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Report: Pricing for the Integration of Distributed Energy Resources
Published 2020
This report summarises the approach and findings of a study that assessed the potential for more cost-reflective pricing to assist in the economically efficient integration of distributed energy resources (DER) with the grid.- Download PDF (558 KB) Report: Pricing for the Integration of Distributed Energy Resources
AGL Dynamic Pricing Load Flex Trial
Started 2023
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Media Release: Australian first project to harness sun, wind and batteries
Published 2017
A world-leading project combining solar, wind and battery storage will be built near Hughenden in North Queensland, delivering renewable energy on demand.- Download PDF (397 KB) Media Release: Australian first project to harness sun, wind and batteries
Consumer smart energy tool to assist households in reducing energy bills
Published 2023
ARENA has announced $929,000 in funding to Solar Analytics to develop an online consumer smart energy tool called “Solar Maximiser”.How the IEA rates Australia’s energy transition
Published 2023
The IEA’s Australia 2023 Energy Policy Review commends Australia's recent progress toward a sustainable renewable energy future but says a lot of work is still needed to complete the job.Harnessing clean drinking water using solar power
Published 2018
ARENA today announced an Australian-first trial of drinking water systems that produce clean drinking water drawn directly from the air using solar power.Investing in home grown research for hydrogen and steel
Published 2023
ARENA announced $50 million for two funding rounds targeting research and development for renewable hydrogen and low emissions iron and steel.Report: Progress report for Milestone 5
Published 2018
The past six months have been a busy period for the CONSORT project as it has covered periods of high energy use - public holiday long weekends over winter when there have traditionally been surges in energy use.- Download PDF (154 KB) Report: Progress report for Milestone 5
Simply Energy to build 8MW virtual power plant in Adelaide
Published 2018
ARENA has today announced $7.7 million in funding for Simply Energy to build a second virtual power plant across Adelaide.Podcast: Darren Miller’s vision for a prosperous renewable future
Published 2021
As ARENA launches a new investment plan, CEO Darren Miller joins us to explain how renewables could soon shake up the heaviest of heavy industries.Cheap electric vehicles available in Australia
Published 2018
Cheap electric vehicles in Australia will be available within weeks. Priced from $44,990, the new Hyundai will be the cheapest electric car.Tarraleah hydropower redevelopment powers ahead
Published 2018
ARENA announced up to $2.5m to Hydro Tasmania to complete final feasibility analysis of the proposed redevelopment of the Tarraleah hydropower scheme.New renewable focussed energy retailer open for business
Published 2016
A new energy retailer is entering the Australian market and pioneering a groundbreaking business model. It will empower consumers to reduce their power usage and potentially use more renewable energy. The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) and SBCVC have backed a $5 million Southern Cross…
Media Release: Tarraleah hydropower redevelopment powers ahead
Published 2018
On behalf of the Australian Government, the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has announced up to $2.5 million in funding to Hydro Tasmania to complete final feasibility analysis into the proposed redevelopment of the Tarraleah hydropower scheme in the highlands of Tasmania. The feasibility analysis is expected to cost $5.0 million in total.- Download PDF (126 KB) Media Release: Tarraleah hydropower redevelopment powers ahead
TRL Guide
Published 2019
Technology Readiness Level Guide- Download PDF (80 KB) TRL Guide
Media Release: Historic day for Australian solar as 12 new plants get support
Published 2017
Twelve new large-scale solar PV plants are set to be constructed across Australia, tripling the amount of energy produced from big solar.- Download PDF (387 KB) Media Release: Historic day for Australian solar as 12 new plants get support
EVExperience Lessons Learnt
Published 2020
This report outlines the key learns around developing the consumer EV product (now named EVExperience application), an online platform targeting consumers to provide them with a tool to prepare for a life with EVs.Media Release: Mining success marks turning point for off-grid renewables
Published 2017
A monumental off-grid renewable mining project has been successfully completed in remote Western Australia, demonstrating a confluence between established and emerging Australian industries.- Download PDF (564 KB) Media Release: Mining success marks turning point for off-grid renewables
Independent Review into the Future Security of the National Electricity Market
Published 2017
This submission provides background information on projects funded by the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) as relevant to the Independent Review into the Future Security of the National Electricity Market.