The Clean Energy Regulator (CER) is ramping up its oversight of the Cheaper Home Batteries Program, signalling a zero-tolerance approach to non-compliance. With over 1,000 inspections already completed under the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES), the regulator is introducing strict new safeguards to protect consumers and emergency responders. Starting March 1, installers must meet r... more

The Western Australia government has launched a AU$10 million project to boost water supply security in Guilderton. Construction is set to begin on a 7.4-kilometre pipeline linking Sovereign Hill to Guilderton to supplement Guilderton’s drinking water with a more sustainable groundwater source near Sovereign Hill. The new pipeline will strengthen water security and improve the aesthetic qu... more

HAMR Energy has announced plans to establish Australia’s first large-scale sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production facility in South Australia, marking a major step forward for the nation’s low-carbon fuel sector. The $700–800 million project has received support from the South Australian government and will use global engineering leader Honeywell’s world‑leading technology to prod... more

In Australia, early fire detection, occupant notification and automated suppression systems are mandatory for commercial properties and larger residential buildings. They promote safety and sustainability, as structural fires can be highly destructive and environmentally damaging. Observing Australian fire standards ensures compliance with the National Construction Code, state laws and Bushfire... more

Mark your diary with Australian Energy Week 2026- bigger, bolder, and more consequential than ever for a sector at a critical inflection point.  As the realities of the energy transition accelerate, 2026 is shaping up to be a defining year. Surging demand from data centres, distribution networks dynamically exploring their operating envelopes, and the scale of investment required to modernise ... more