Tag: research and development
Construction underway on Kwinana clean energy research hub
The Future Energy Exports Cooperative Research Centre (FEnEx CRC) says construction is progressing on the first stage of the Kwinana Energy Transformation Hub (KETH) after awarding a contract to Western Projects to build the facility’s research and development (R&D) building in Western Australia.
WA secures new site for agriculture research and development
The Western Australian Government has announced plans to establish a new Primary Industries Research Centre at Jandakot, with the aim of supporting Western Australia’s agriculture and food sector.
CSIRO opens applications for R&D support in critical minerals sector
Australia’s national science agency CSIRO has opened applications for its free eight-week online program, Innovate to Grow: Critical Minerals, aimed at supporting small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with research and development opportunities in the growing sector.
Epson and HKRITA develop regenerated fibre with silk-like sheen from cotton waste
Epson and The Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel (HKRITA) have announced the development of a new regenerated cellulose fibre made from waste cotton fabric, marking a step forward in sustainable textile innovation.
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.
CSIRO and ASC announce new AI research collaboration for Australian sport
Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, has entered a new research partnership with the Australian Sports Commission (ASC) aimed at guiding the responsible and innovative use of artificial intelligence (AI) in sport.
Manufacturing SMEs invited to apply for CSIRO’s graphite research grants
Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, has announced a new $400,000 research and development (R&D) grant program to support mining and manufacturing small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) working on graphite-based innovations for battery applications.
AI, digital tech SMEs urged to apply for CSIRO’s Innovate to Grow program
CSIRO, Australia's national science agency, has announced an open call for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) involved in digital technologies and artificial intelligence (AI) to apply for its Innovate to Grow program.
Call for R&D reform as productivity stagnates, says Ai Group
The Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) has called for a significant overhaul of the country’s research and development (R&D) system, warning that Australia risks falling behind if commercialisation and productivity outcomes are not prioritised in future reforms.
CRA welcomes strategic review of Australia’s R&D system
Cooperative Research Australia (CRA) has welcomed the release of a discussion paper from the panel conducting a strategic examination of Australia’s research and development (R&D) system, expressing support for a deeper engagement in the consultation process.
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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.
