Tag: clean energy
ACTU backs $500M boost for clean energy manufacturing jobs
The Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU) has expressed support for the Albanese Government’s commitment to invest $500 million in clean energy manufacturing, highlighting its potential to create secure jobs and strengthen Australia’s sovereign capacity.
ElectraLith secures $2M from Breakthrough Vic to scale sustainable lithium extraction
Breakthrough Victoria has announced a $2 million investment in ElectraLith, a Victorian-based startup focused on advancing lithium extraction and refining technologies in the clean energy sector.
New hydrogen and helium discovery opens doors to clean energy potential
A recent report from Geoscience Australia and the Geological Survey of New South Wales has uncovered elevated levels of natural hydrogen and helium in various regions across New South Wales, paving the way for new clean energy possibilities.
WA takes major step toward net zero with Clean Energy Link construction contract
The WA Government has taken another step toward securing Western Australia's clean energy future, with GenusPlus awarded a $270 million contract to build the first parts of Clean Energy Link - North.
Fleet Space Raises $150M to accelerate clean energy mineral discovery
Fleet Space Technologies, Australia’s pioneering space exploration company, has announced the closure of a $150 million Series D funding round, propelling its valuation to over $800 million.
Victoria powers ahead with new wind farms in Moyne Shire
Victoria has taken a step forward in its renewable energy journey with the opening of two new wind farms, including one of the largest in the state.
Manufacturing leads Australia’s clean energy shift with new climate tool
In a significant step towards tracking and accelerating Australia’s clean energy progress, the Climate Council has launched the Momentum Monitor, a tool designed to analyse and report on climate action across key industries, including manufacturing.
New report calls for urgent action on electricity storage to meet Australia’s energy goals
A new white paper released by Monash Business School reveals that large-scale electricity storage is crucial to achieving Australia’s clean energy targets.
$400m Darwin renewable energy hub consultation launched
Public input is now being sought on the Darwin Renewable Energy Hub (REH), a major renewable energy project designed to deliver more affordable, secure, and clean power to the Darwin-Katherine electricity grid.
NSW gov’t unveils framework to accelerate clean energy transition
The New South Wales (NSW) Government has launched a new Renewable Energy Planning Framework aimed at accelerating renewable project approvals, increasing investment security, and driving economic growth in regional communities.
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Circular beds: Revolutionising sustainable bedding in Australia
A new wave of innovation is transforming the Australian manufacturing sector, with sustainability at its core. ROBOVOID, in collaboration with Swinburne University, GT Recycling, and Sustainability Victoria, has developed a groundbreaking bed base made entirely from recycled plastic.
