• Policy

        • Japan

        • 2015

        Japan-Australia Economic Partnership Agreement (JAEPA)

        The Japan-Australia Economic Partnership Agreement (JAEPA) entered into force on 15 January 2015. The treaty grants tariff-free status to the following products: iron, alumina, metals, ammonia, steel, aluminium, nitrogen fertilizers, battery packs and cells, anodes, electric cars, and internal combustion engine cars. Clean technologies and their components not listed are not included in the Schedule for Elimination on Reduction of Customs Duties of Japan.In addition to this Agreement, bilateral trade policy between these two countries is also subject to the Japan‑Australia Partnership on Decarbonisation through Technology. This technology partnership aims to advance cooperation in a range of…

        • Policy

        • Australia

        • 2023

        Powering Australia Industry Growth Centre

        Establishing the Powering Australia Industry Growth center targeted at developing advanced technology and skills in support of the Australian Made Battery Plan (not yet announced)- matching grant that covers up to 60% of total project cost- supporting local manufacturers (for both renewables and battery manufacturing)- connecting local manufacturers with critical mineral producers- budget will be covered by redirecting existing funding for the Industry, Science, and Resources portfolio.The funding was been awarded to Powering Australia Limited in February 2024. The objectives of the program include increasing indigenous community participation in the development of renewable technologies through the engagement of a…

        • Policy

        • Australia

        • 2021

        Federal government/ South Australian Energy and Emissions Reduction Deal

        The Australian government and South Australian government agreed on the State Energy and Emissions Reduction Deal.  This deal grants AUD 1.08 billion to add additional secure, affordable and low carbon energy generation capacity to the grid, and reach the Paris Agreement targets. It also targets a new interconnection between South Australia and New South Wales, as well as gas supplies (to prevent shortfalls on the market). The plan includes: - additional 50 petajoules per annum of gas by the end of 2023, and 80 petajoules per annum by 2030- AUD 400 million in Commonwealth funding for investment in carbon capture…

        • Policy

        • Australia

        • 1978

        (Western Australia) Mining Act 1978

        The Mining Act of 1978 consolidates law relating to mining in Western Australia.  The Act is subject to the Environmental Protection Act 1986, and in the case of inconsistencies in provisions between the Acts, the relevant Mining Act provision will be deemed inoperative.Part I, Section 9 of the Act declares gold, silver and other precious metals as property of the Crown. Part III of the Act delineates land open for mining concerning property of the Crown, public reserves and commonwealth, and private property.Part IV of the Act establishes criteria and procedures for the permitting of prospecting, exploration and…

        • Policy

        • Australia

        • 1971

        (South Australia) Mining Act 1971

        The South Australia Mining Act provides the framework for regulating the mineral exploration and mining sectors in the state.All applications for mineral exploration and exploitation must include an assessment of the expected environmental effects of the enterprise, along with a statement of planned measures to remedy environmental damage. Section 63 establishes the Extractive Areas Rehabilitation Fund as a part of the royalties recovered by the Minister on extractive minerals. Part 9B establishes a framework for the interaction of the Mining Act with native title land. 

        • Policy

        • Australia

        • 2022

        Geoscience Australia Strategy 2028

        Geoscience Australia was established in 2001 as the merger of the Australian Surveying and Land Information Group and the Australian Geological Survey Organisation. It is Australia's premier geoscientific research organisation, and provides geoscientific advice on critical minerals to the Australian Government. Geoscience Australia’s broader role includes the geological survey’s historical focus on resource development, as well as on diverse topics such as natural hazards, environmental issues, climate change, groundwater research, marine and coastal research, carbon capture and storage and vegetation monitoringGeoscience Australia’s Strategy 2028 identifies the following priorities:Building Australia’s resources wealthSupporting Australia’s community…

        • Policy

        • Australia

        • 2023

        Grants to invigorate Australian critical minerals projects

        The Australian Government has approved nearly $50 million in grants to expedite critical minerals projects, fostering supply chain diversification, domestic processing and job creation. Minister for Resources and Northern Australia, Madeleine King, highlighted the projects' role in advancing Australia's critical minerals sector, aiding in emissions reduction and achieving net-zero commitments by 2050. The funded projects, part of the Critical Minerals Development Program, encompass initiatives for lithium-ion battery inputs and support for supply chains in aerospace, medical, energy and defence manufacturing. These grants align with Australia's forthcoming Critical Minerals Strategy, aiming to bolster the country's critical…

        • Policy

        • Australia

        • 2022

        Powering Australia Plan

        To match its commitment to reach Net-Zero by 2050, the Australian government developed in 2022 the "Powering Australia Plan", aiming at: Decarbonising the industry, power and transport sectorsFostering the creation of new jobsEnsuring the energy security and affordability across the country. October's 2022-23 federal budget included a AUD 45.8 million fund over 6 years to enact this plan.  

        • Policy

        • Australia

        • 2022

        Powering Australia - Community Batteries for Household Solar grants programme

        The Community Batteries for Household Solar grants programme aims to support the deployment of community batteries across Australia. October's 2022-23 federal budget provided with AUD 224.3 million over four years to deploy 400 community-scale batteries for up to 100,000 Australian households, promoting the use of solar energy.

        • Policy

        • Australia

        • 2022

        Powering Australia - Community Solar Banks

        To foster the uptake of renewable energy in Australia, the federal government extended its solar bank policy (allowing households to buy a share of a medium-scale solar farm) to Australians living in apartments, rentals and low-income households. October's 2022-23 budget included a AUD 102.2 million grant for 25,000 Australians meeting the required criteria.

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