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New laws to support offshore electricity infrastructure

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26 November 2021

New laws passed this week will support the development of Australia’s offshore energy industry.

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Invitation for expressions of interest: Future Gas Infrastructure Investment Framework

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26 November 2021

Express your interest in government support for critical gas infrastructure. Submissions close 10 January 2022.

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International partnerships on net zero and clean energy through Mission Innovation

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18 November 2021

Australia is influencing global collaboration on clean energy innovation and building bilateral cooperation through Mission Innovation, a 22 country plus EU global initiative.

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Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS) expansion: have your say

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10 November 2021

A consultation opens on 10 November 2021 for the Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS) expansion to include whole of home assessments.

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Australia’s Future Fuels and Vehicles Strategy released

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9 November 2021

The Australian Government has released its strategy to reduce transport emissions by investing in future fuel technologies.

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New low emissions technology partnership with the Republic of Korea

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1 November 2021

Australia and the Republic of Korea have agreed to establish the Australia-Republic of Korea Low and Zero Emissions Technology Partnership.

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Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme amendments: have your say

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22 October 2021

We are seeking feedback on amendments aimed at protecting consumers and improving integrity in the rooftop solar industry. Consultation closes 12 November 2021.

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Funding available for clean hydrogen industrial hubs

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22 September 2021

Grant guidelines are now available for the Clean Hydrogen Industrial Hubs program. Applications open 28 September 2021.

A positive energy campaign on emissions reduction

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21 September 2021

The Australian Government has released a public communication campaign to help all Australians understand our initiatives to cut emissions – and the progress Australia has made.

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Improving integrity in the rooftop solar PV sector

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16 September 2021

The Australian Government has responded to the Clean Energy Regulator’s review of the rooftop solar sector. The review recommends reforms of the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme.

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APPEA 2021 conference: speech by Dr Alan Finkel

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9 September 2021

Special Adviser to the Australian Government on Low Emissions Technology, Dr Alan Finkel, gave the lead industry address at the APPEA 2021 conference in June 2021.

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Default Market Offer: have your say

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9 September 2021

We’d like your feedback on the Default Market Offer and Reference Price for electricity retailers. Submissions close 11 October 2021.

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New legislation to encourage investment in offshore renewable energy

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2 September 2021

The Australian Government has introduced the Offshore Electricity Infrastructure Bill 2021. The new framework covers infrastructure projects for offshore electricity generation and transmission.

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Future fuels funding to support over 400 new electric vehicle charging stations

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4 August 2021

The first round of the Future Fuels Fund is investing $24.55 million in new fast charging stations across Australia.

Gas-fired recovery measures: have your say

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5 July 2021

We are seeking feedback on the National Gas Infrastructure Plan and designing the Future Gas Infrastructure Investment Framework.

Hydrogen Guarantee of Origin scheme: have your say

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21 June 2021

We want your thoughts on our proposed hydrogen Guarantee of Origin scheme. Submissions close 30 July 2021.

2021 National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting (NGER) Scheme updates: have your say

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4 May 2021

We are seeking feedback on proposed changes to the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting Scheme. Submissions close 21 May 2021.

Achieving the ‘Electric Planet’

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23 April 2021

An ‘Electric Planet’ is possible by 2050, Dr Alan Finkel says in an interview with Sky News.

Advantage for Australia in the hydrogen export market

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23 April 2021

Australia will have an advantage in the hydrogen export market, Dr Alan Finkel says in an interview with Sky News.

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HESC celebrates hydrogen production milestone

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26 March 2021

A Japanese-Australian pilot project is now producing hydrogen from coal in Victoria’s Latrobe Valley.

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Gas fired recovery plan: have your say

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1 December 2020

We are seeking feedback on the Australian Government’s vision for a gas-fired recovery for Australia’s economy. Submissions are open to 26 February 2021.

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Resource investment turns the corner

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23 November 2020

We have released the 2020 edition of Resources and Energy Major Projects, an annual census of resources and energy projects worth over $50 million.

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Prospective national gas reservation scheme: have your say

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27 October 2020

We are exploring options for a prospective national gas reservation scheme in Australia. Submissions are open until 27 November.

Australia’s resources and energy exports are forecast at $256 billion in 2020–21, despite the COVID-19 global economic downturn

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28 September 2020

We have released the September 2020 edition of the Resources and Energy Quarterly.

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National Hydrogen Strategy priorities and delivery for 2020

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11 September 2020

We are bringing the strategy to life through international collaboration, industry consultation, national coordination and legal reviews.

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International partnerships

11 September 2020

Australia and Germany have signed a new agreement for a joint feasibility study to investigate the supply chain between the two countries for hydrogen produced from renewable sources.

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Pandemic relief as energy network costs deferred

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13 August 2020

Rule change means certain retailers can temporarily defer 40 per cent or more of costs, passing on savings to consumers.

