Industry News
Solar to slash Qld climate pollution, power bills
Rooftop solar power and distributed battery storage could provide up to 60% of Queensland's electricity by 2035, according to QCC report. [ + ]
Recycled water project to service 5000 homes
Yarra Valley Water will begin a project that will provide recycled water to homes and businesses in parts of Lilydale and Chirnside Park. [ + ]
ARENA Community Batteries Project switches on
The first batteries in the ARENA Community Batteries Project, coordinated by Momentum Energy, have been installed in Adelaide. [ + ]
Industry and environment groups seek urgent packaging law
Environment and industry groups have joined forces to urge the Minister for Environment to apply obligations and targets across the life cycle of packaging. [ + ]
Invasive weeds used for biofuel
Several species of invasive weeds could become a source of renewable bioenergy, according to University of Queensland research. [ + ]
New firming tender to protect NSW's energy security
Minister Penny Sharpe is directing a tender for projects that deliver 500 MW of firm capacity for NSW to boost the security and reliability of its energy grid. [ + ]
Council provides rebates to improve energy efficiency
Residents in the Ku-ring-gai area in Sydney can apply for new rebates (up to $3000) to transition their home to clean, electric energy. [ + ]
Australian water industry unites for Walk for Water 2025
WaterAid Australia's annual fundraising event is running from 6–10 October for the 703 million people globally who live without access to clean water. [ + ]
NZ industries lead Asia–Pacific's energy transition
The ABB Asia Pacific Energy Transition Readiness Index 2025 has shown that New Zealand companies are investing in clean energy, automation and digitalisation. [ + ]
ICJ holds states accountable in landmark climate ruling
The International Court of Justice has ruled that governments must be held accountable for climate damage caused by fossil fuel production and consumption. [ + ]
NSW hydrogen project gets green light
The Good Earth Green Hydrogen and Ammonia project has secured financial approval to move into the next stage of planning. [ + ]
Cleanaway opens clinical waste treatment facility
The Bridgewater Health Services facility will support Tasmania's health sector with the safe handling and disposal of medical, pharmaceutical and healthcare hazardous waste. [ + ]
UNSW collaborates with Siemens on epoxy recycling research
UNSW and Siemens have signed an agreement to assess the feasibility and economic viability of recycling epoxy mouldings with embedded metallic components. [ + ]
Allegro launches application for renewable data centres
Allegro Energy's new application of its LDES tech provides data centres with a scalable, planet-friendly alternative to traditional power sources. [ + ]
Government consulting on sustainable investment labelling
The Australian Government is seeking views on sustainable investment product labelling, designed to help investors make informed sustainable decisions. [ + ]
