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Electrification

Origin takes a stake in “fast growing” industrial decarbonisation business
Origin Energy branches into “fast-growing” industrial decarbonisation segment with stake in New South Wales based start-up.
Joshua S Hill

Jul 3, 2024

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Policy & Planning

“Every watt counts:” Labor hones in on household demand in new energy performance strategy
National energy performance strategy focuses on consumer demand and working “hand-in-hand” with rooftop PV, batteries and EVs.
Marion Rae

Apr 5, 2024

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Renewables

Home efficiency and renewables trading could solve Tasmania’s energy bill problem
New research suggests the best ways to reduce energy costs for Tasmanians are to invest in energy efficiency upgrades and trade power with the mainland.
Amandine Denis-Ryan, Alan Pears & Jay Gordon

Apr 4, 2024

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Electrification

CEFC backs construction of two all-electric, renewable powered apartment buildings
The project will deliver 196 net zero-ready apartments in stage one, fully powered by renewables and fitted out with all-electric, “high-performing” appliances.
Sophie Vorrath

Jun 30, 2023

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Smart Energy

CEFC boosts investment in energy efficient “build-to rent” apartments
Federal government’s green bank boosts its investment to $75 million in the construction of rent-only apartments built at minimum of 7.5 NatHERS stars.
Jacinta Bowler

Jun 29, 2023

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Electrification

New home electrification pilot targets “those who need it most”
Canberrans suffering from chronic ill-health are the focus of a new pilot offering up to $10,000 to quit gas, shift to efficient electric appliances.
Sophie Vorrath

May 12, 2023

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Smart Energy

Report calls for national standards on building energy efficiency, electrification
Property Council of Australia and Green Building Council set out policy recommendations to get Australia’s buildings net-zero ready, and save consumers money.
Amalyah Hart

Apr 27, 2023

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Smart Energy

Australia can and should eradicate its gas supply gap – but not with more gas
New analysis shows future gas supply gaps could be eradicated by energy efficiency and electrification, while also alleviating the cost of living crisis.
Amandine Denis-Ryan & Kevin Morrison

Apr 3, 2023

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Smart Energy

Families need one stop shop, and budget support, to kick fossil fuels out of home
If the government is serious about cost-of-living relief and climate action, a bold plan to electrify Australian households is essential for May’s budget.
Allegra Spender

Mar 17, 2023

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Smart Energy

Home energy efficiency in CEFC sights with new green mortgage push
Federal government’s green bank backs CBA mortgage discounts for borrowers building new homes or renovating to high energy efficiency standards.
Rachel Williamson

Mar 6, 2023

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