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The Australian Government should leverage its position as financier of renewable energy projects to guarantee strong labour standards in new energy and manufacturing jobs, according to a new report by the Australia Institute’s Centre for Future Work. According to the report, ‘Strings Attached: How Industry Policy Could Strengthen Labour Standards Through Australia’s Renewable Energy Transition,’ … Continued
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PUNE, India–BUSINESS WIRE– Thermax, a leading energy and environment solutions provider and a trusted partner in energy transition, has announced a strategic collaboration with Ceres Power Holdings plc (CWR.L), a leading developer of clean energy technology. The two companies have entered a non-exclusive, global license agreement for Thermax to manufacture, sell and service stack array … Continued
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A new biomethane plant that utilises agricultural waste is slated for regional New South Wales Up to 4 petajoules of biomethane could be produced – equivalent to over 6 per cent of current industrial gas demand ARENA’s Bioenergy Roadmap found a biogas industry could reduce Australia’s carbon emissions by 9 per cent Australia’s burgeoning … Continued
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More Sydney shoppers will soon have their groceries delivered in battery electric vehicle (BEV) trucks thanks to an Australian first project supported by the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA). ARENA is providing Zenobē, a global fleet electrification specialist, with $8.5 million from the Driving the Nation Fund to develop a BEV truck charging hub in … Continued
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Consultation has opened today on the Australian Government’s $523 million Battery Breakthrough Initiative, being delivered by the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA). Announced in the 2024-25 Federal Budget in May, the Battery Breakthrough Initiative aims to fund projects that enhance the development of Australia’s battery manufacturing capability to improve supply chain resilience and provide opportunities … Continued
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We can cut energy bills for everyone everywhere And banish energy poverty Renew Australia For All has called for an initial $5 billion investment, backed up by $50 billion over ten years to repower homes and communities everywhere with rooftop solar, batteries, electric appliances and thermal improvements, so that all Australians reap the benefits. More … Continued
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New polling shows the majority of Australians have no idea how much progress has been made in shifting the national electricity grid to one powered by renewable sources. The latest Essential Report shows just 8% of Australians know how far along we are in the renewable energy shift, with 56% underestimating, and a further 20% … Continued
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Media reports today that Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan has “backflipped” on a ban on cooktops are inaccurate and an unhelpful distraction from gas heaters which guzzle half of the gas used in Victoria and the pipeline system which leaks more gas than is used in cooking statewide. Friends of the Earth Melbourne is dedicated to … Continued
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Clipsal by Schneider Electric (Clipsal) has announced the launch of Solis, a range of light switches and sockets that sets a new benchmark in the electrical category and partners perfectly with exceptional architecture and residential design projects. Solis has been designed with Australian homes top of mind, incorporating world-class design and premium finishes, backed by … Continued
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The third earthquake in two weeks in NSW’s Hunter Valley today highlights the serious questions about the Liberal National Coalition’s plans for nuclear reactors they are still refusing to answer, says Solutions for Climate Australia. The earthquake’s epicentre was again very close to the existing Liddell power station, where the Coalition aims to build at … Continued
