A consultancy that has just registered the first ERF project focused on industrial equipment upgrades says the new Climate Solutions Fund shouldn't rely solely on auctions.
Four states have supported the mandatory introduction of remote switch-off capability for new air conditioners and other appliances, and a federal review has recommended changing an energy efficiency law to make it possible.
An electricity market rule proposed today provides opportunities for companies to establish new, long-term revenue streams, according to the Energy Users Association of Australia.
The Clean Energy Regulator has approved one of Australia's largest carbon businesses to earn credits through a new energy project, and has also approved a project by one of the country's largest agribusinesses.
The Clean Energy Regulator has revoked two Emissions Reduction Fund energy efficiency projects, one of them developed by a major health services provider.
Appliance advertisements should show efficiency ratings, and in the longer-term whole buildings and their appliances could be rated or made subject to standards, suggests a new government report.