Port of Newcastle partners with industry leaders to drive energy transition
The Port of Newcastle’s Clean Energy Precinct (CEP) has taken a step forward, signing agreements for Front End Engineering Designs (FEED) and Environmental Impact Statements (EIS).
How AI is revolutionising Aussie manufacturing’s renewable energy transition
Australian manufacturers are facing a perfect storm of energy challenges, with most regions in the country experiencing a surge in power prices in the second quarter of 2024. This price volatility comes at a critical time when the global manufacturing landscape is increasingly prioritising sustainability and energy efficiency as key factors in competitiveness.
Australian wind tower manufacturing could create over 4,300 jobs, report finds
Australia could create over 4,300 quality direct jobs by manufacturing its own wind towers instead of relying on imports, according to new research from the Centre for Future Work.
NSW solar farm project to cut emissions, power 191,000 homes
The Australian Government has greenlit the construction of a 450-megawatt solar farm in the Upper Hunter, set to generate enough electricity to power 191,000 homes.
Engineers Australia, Deakin launch hydrogen training to tackle skills shortage
Engineers Australia, through its training arm Engineering Education Australia (EEA) and in collaboration with Deakin University, announced the launch of a new suite of hydrogen energy micro-credentials aimed at addressing the critical skills shortage in the hydrogen and engineering sectors.
Altech Batteries’ CERENERGY ABS60 prototype surpasses initial tests
Altech Batteries has achieved a key milestone with the successful launch of its CERENERGY ABS60 prototype, a 60kWh battery installed at the Fraunhofer IKTS lab in Dresden, Germany, which, according to the company, is already surpassing initial performance expectations.
AMGC appoints new state director to support WA manufacturers in wind energy supply chains
The Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre (AMGC) announced the appointment of Matthew Cronin as State Director for Western Australia.
ClearVue secures first solar building envelope order for Perth landmark
ClearVue Technologies has secured its first order for a solar building envelope solution, with plans to install solar cladding on Perth's iconic Enex100 building, marking a key milestone for the company ahead of the project's expected completion in mid-2025.
Offshore wind to power 650,000 homes, create jobs in Southwest Victoria
The Australian Government has taken a step forward in its Reliable Renewables Plan by advancing the development of offshore wind energy in the Southern Ocean.
Report: Shortage of skilled workers poses major challenge to Australia’s energy transition
Australia's clean energy transition is facing a significant challenge due to critical skills shortages, according to a new report by the Institute for Sustainable Futures (ISF) at the University of Technology Sydney.
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Building resilience as manufacturing requirements become more complex
The industrial machinery and heavy equipment manufacturing sector is critical not only for its direct outputs, machines, and equipment that pave the way for construction, agriculture and manufacturing but also for its crucial role in economic development and innovation.
