to a new report released by global research and consultancy firm Wood Mackenzie.
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From cost exposure to cost control: Using energy flexibility to protect margins
Electricity price volatility is reshaping the cost base of Australian manufacturing, challenging long-held assumptions that energy can be treated as a stable operational input.
