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Renewable energy backed storage remains the lowest-cost pathway to achieving Australia's net zero electricity system, according to the latest GenCost report from CSIRO and the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO).
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Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre (AMGC) has launched a $10 million fund with the backing from Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) to help accelerate industrial decarbonisation through co-investment in smaller manufacturing facilities.
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ESG implications of the US-Iran conflict
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How economics and energy security are driving the next phase of the energy transition
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Sustainability in 2025: Building resilience and navigating risks
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Balancing Investor expectations with entrepreneurial growth
Recent headlines highlighting corporate management shortfalls in companies led by their founders underscore the need for rigorous governance standards.
Avoiding the carbon budget risk
While many financial institutions have made public net zero commitments, how can we know whether these goals really amount to action on climate change?
