Tag: Australian resources
Fifth Renewable Energy Zone in Illawarra declared
The fifth Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) has been established by the New South Wales Liberal and Nationals Government in the Illawarra to ensure that the area is a key player in the State's future clean energy plans.
Critical minerals roundtables with industry and community groups
Minister for Resources and Northern Australia Madeleine King met with key industry and community organisations to explore how to best promote Australia's critical minerals sector and maximise benefits across the country.
Netherlands, Germany bolster hydrogen partnership with Australia
The Mid-West Port Authority of Western Australia, the Port of Rotterdam, and Germany’s Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems (ISE) are now taking the next step in developing a joint hydrogen hub in Western Australia, known as TrHyHub.
Calix unveils Windship-Leilac partnership funding for zero carbon shipping goal
Technology company Calix announced that Innovate UK has given £5 million (AUD $8.7 million) to a project managed by Windship Technology in collaboration with Leilac, Calix's 93 per cent owned subsidiary dedicated to the decarbonisation of cement and lime.
Vast Solar to join NYSE list after merger deal with Nabors
Renewable energy technology firm Vast Solar has entered into a Business Combination Agreement with Nabors Energy Transition Corp. (NETC) valued at $586 million – a deal that will result in Vast listing on the New York Stock Exchange while remaining headquartered in Australia.
Alcoa to move on with testing steam recycling technique to cut emissions
Aluminium giant Alcoa will proceed with a trial of a steam recycling technology aimed at reducing emissions at its West Australian Wagerup facility after an Australian Renewable Energy Agency-backed study found the technology to be not only feasible but also less expensive.
ACT’s first grid-scale battery switched on
The ACT's first grid-scale battery, backed by the ACT Government, has been turned on, marking a significant step forwards in Canberra's electrification journey.
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ARENA awards $65m to Vast Solar to build commercial scale solar power plant
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) announced Monday that on behalf of the Australian Government, it had granted $65 million in funding for Vast Solar to build VS1, a unique 30 MW/ 288 MWh concentrated solar power (CSP) plant near Port Augusta, South Australia.
Jervois accepts first nickel supply agreement for SMP refinery
Australian cobalt company Jervois Global Limited has announced that Jervois Switzerland, the commercial arm of Jervois, has entered into a raw material supply agreement with Traxys Europe.
New research shows LNG can help accelerate hydrogen future
A new study has confirmed the ability of liquefied natural gas (LNG) and its infrastructure to act as a catalyst for the growing global...