Our department’s response to Coronavirus (COVID-19)
See Australia.gov.au for whole of Australian Government COVID-19 advice.
Our websites
We have a number of websites for targeted services and portfolios.
ANZLIC—the Spatial Information Council
ANZLIC is the peak government body in Australia and New Zealand responsible for spatial information. It provides leadership in collecting, managing and using spatial information and data.
Australian Energy Infrastructure Commissioner
The Australian Energy Infrastructure Commissioner receives and refers complaints about wind farms, large-scale solar farms, energy storage facilities and new major transmission projects. The Commissioner also identifies and promotes best practices for planning and operating these projects.
Visit the Australian Energy Infrastructure Commissioner website
Australian Greenhouse Emissions Information System
The Australian Greenhouse Emissions Information System (AGEIS) provides detailed greenhouse gas emissions data from the National Greenhouse Accounts. Use the interactive tool to see data at the national and state level.
Australian Renewable Energy Agency
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) works to accelerate Australia’s shift to affordable and reliable renewable energy.
Australian Building Codes Board
The Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) addresses issues relating to safety, health, amenity and sustainability through the National Construction Code Series, and by developing effective regulatory systems.
business.gov.au
business.gov.au offers the Australian business community simple and convenient access to all of the government information, assistance, forms and services they need.
Visit the business.gov.au website
COAG Energy Council
The Council of Australian Governments (COAG) Energy Council is a ministerial forum for the Commonwealth, states, territories and New Zealand. The Council works to pursue national energy reforms.
Visit the COAG Energy Council website
Chief Scientist
Australia’s Chief Scientist provides high-level independent advice to the Prime Minister and other ministers on matters relating to science, technology and innovation.
Visit the Chief Scientist's website
Clean Energy Finance Corporation
The Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) finances cleaner power solutions, including large and small-scale solar, wind and bioenergy. It also invests in more energy efficient property, vehicles, infrastructure and industry.
Clean Energy Regulator
The Clean Energy Regulator administers schemes legislated by the Australian Government for measuring, managing, reducing or offsetting Australia's carbon emissions.
Visit the Clean Energy Regulator website
Climate Active
Climate Active is an ongoing partnership between the government and businesses to drive voluntary climate action to measure, reduces and offset Australia’s carbon emissions.
Visit the Climate Active website
Climate Change Authority
The Climate Change Authority provides independent, expert advice on climate change policy. It plays an important role in the governance of Australia’s mitigation policies.
Visit the Climate Change Authority website
Commercial Buildings Disclosure
The Commercial Buildings Disclosure (CBD) Program is a national program which requires sellers and lessors of commercial office spaces over 1000m² to provide energy efficiency information to prospective buyers and tenants.
Energy.gov.au
Energy.gov.au is the government’s central location for information on energy policy and programs as well as practical energy saving advice for households and businesses.
Energy Rating
The E3 Program undertakes activities to improve the energy efficiency of appliances and equipment sold in Australia and New Zealand. These include energy rating labelling, setting minimum energy performance standards (MEPS) and education and training.
See the E3 Program on the Energy Rating website
Use the Energy Rating Products Registration system
Major Projects Facilitation Agency
The Major Projects Facilitation Agency works with domestic and international project proponents to clarify all of their project's regulatory approval requirements. The Agency is the single entry point into the Australian Government for advice on regulatory approvals, through our offices in the Northern Territory and Tasmania.
Visit the Major Projects Facilitation Agency website
National Electronic Approvals Tracking System
The National Electronic Approvals Tracking System (NEATS) provides access to publicly available information concerning offshore petroleum titles and applications.
National Offshore Petroleum Titles Administrator
The National Offshore Petroleum Titles Administrator (NOPTA) is responsible for day-to-day administration of oil, gas and greenhouse gas titles in Commonwealth waters in Australia.
National Science Week
National Science Week is Australia’s annual celebration of science and technology. Each year in August, there are about 1000 events around Australia, including those run by universities, schools, museums and science centres.
Visit the National Science Week website
Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme
The Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS) is a star rating system that rates the energy efficiency of a home based on its design. NatHERS helps to make Australian homes more comfortable for their inhabitants and also helps residents to save on energy bills through smarter design choices.
Questacon
Questacon promotes greater understanding and awareness of science and technology within the community. They are committed to making that experience fun, interactive, and relevant.
Your Home
Your Home is Australia’s authoritative guide to building, buying or renovating an environmentally sustainable home. It shows you how to create a comfortable home that’s economical to run and adaptable to your changing needs.
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Last updated: 26 March 2021
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