The federal government has awarded one of its largest-ever cooperative research centre grants to an energy productivity alliance that has multiple programs for business on its agenda.
Chief scientist Alan Finkel will lead a diverse group advising the government on climate change technology investments, and a key goal will be to slash the price of hydrogen.
To underwrite an upgrade of Delta Electricity's Vales Point coal-fired power plant, the federal government might have to bypass its own public eligibility criteria for the underwriting scheme.
The owner of a large, Western Australian ammonia production facility will investigate producing hydrogen through solar-powered electrolysis, with the help of a federal grant.
Open access. Highlights include a fine for Adani, a Victorian court ruling, and a Queensland financial assurance bill. Jobs include leadership roles with agencies in Victoria and Tasmania.
The federal-NSW energy and emissions deal includes $450 million to help heavy industry adopt low-emissions technology, money from the Climate Solutions Fund for NSW abatement projects, and a reverse auction for electric vehicle infrastructure.