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Supporting the global transition to net zero emissions. ARENA is the Australian Renewable Energy Agency.

We were established by the Australian Government on 1 July 2012. Our purpose is to support the global transition to net zero emissions by accelerating the pace of pre-commercial innovation, to the benefit of Australian consumers, businesses and workers. Terms: bit.ly/ARENACommunityGuidelines

03/11/2026

'The energy transition doesn't exist without critical minerals.'

On our podcast, Anish Muchhala speaks about the importance of critical energy minerals like copper and lithium for the transition to renewable energy.

He explains why building renewables can take more metals and minerals than fossil fuel technologies, and why playing a role in cleaner supply chains is a big opportunity for Australia.

You can hear more on the newest episode of ReWired, the podcast spotlighting the Australians turning big clean energy ideas into real-world impact.

Stream the episode in full: https://brnw.ch/21x6SiB

Expressions of interest are now open for Solar Sunshot Round 3.Solar Sunshot Round 3 aims to support the manufacture, de...
01/11/2026

Expressions of interest are now open for Solar Sunshot Round 3.

Solar Sunshot Round 3 aims to support the manufacture, development and scale-up of advanced technologies that can help make large-scale solar PV cheaper and faster to build.

We want to hear from companies making and scaling technologies used to construct and operate large-scale solar farms. This includes Australian companies, and international companies willing to establish an Australian presence, with relevant capabilities in:
- racking and tracking technologies
- robotics and advanced automation
- prefabricated solar solutions
- other technologies that can reduce the cost of constructing and operating large-scale solar farms.

Explore funding documents and submit your EOI to Solar Sunshot Round 3: arena.gov.au/funding/solar-sunshot-round-3

Giving more apartment residents access electric vehicle charging at home.Today we were in Canberra to mark the installat...
30/10/2026

Giving more apartment residents access electric vehicle charging at home.

Today we were in Canberra to mark the installation of more than 80 smart charging sockets in an apartment complex as part of the latest installation in NOX Energy's national EV charging rollout.

The installation takes this ARENA-supported project, which is rolling out in at least 16 sites across Australia, to more than 750 charging sockets, with a target of around 2,000 nationwide.

NOX's technology uses load management to keep charging demand within the building’s electrical limits. It also records each participant’s electricity use and reimburses the owners corporation, so residents pay for their own electricity, rather than sharing the cost with neighbours who don’t charge an EV.

With 1 in 6 Australians living in strata properties, practical charging options will be important to making the electric vehicle transition accessible across different housing types.

The latest edition of our ARENAWire newsletter is here, bringing you insights from across ARENA's portfolio right to you...
30/10/2026

The latest edition of our ARENAWire newsletter is here, bringing you insights from across ARENA's portfolio right to your inbox.

In this edition:
- Solar Sunshot Round 3 is open, with $250 million available to support technologies that can make large-scale solar cheaper and faster to build.
- Listen to our latest ReWired podcast episode about the crucial role of critical energy minerals in Australia's energy transition.
- Our latest project announcements, including Luminous, Built Robotics, Electric Vehicle Council, Orica and more.

Subscribe now to receive the latest updates from ARENA: https://brnw.ch/21x6LRs

A Melbourne-developed battery designed for use at home, on the road and off-grid is moving towards scalable local manufa...
30/10/2026

A Melbourne-developed battery designed for use at home, on the road and off-grid is moving towards scalable local manufacturing.

We’re providing $6.77 million to support Clutch Industries to establish and operate a manufacturing line in Coburg North, Victoria for its PowerNet battery.

The portable 4 kilowatt-hour batteries use solid-state cells, allowing more energy to fit within a compact battery pack. Units can be combined to form a household energy storage system or individually used to power caravans, four-wheel drives, boats and other off-grid applications.

Funded through the Battery Breakthrough Initiative, this support will help Clutch Industries move from product development into scalable Australian manufacturing. The project will also build practical knowledge about the performance of this emerging battery technology in different real-world settings.

