A Macquarie Group entity will develop emissions targets and strategies for assets including airports, a desalination plant and an energy distributor, with the help of $100 million from the Clean Energy Finance Corporation.
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.
Victoria needs tougher interim emissions reduction targets than those recommended by the state government's advisory panel, according to the City of Melbourne.
Highlights include new bills in Victoria, a new WA greenhouse policy and a $263,500 land clearing penalty. Jobs include posts with Alinta, consultancy EY, EPA Victoria and Sunshine Coast Regional Council.