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Media release: Flexible grid connection could reduce rooftop solar constraints
Published 2020
On behalf of the Australian Government, the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has announced $2.09 million in funding to SA Power Networks to trial a new approach to integrating rooftop solar with the grid, using smart inverter technology.- Download PDF (86 KB) Media release: Flexible grid connection could reduce rooftop solar constraints
Roadmap for Australia to be global leader in net zero alumina refining
Published 2022
Australia’s alumina refining industry has a credible pathway to achieving net zero emissions by 2050, outlined in an industry roadmap report published by the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) today.Driving down emissions in heavy transport with renewable hydrogen
Published 2021
ARENA announced that it has conditionally approved $3.02 million in funding to Ark Energy to support heavy transport with renewable hydrogen.Could Queensland export sun and wind to Japan?
Published 2022
The dream of shipping the Sunshine State’s abundant renewable energy resources in the form of hydrogen has passed an important test.Aussie clean tech on track to enter global power market
Published 2017
A game changing moveable and modular solar system that can be set up and packed down in days is on track to enter the multi-billion dollar global temporary power market. A game changing moveable and modular solar system that can be set up and packed down in days is on track to enter the multi-bil…
Dispatch from Dubai: ARENA CEO Darren Miller shares his day at COP28
Published 2023
ARENA CEO Darren Miller shares his views on Australia's renewables leadership and the importance of sharing knowledge at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai.Three remarkable ways solar thermochemistry could reshape Australian industry
Published 2017
Jet fuel from sunlight? Sustainable steel? Solar thermal research, led by scientists at the ANU, is raising intriguing possibilities for the future.Electric vehicle charging station network accelerates Australia’s transition
Published 2019
The electric vehicle charging station network will install charging points along the nation’s most trafficked routes, as well as popular destinations.Australia’s renewable hydrogen industry prepares for take off
Published 2020
In this episode of ReWired, we explore how Australia’s renewable hydrogen industry could be poised for its moment in the sun.Australian smart charging trial prepares for EV growth
Published 2020
AGL will recruit 300 electric vehicle owners for an Australian smart charging trial across the eastern states.Media Release: Ayers Rock Resort powers industry innovation through solar leadership
Published 2017
A newly-completed solar project near iconic Uluru in Australia’s red centre is proving how onsite renewable energy is cleaner and cheaper than alternative sources of energy for many remote businesses and consumers.- Download PDF (241 KB) Media Release: Ayers Rock Resort powers industry innovation through solar leadership
The cheap, abundant substance that could revolutionise how we store energy
Published 2017
ARENA funding is pushing the boundaries of battery storage as UoW researchers work on sodium-ion batteries to power a Sydney Water treatment plant.What are renewable energy zones, and why do they matter?
Published 2020
Access to places with the greatest potential (renewable energy zones) is being held back by limited network connections. ARENA is helping present solutions.What is pumped hydro and how does it work?
Published 2017
Storing energy for later use is a key challenge for renewables. Pumped hydro is a clever way around that and its potential is genuinely exciting.Regional Australia’s Renewables (RAR) Industry Program Guidelines
Published 2017
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) was established on 1 July 2012 under the Australian Renewable Energy Agency Act 2011 (Cth) (ARENA Act) with a remit to improve the competitiveness and increase the supply of renewable energy in Australia.- Download DOC (3 MB) Regional Australia’s Renewables (RAR) Industry Program Guidelines
How demand flexibility could unlock the renewable age
Published 2022
Using more electricity at times when wind and solar power are plentiful will help to improve energy affordability and security.$9 million funding to enhance short term forecasting of wind and solar farms
Published 2019
Solar and wind farms will trial providing their own short-term generation forecasts, under a funding initiative by ARENA & AEMO.South Australia pumped for new energy storage
Published 2019
ARENA has announced $40 million in funding to fast track the development of South Australia’s first pumped hydro energy storage project.