Learn more: https://arena.gov.au/projects/clutch-industries-pty-ltd-mod4-solid-state-powerpack-manufacturing-project/

📷: courtesy of Clutch Industries.

It's not just about economics; it's about sovereign capacity.Copper, lithium and other minerals are a huge, often overlo...
29/10/2026

It's not just about economics; it's about sovereign capacity.

Copper, lithium and other minerals are a huge, often overlooked part of the transition to renewable energy. Without large quantities of critical energy minerals, it won't be possible to manufacture the technology we need for our future.

In our new episode of ReWired, ARENA's Anish Muchhala, Acting General Manager of Heavy Industry, joins host Danny Kennedy to discuss how improving the supply chain of critical energy minerals can lead to reduced emissions, better economics, and greater sovereign capacity for Australia.

Danny also speaks with Charlie McGill, CEO of ElectraLith about how ARENA funding has help them develop technology to efficiently high-quality lithium and share insights from their work.

🎙️ Listen to the episode ‘Rethinking critical energy minerals from the ground up’ now: arena.gov.au/rewired-podcast/episode/rethinking-critical-energy-minerals-from-the-ground-up

You can also find this episode and more from the latest season of ReWired on your favourite podcast app.

‘With Solar Sunshot Round 3 we've gone bigger, we want more ambition.’In Renew Economy‘s latest episode of Solar Insider...
27/10/2026

‘With Solar Sunshot Round 3 we've gone bigger, we want more ambition.’

In Renew Economy‘s latest episode of Solar Insiders, ARENA’s Dan Sturrock speaks about the newly launched funding round of our Solar Sunshot program.

Round 3 welcomes projects ready to manufacture and scale up technologies that can make large-scale solar PV cheaper and faster to build, delivering economic benefits for Australia.

Catch the podcast episode 'Is ultra-cheap PV still within reach?' in full: https://brnw.ch/21x6GJ5

Final deadline reminder: applications for Launchpad startup funding close 4 pm AEDT Wednesday 28 October.The Launchpad p...
25/10/2026

Final deadline reminder: applications for Launchpad startup funding close 4 pm AEDT Wednesday 28 October.

The Launchpad program supports early-stage renewable energy and climate tech startups, helping to bridge the gap from early development toward commercialisation.

👉 Don’t miss your chance to apply: arena.gov.au/launchpad

(The Launchpad ecosystem funding stream will remain open until the funding is exhausted.)

23/10/2026

Calling all clean energy startups: there’s still time to apply for Launchpad startup funding.

Launchpad is ARENA’s funding program for early-stage renewable energy and climate tech startups. There are 2 funding streams designed support these startups and the ecosystem organisations that help them develop and grow.

The program is tailormade to have a rapid grant application process, so it’s quick apply and get a funding decision. If you’re a clean energy startup this is an opportunity you don’t want to miss.

Get your application in for the Launchpad startup funding stream by 4 pm AEDT Wednesday 28 October: arena.gov.au/launchpad

What if vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology could put entire commercial fleets to work supplying electricity to the grid?We...
21/10/2026

What if vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology could put entire commercial fleets to work supplying electricity to the grid?

We’re providing $4 million to JET Charge to deliver Australia’s largest commercial deployment of V2G.

The Realising Electric Vehicle-to-Grid Services 2 (REVS2) project will deploy up to 130 electric vehicles and bidirectional chargers across the ACT Government fleet.

REVS2 builds on the first iteration of the project, which ARENA funded in 2020. That trial showed EVs could safely export electricity to the grid. REVS2 takes the next step by testing how V2G can work in the everyday operations of a large commercial fleet.

Working with partners Australian National University and ActewAGL, the project will generate real-world evidence on how fleets can be rewarded for supporting the grid while still meeting their day-to-day transport needs.

Learn more about V2X and how ARENA is supporting its development in Australia: https://brnw.ch/21x6yxS

📷: courtesy of JET Charge.

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