Tag: Australia

University of Sydney researchers use plasma to create SAF from methane

University of Sydney researchers use plasma to create SAF from methane

May 28, 2024 |

In Australia, University of Sydney researchers have developed a chemical process using plasma that could create sustainable jet fuel from methane gas emitted from landfills, potentially creating a low-carbon aviation industry. Aviation currently accounts for approximately three percent of the world’s emissions. Creating a “closed loop” fuel based on existing emissions would eliminate the need for traditional and sustainable […]

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University of South Australia agrees SAF biofuel industry with China

University of South Australia agrees SAF biofuel industry with China

May 21, 2024 |

In Australia, aviation experts from the University of South Australia (UniSA) will work with their Chinese counterparts over the next two years to develop a sustainable aviation biofuel industry in both countries. The collaboration, announced by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) on Saturday, comes on the back of a A$1.7 billion Federal […]

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Australia invests over $5 billion to boost clean energies in the country

Australia invests over $5 billion to boost clean energies in the country

May 19, 2024 |

In Australia, ESG Today reported that the government of Australia announced a series of large-scale investments aimed at boosting the country’s clean energy sector, including plans to invest $5.3 billion in hydrogen production and technology over the next 10 years. The report noted that the new investments were announced with the release of the government’s […]

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Australia announces budget package with key investments in ARENA and renewable hydrogen

Australia announces budget package with key investments in ARENA and renewable hydrogen

May 15, 2024 |

In Australia, the government released its A$22.7 billion Future Made in Australia budget package aimed at making the country a renewable energy superpower and an indispensable part of the global economy. Included in that budget is: ·      A$5.1 billion boost to the Australian Renewable Energy Agency: o   A$1.7 billion for the Future Made in Australia […]

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Oceania, Hexagon Ink MOU for Australia Ammonia Bunkering

Oceania, Hexagon Ink MOU for Australia Ammonia Bunkering

May 14, 2024 |

In Australia, Oceania Marine Energy reported on their LinkedIn page that Oceania Marine Energy and Hexagon Energy Materials Limited have inked a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at developing a low-emissions ammonia bunkering business in Dampier, Western Australia. This partnership marks a significant venture into sustainable shipping practices, particularly targeting the robust iron ore transport routes […]

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Yarra Valley Water announced construction of second food waste-to-energy facility

Yarra Valley Water announced construction of second food waste-to-energy facility

May 3, 2024 |

In Australia, ecogeneration reported that Yarra Valley Water is working on the construction of a second large-scale food waste-to-energy facility in Lilydale. The new facility will divert about 55,000 tons of commercial food waste from landfills every year while generating renewable electricity, according to the report. “We’ve come a long way since we built Victoria’s […]

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Boeing and Wagner Sustainable Fuels team up to grow Australia’s SAF industry

Boeing and Wagner Sustainable Fuels team up to grow Australia’s SAF industry

April 29, 2024 |

In Australia, Boeing and Wagner Sustainable Fuels will collaborate on growing the sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) industry to help meet Australia’s airline demand for jet fuel which is expected to increase by 75% over the next 25 years. Wagner Sustainable Fuels has commenced the design and construction of Australia’s first steady supply of SAF within […]

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MasterChef Australia using biomethane and hydrogen in new collaboration

MasterChef Australia using biomethane and hydrogen in new collaboration

April 23, 2024 |

In Australia, this season of MasterChef Australia is taking a new approach to ‘cooking with gas’ with a world-first partnership for the franchise using carbon neutral biomethane in the kitchen and hydrogen gas in a unique BBQ challenge. This innovative brand integration with Australian Gas Networks (AGN), part of Australian Gas Infrastructure Group (AGIG), Jemena, […]

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The Digest’s 2024 Multi-Slide Guide to Wagner Sustainable Fuels

The Digest’s 2024 Multi-Slide Guide to Wagner Sustainable Fuels

April 19, 2024 |

The Wagner Companies has actively been working toward implementing more green business practices since 2004, when they first participated in the Queensland Focus on Energy program. As a result, they have upgraded to more energy-efficient lighting; and hot-water boiler and air compressor systems. They also offer products and components that qualify for LEED credits. But […]

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WA Government enters exclusive lease negotiations with Cargill Australia for a canola crush plant in Kwinana

WA Government enters exclusive lease negotiations with Cargill Australia for a canola crush plant in Kwinana

April 5, 2024 |

In Australia, Mirage News reported that the government of Western Australia region has entered exclusive lease negotiations with Cargill Australia for a world-class canola crush plant in Kwinana. The report noted that Cargill is investigating the potential to develop a canola crush plant on a site adjacent to the CBH Kwinana Grain Terminal, subject to […]

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