Tag: Net Zero
Gov’t backs low-emission upgrades for major Australian manufacturers
The Albanese Government has announced $192 million in funding to help Australian manufacturers cut gas use, lower energy costs and reduce emissions, with new support directed toward leading companies and regional industries.
$5B investment to back industry’s shift towards net zero by 2050
The Albanese Government has announced a $5 billion Net Zero Fund aimed at supporting Australia’s industrial sector to reduce emissions and scale up low-emissions technologies as part of the nation’s net zero plan.
Australia sets 2035 climate target with focus on manufacturing, clean energy
The Albanese Government has set Australia’s 2035 climate change target at a 62 to 70 per cent reduction in emissions from 2005 levels, highlighting the role of renewable energy and low-emissions manufacturing in driving the transition.
$1.1B federal program to drive Australian-made renewable fuels
The Australian Government has announced a $1.1 billion investment to accelerate local manufacturing of cleaner liquid fuels, aimed at strengthening supply chains and supporting the nation’s transition to net zero.
National Workforce Plan launched to strengthen Australia’s manufacturing workforce
The Australian Government has launched a national workforce plan aimed at ensuring the country’s manufacturing sector remains competitive, sustainable, and future-ready.
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.
New ARENA funding round targets next-gen solar manufacturing
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has launched a new $60 million funding round aimed at accelerating research and development in ultra low-cost solar (ULCS) technologies.
CHEP Australia advances decarbonisation goals with electric heat pump installation in Perth
CHEP Australia, part of global logistics company Brambles, has moved closer to its net-zero emissions goal by installing electric heat pumps at its Kenwick Service Centre in Perth.
City of Sydney unveils five-year plan to reach net zero by 2035
The City of Sydney has unveiled a renewed draft environmental strategy aimed at keeping the city on track to reach net zero emissions by 2035, with proposals that include cutting operational energy use by 30 per cent and phasing out the use of fossil gas across its operations.
NSW businesses encouraged to apply for net zero planning grant
The New South Wales government has opened applications for a $1.5 million grant program aimed at assisting businesses in planning their transition to net zero emissions.