Tag: Net Zero
City of Sydney unveils five-year plan to reach net zero by 2035
The City of Sydney has unveiled a renewed draft environmental strategy aimed at keeping the city on track to reach net zero emissions by 2035, with proposals that include cutting operational energy use by 30 per cent and phasing out the use of fossil gas across its operations.
NSW businesses encouraged to apply for net zero planning grant
The New South Wales government has opened applications for a $1.5 million grant program aimed at assisting businesses in planning their transition to net zero emissions.
Orica’s Kooragang Island project cuts one million tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions
Orica, a provider of mining and infrastructure solutions, has announced the elimination of one million tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions from its Kooragang Island site in Newcastle.
Victoria’s renewable energy goals advance with massive battery connection
Lumea, part of the Transgrid Group, is moving forward with the development of a large-scale battery system intended to supply renewable, affordable, and reliable energy to electricity consumers in Victoria.
Australia accelerates aviation decarbonisation with new SAF projects
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has intensified its efforts to decarbonise the aviation sector, announcing multiple initiatives focused on Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).
New funding opportunities for Qld manufacturers under MIQ round 7
The Queensland Government has opened the application process for the seventh round of the Made in Queensland (MIQ) program, a key initiative aimed at boosting the state's manufacturing sector.
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.
ARENA targets aviation emissions with major SAF dev’t projects
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has announced $14.1 million in funding for two projects under its Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) Funding Initiative aimed at reducing emissions in the aviation sector.
Green hydrogen breakthrough wins 2024 Climate Innovation Challenge
South East Water and RMIT University have been awarded the 2024 Water Minister’s Climate Innovation Challenge for their pioneering green hydrogen technology.
Future Made in Australia legislation passes Senate, boosting net zero ambitions
The Australian Government’s Future Made in Australia legislation has passed Parliament, setting the stage for Australia’s involvement in the global transition to net zero emissions.