Tag: Net Zero
New data reveals Australian resources exports to set new records in 2022-23
Australia is on track to set a record for resources and energy exports after earning a record $459 billion in the 2022-23 fiscal year, according to the June 2023 edition of the Resources and Energy Quarterly published by the Department of Industry, Science and Resources.
Canadian clean energy innovator to boost renewable energy sector with regional HQ in Melbourne
Minister for Trade and Investment Tim Pallas announced that Hydrostor, a Toronto-based clean energy innovator, is slated to set up its regional headquarters in Melbourne, enhancing the state’s renewable energy sector.
Australia’s new Critical Minerals Strategy to boost jobs in mining, manufacturing sectors
The Australian government has released the new Critical Minerals Strategy aimed at creating more jobs in the mining and manufacturing industries and backing global efforts towards achieving net zero emissions.Â
National Manufacturing Summit to put spotlight on renewable energy potential
The National Manufacturing Summit, hosted by Weld Australia in partnership with the Australia Institute's Centre for Future Work, is slated to take advantage of the opportunities for renewable energy from 2 to 3 August at the Old Parliament House.
Talga’s Swedish Battery Anode Project receives financial approval from European Investment Bank
Battery manufacturer Talga Group announced that the European Investment Bank (EIB) board has approved €150 million (AUD 239 million) senior debt funding to underpin Talga’s Vittangi Anode Project in Sweden.
CSIRO researchers work with manufacturing team in using glasshouses toward net zero ambition
Australia’s national science agency CSIRO launched a ‘shark tank’-style competition to grant internal funding for the development of glasshouses that could potentially reduce emissions and enhance plant growth.
Queensland funds establishment of new Barcaldine Renewable Energy Zone
The Queensland government has announced a $7 million investment to support the establishment of a new renewable energy industrial precinct in Barcaldine.Â
Fortescue, China Baowu to explore lower-emissions steelmaking technology
Australian iron ore mining company Fortescue has partnered with China Baowu Steel Group Corporation to explore the development of a technology that could reduce emissions associated with iron and steel making.Â
Direct air capture research picks up pace to achieve net zero targets, says CSIRO
Research on developing direct air capture (DAC) technologies is seeing an acceleration as Australia and the rest of the world seek to reach ambitious emission targets, according to CSIRO.Â
Manufacturing jobs among priorities in Victoria’s 10-year clean economy plan
The Andrews Labor Government is supporting the state’s workforce with the launch of a new 10-year clean economy plan that will potentially create targeted training and skills programs in the manufacturing, engineering, electricity, and construction sectors.
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Xometry CEO Sanjeev Singh Sahni on how AI and digital networks are reshaping manufacturing supply chains
Australian manufacturers have long competed against distance. In an exclusive interview with Australian Manufacturing, Xometry CEO Sanjeev Singh Sahni discusses how AI can help manufacturers access more production capacity and simplify traditionally email-driven supply chains.
