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Dirty dancing across a new energy landscape

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One of my favourite movies as a kid was Dirty Dancing; I was energised by the music and dance. Now, when it comes to discussing our evolving energy systems and the need to transition to a net zero future, the dancing metaphor is a great fit. Here’s why. The real-time balancing of electricity generation (supply) and … Continued

What are the smart devices that actually reduce energy bills?

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By Chris Kerr, Vice President Home & Distribution, Schneider Electric While the Federal and NSW State Government recently implemented an all new ‘cost of living’ package in an effort to take the burden off thousands struggling with their power bills, there is a large portion of Australian households who are ineligible and still looking for other ways … Continued

New England North West locals to hear about making job opportunities from the region’s renewable projects

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April 17 2024 The Community Power Agency will be co-presenting on clean jobs in renewable energy at the Renewable Manilla Festival (near Tamworth) this Friday April 19th.  Community Power Agency’s Regional Coordinator Heidi McElnea said the interactive presentation would explain the job opportunities and economic possibilities that are in the pipeline for New England North … Continued

AUSTRALIAN MADE: Federal Government tipped to announce hundreds of millions of dollars to process critical minerals for renewable technology in Gladstone

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Kahn Goodluck, Councillor, Gladstone Regional Council, said: ‘’Gladstone is at the heart of Australia’s renewable energy revolution and this is another boost our region needs as we move to cut climate pollution. If we continue on this path, with our regions at the forefront of the global move to net zero, we’ll see these areas … Continued

POWER TO THE PEOPLE: BRISBANE FORUM HEARS HOW AUSTRALIANS COULD SAVE $9 BILLION ON POWER BILLS AS QUEENSLAND LEADS THE WAY

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16 April 2024POWER TO THE PEOPLE: BRISBANE FORUM HEARS HOW AUSTRALIANS COULD SAVE $9 BILLION ON POWER BILLS AS QUEENSLAND LEADS THE WAY Community members, civil society and climate groups, and energy experts will gather in Brisbane on Tuesday to discuss Queensland’s energy transition, the key policies of the major parties and plans for community … Continued

Farmers welcome positive CSIRO renewables survey, more to do

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Thursday, 11 April, 2024 82 per cent of 6700 Australians surveyed said they’d live near renewable energy generation Top priority for the energy shift: Affordability (41 per cent), reducing climate pollution (26%) and energy independence for Australia (18 per cent) Dyer recommendations must be implemented urgently Farmers for Climate Action CEO Natalie Collard has welcomed … Continued

BZE welcomes Future Made In Australia Bill

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11 April 2024 Beyond Zero Emissions (BZE) warmly welcomes the Australian Government’s announcement of the Future Made in Australia Act.  BZE CEO Heidi Lee said the independent think tank had been calling for government investment in Australian manufacturing capability, having highlighted through its research that Australia’s natural advantages in terms of existing infrastructure, materials, a skilled … Continued

‘Future Made in Australia’ plan will reduce climate pollution and grow our economy

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Thursday April 11 Solutions for Climate Australia and the Climate Action Network Australia warmly welcome Prime Minister Albanese’s announcement today for funding and legislation that will support the growth of green manufacturing and industry. Director of Solutions for Climate Australia’s Dr Barry Traill said: “The world is moving on from polluting industries and this plan … Continued