Australia’s resources and energy exports are estimated to have reached a record $293 billion in 2019–20, despite the COVID-19 global economic downturn

Media release

29 June 2020

We have released the June 2020 edition of the Resources and Energy Quarterly.

Help increase Australia’s domestic fuel storage: request for information

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15 June 2020

A request for information is now open to increase domestic fuel storage as part of Australia’s fuel security plan.

Hydrogen Certification Scheme: have your say

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26 May 2020

We’re seeking feedback on a scheme for certifying where and how we make hydrogen, and providing transparency on environmental impacts. The survey is open until 22 June 2020.

Australia’s Technology Investment Roadmap: have your say

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21 May 2020

Help shape Australia's path to a lower emissions future by providing feedback on a national Technology Investment Roadmap. Submissions are welcome until 21 June 2020.

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Australia’s resources and energy exports forecast to set a record of $299 billion despite economic headwinds

Media release

18 March 2020

We have released the March 2020 edition of the Resources and Energy Quarterly.

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Australia’s resources and energy exports forecast to set fresh record

Media release

19 December 2019

We have released the December 2019 edition of the Resources and Energy Quarterly.

New strategy to grow Australia’s hydrogen industry

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22 November 2019

The Council of Australian Governments Energy Council today released Australia’s National Hydrogen Strategy.

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Australia’s resources and energy export forecast to break fresh records, defying volatile commodity markets

Media release

30 September 2019

We have released the September 2019 edition of the Resources and Energy Quarterly.

Hydrogen production regions in Australia

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24 September 2019

A new report by Geoscience Australia identifies the regions in Australia that have high potential for hydrogen production.

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India is one of the great hopes for thermal coal exporters, but also presents a number of challenges

Media release

23 August 2019

The Office of the Chief Economist has released the Coal in India 2019 report. The report examines the future of thermal coal in India and implications for Australian exporters.

Australian Domestic Gas Security Mechanism Review: have your say

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7 August 2019

The government has brought forward the scheduled review of the ADGSM. Stakeholders can provide input until 31 August 2019.

Introducing the Australian Innovation System Monitor

News

16 July 2019

Our new digital publication provides the most up-to-date and comprehensive view of Australia’s innovation system.

Australia’s hydrogen potential: A message from the Chief Scientist

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1 July 2019

Hydrogen presents an opportunity for Australia to lead in the emerging market for low and zero emissions energy. Australia’s Chief Scientist, Dr Alan Finkel AO, explains why.

Hydrogen projects: call for case studies

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1 July 2019

Do you have a hydrogen project underway, or are you getting ready to start? The COAG Energy Council Hydrogen Working Group would like to hear from you!

National Hydrogen Strategy issues papers: have your say

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1 July 2019

The COAG Energy Council Hydrogen Working Group has released 9 issues papers to delve into topics to help develop the National Hydrogen Strategy.

Australia’s resources and energy export earnings are forecast to break fresh records

Media release

1 July 2019

The June 2019 edition of the Resources and Energy Quarterly expects export earnings in the sector to reach $285 billion in 2019–20.

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National Hydrogen Strategy: Have your say

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1 March 2019

The COAG Energy Council Hydrogen Working Group is seeking public input to help inform Australia’s National Hydrogen Strategy.

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Resources and energy export earnings are on track for a record-breaking year

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21 December 2018

The December 2018 edition of Resources and Energy Quarterly forecasts Australia’s resources and energy export earnings to reach a record $264 billion in 2018–19.

Commodity exports are forecast to reach a new record high in 2018–19

Media release

2 October 2018

The September 2018 edition of the Resources and Energy Quarterly shows Australia’s resource and energy exports are on track to set a high of $252 billion in 2018–19.

Record earnings for resources and energy exports in 2017─18

Media release

2 July 2018

The June 2018 edition of the Resources and Energy Quarterly shows Australia’s resource and energy export earnings are estimated to have reached a record $226 billion in 2017–18, driven by rising LNG exports.

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Record earnings forecast for resources and energy exports in 2017-18

Media release

8 January 2018

The December 2017 edition of the Resources and Energy Quarterly shows that Australia’s resource and energy export earnings are forecast to reach a record $214 billion in 2017–18, driven by growing LNG and iron ore export volumes.

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Record earnings forecast for resources and energy exports in 2017–18

Media release

6 October 2017

The September 2017 edition of the Resources and Energy Quarterly released today by the Department of Industry, Innovation and Science, shows a 27 per cent increase in earnings in 2016–17.

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Resources and energy export earnings grew rapidly in 2016–17

Media release

7 July 2017

The June 2017 edition of the Resources and Energy Quarterly, released today by the Department of Industry, Innovation and Science, estimates a 25 per cent increase in earnings in 2016–17.

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