Engie partners with Posco for Pilbara green hydrogen study
South Korean steelmaker Posco and French renewables giant Engie are investigating the feasibility of establishing a large-scale renewable hydrogen project in Western Australia that would provide fuel for a green iron venture planned for the state’s Pilbara region.
Fortescue does 550 MW electrolyser deal for Gibson Island project
Fortescue is pressing ahead with the development of a 70,000-tonne green hydrogen production facility at Gibson Island in Queensland, tapping North American hydrogen technology company Plug Power to supply 550 MW of electrolysers for the proposed project.
Endeavour to roll out smart meters after regulator approves waiver
New South Wales electricity distributor Endeavour Energy will upgrade the meters of thousands of customers throughout the state as part of a trial that aims to manage peak energy demand, provide participants with access to innovative energy services, and lower network costs for consumers.
New reforms, liberalised energy market help untap Philippines’ solar potential
Off the back of recent legislative changes leading to ‘spurred’ solar PV development, combined with an extremely liberal market, a senior solar analyst from cleantech advisory company Apricum told pv magazine that the Philippines is ‘the place’ to rollout solar projects in Southeast Asia.
WA government moves to attract hydrogen electrolyser manufacturing
The Western Australian government has studied the business case for developing new electrolyser manufacturing facilities in the state, finding a 2 GW manufacturing facility could inject $200 million (USD 128 million) per annum to the local economy.
Queensland reforms hydrogen pipeline laws
The Queensland Parliament has passed new legislation that will see hydrogen pipelines regulated in the same way as fossil fuel gases, creating clearer regulatory pathways and safety assessments for hydrogen projects.
Subsidised charging kit for commercial EV fleets launched with ARENA support
Melbourne-based company JET Charge has today launched its ‘Charging as a Service’ initiative, a subsidised and subscription-based electric vehicle charging solution for commercial fleets supported by ARENA.
Registrations open for 600 MW storage underwriting scheme in SA and Victoria
Registrations for the South Australia and Victorian Capacity Investment Scheme, Australia’s new zero-emissions storage underwriting program, have opened today.
‘Australia’s largest battery’: Equis’ 2.4 GWh battery in Melbourne secures federal approval
One of the world’s largest batteries at 1.2 GW / 2.4 GWh has been approved by Australia’s federal government for a site in Melbourne’s northwest.
Panasonic launches heat pump hot water system in Australia
Panasonic and Reclaim Energy have partnered to launch a heat pump hot water system to the Australian market, claiming it is up to five times more efficient than gas or traditional electric heating.
