Tag: renewable energy
Capacity Investment Scheme to power NSW energy
The federal and state governments of New South Wales are working together to enhance energy security and reliability across the state by implementing the Capacity Investment Scheme (CIS), a national framework for increasing new dispatchable renewable capacity.Â
Queensland seeks comments on new VET Strategy to meet skills demand
The Queensland government has launched a discussion paper to inform the development of the state’s new Vocational Education and Training (VET) Strategy, which will drive the state’s annual $1.2 billion investment in skills and training.Â
Jemena to charge up Victoria with four new community batteries
Jemena Electricity Networks has been awarded up to $2 million in funding for the installation of four new community batteries in Victoria through the Australian Government’s Community Batteries for Household Solar Program.
New Geoscience Australia report reinforces Australia’s role in global energy export
A recent report from Geoscience Australia has reinforced the country’s significant role in the global energy supply chain, according to Minister for Resources and Minister for Northern Australia Madeleine King.Â
ARENA commits $36m to boost renewable energy production in Victoria
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) announced a $36.1 million commitment to the Australian Gas Infrastructure Group (AGIG) for the 10 MW electrolyser deployment in Wodonga, Victoria.
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.
Monash startup develops improved membrane technology for expanded lithium production
ElectraLith, a start-up spun out of Monash University, is developing technology that promises to dramatically increase the efficiency of lithium manufacturing, a critical mineral for battery technologies used in electric vehicles and renewable energy storage.
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.
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
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Sydney to spotlight the latest in manufacturing at AMW 2024
With the Australian Manufacturing Week (AMW) 2024 fast approaching, Sydney is set to become the epicentre of groundbreaking innovations in the advanced manufacturing sector.Â
