industry Archives - Renew Economy

Policy & Planning

“The private market cannot deliver:” Unions want government to build low cost green power for big industry
A government-owned power company that can sell electricity for 44 per cent less than market price is one answer to problems faced by heavy industry.
Rachel Williamson

Jun 3, 2026

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Renewable magnesium smelter considered for Western Australia coal hub
WA looks to boost zero emissions production of critical minerals, funding a feasibility study into a green magnesium smelter in the heart of coal country.
Michael Mazengarb

Dec 2, 2021

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Markets

Switching to renewables could cut industry energy costs by almost a quarter
Australian heavy industries could slash energy costs by turning to wind and solar, and the clean energy switch is key to a manufacturing revival.
Michael Mazengarb

May 8, 2020

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Carbon budgets: Knowing when to hold and when to fold
As global leaders sit around the negotiating table at the Paris climate talks, discussion will quickly turn to the carbon budget and how to spend it.
Will van de Pol and Daniel Gocher

Nov 24, 2015

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How Australia can become a renewable energy superpower
Report says Australia could become a global renewable energy ‘superpower’, but only if governments and industry harness three key opportunities.
Sophie Vorrath

Oct 19, 2015

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Commentary

How to save business billions, without cutting renewable jobs
It’s in Australia’s interests not to be left behind in the growth industries of the future – and those include renewable energy.
Suzanne Benn and Patrick Crittenden

Feb 26, 2014

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Running on clean energy: “Question of social and political will”
US has technology and logistical ability to convert to all-renewable energy sources by 2050—if it can manage to exercise necessary social and political will.
Sandy Dechert

Feb 26, 2014

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