Sustainable aviation fuel research stays the course with $4.2 million jackpot
UNSW researchers are set to scale up a next-generation electrolyser system that helps produce sustainable aviation fuel using renewable energy, thanks to a $1.2 million government grant and $3 million in industry support.
‘Mid-scale’ solar forms key part of new JV’s $500 million strategy
Melbourne-headquartered infrastructure and energy investment firm Kai Global and South Korea’s Wide Creek Asset Management have launched a $500 million joint venture dedicated to solar and battery energy storage projects in Australia.
First Nations renewable energy project participation boosted with new guide
The First Nations Clean Energy Network offers a first step template outline early engagement strategies and equity to be proponents through strong agreements, benefit sharing, and more.
Kardinia lands state funding to progress printed solar production facility
Printed solar technology startup Kardinia Energy, photoluminescence imaging specialist BT Imaging, and modular solar array manufacturer 5B are among 13 companies awarded more than $26 million in funding by the New South Wales government to support the commercial development of their clean energy tech.
Investors identify key challenges for renewables rollout
Planning and transmission delays top the list of development challenges for renewable energy investment in Australia with a new survey showing almost 50% of investors rate the country as only “somewhat attractive” for future projects.
Powering Australia’s data centre boom: Navigating energy compliance and opportunity
Australia’s data centre sector is booming, driven by AI and digital growth – but so too are the energy and regulatory challenges.
$6.6 million neighbourhood batteries program kicks off final funding round
The Victorian government has launched its third and final round of grant funding through the 100 Neighbourhood Batteries Program, offering $400,000 per battery through multiple streams of eligibility to a pool of nine council regions.
Benefits sharing guide launched for communities in renewable energy zones
Community Power Agency has released a guide for regional communities hosting multiple renewable energy projects to promote benefit sharing strategies that ensure a stake over the next 25 years in an estimated $1.9 billion opportunity.
AGL aquires long-duration electro-thermal project from Photon Energy
AGL Energy has acquired the 150 MW solar, 90 MW thermal, and 720 MWh of storage Yadnarie Project from Dutch developer Photon Energy, and follows the project’s development approval received in June.
ARENA backs next-gen solar innovation with $60 million funding boost
The Australian government has announced $60 million in new funding for research and development projects that promise to accelerate cost reductions for PV technology and help meet the stretch target for “ultra low-cost” solar production.
