$2.5 billion investment in the Hunter’s future
More than 1,000 Hunter jobs are secure, after the Albanese and the Minns Labor Governments have jointly contributed $2.5 billion to secure the future of aluminium smelting in the region.
Read MoreFormer Liddell site powers Hunter’s clean energy future
With backing from the Federal and NSW Governments, the giant
Liddell Battery, built on the site of one of Australia’s largest retired
coal-fired power stations, is gearing up to provide enough power
to support around 200,000 homes on the nation’s main electricity
grid within months.
Hunter apprentices power up Renewable Energy Zone
Five electrical apprentices began work on the Hunter-Central Coast Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) Network Infrastructure Project in February, marking the start of new careers supporting
NSW’s transition to renewable energy.
CSIRO unveils $3 million upgrade to flagship renewable energy lab
On 25 February CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency,
officially launched the $3 million upgrade of its Renewable
Energy Integration Facility (REIF) at its Energy Centre in Newcastle,
significantly expanding Australia’s capability to test, validate
and commercialise technologies needed for a more sustainable,
reliable and secure electricity system.
Waratah Super Battery Project begins partial operation as shock absorber for NSW grid
The Waratah Super Battery Project is now actively bolstering energy security for NSW’s grid as a ‘shock absorber’ in the event of power line outages due to events like lightning strikes and bushfires.
Read MoreMinister for Climate Change and Energy unveils final master plan design for nation’s most advanced Clean Energy Precinct
Minister for Climate Change and Energy, the Hon. Chris Bowen MP, unveiled the final design of Australia’s most advanced clean energy production project, signalling the Precinct’s readiness to the global energy market.
Read MoreGovernment backs renewable boost to Hunter Valley
The Albanese Government is securing Australia’s energy future with a Hydrogen Headstart investment in Orica’s Hunter Valley Hydrogen Hub.
Read MoreNSW Budget delivers Newcastle Logistics Precinct to support energy investment
The Minns Labor Government is investing $115.5 million to build the Newcastle Logistics Precinct – a critical new hub that will support the delivery of more reliable and affordable renewable energy to homes and businesses across NSW.
Read MorePort of Newcastle strengthens ties with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries to advance its Clean Energy Precinct
Port of Newcastle has made another significant step to advance its Clean Energy Precinct (CEP), signing a formal Advisory Agreement with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd (MHI).
The Agreement will enable the Port to draw upon MHI’s
Port of Newcastle supports STEM students’ race towards a sustainable future in world’s largest hydrogen competition
In a first for the Hunter Region, Port of Newcastle will give high school students from five local schools the opportunity to race in the international Hydrogen Grand Prix (H2GP), gearing them up for a future in the clean energy technology industry alongside 8,000 students from 25 countries worldwide.
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