The size of the Australia Renewable Energy Market was valued at USD XX Million in 2023 and is projected to reach USD XXX Million by 2032, with an expected CAGR of 11.61% during the forecast period. Certain influencing factors that involve governmental policies, technological advancements, and public awareness about climate change will likely affect the rapidly growing and transforming renewable energy market in Australia. With an excellent resource base, abundant sunshine, and strong winds, Australia does offer scope for different solar and wind power projects. Because over the last couple of years, Australia really fast-tracked renewable energy capacity. In terms of scalability and cost declines, solar is at the very forefront, but wind plays an important role too in substantial instances where conditions are more apt. In this context, government programs like the RET and state government initiatives are playing to accelerate cleaner energy solutions, hence curbing emissions. Policies of this nature have sparked investment and innovation in both the large-scale infrastructure and the community-based, decentralized sectors. Despite this progress, problems persist with energy storage systems that can manage the intermittency of these renewable resources and provide stability in the network. The shift from fossil fuels and engagement with issues within traditional energy-based sectors also remain major challenges. That said, the renewable energy market is likely to grow further in the future in Australia and should, therefore, play a key role in the global transition towards renewable sources of energy. Recent developments include: In June 2023, Octopus Investments Australia, a renewables manager, acquired a 175 MW solar project in Queensland with a battery storage component. This will add to the existing wind farm, paving the way for the state's largest multi-technology renewable energy hub., In December 2022, Microsoft and FRV Australia teamed up to add renewable energy to the grid, which has a peak power capacity of roughly 300 megawatts, and it will supply clean energy to the electricity grid, allowing Microsoft to get closer to its global goal of converting to 100% renewable energy suppliers by 2025., In November 2022, the Australian government announced more offshore wind zone areas will be considered in Western Australia, which will help the country reach 82 percent renewable energy by 2030. In September 2022, Copenhagen Energy revealed its plans for 3GW wind projects in Western Australia.. Key drivers for this market are: 4., Increasing Investments in Renewable Energy Generation 4.; Supportive Government Policies Towards Green Energy. Potential restraints include: 4., Challenges In Installing Renewable Power in the Circulated Structure. Notable trends are: Solar Technology is Expected to Dominate the Market.

Australia is facing a fundamental rewiring of its electricity markets. As consumers, investors and governments clamour for more renewable generation, large-scale wind power is receiving an influx of capacity investment. Windy states, like South Australia and Victoria, are producing more of their electricity from wind as Australia prepares to retire the large coal-fired power stations that have powered Australia's economy for the last 50 years. Other smaller forms of renewable generation, like biomass, tidal and geothermal generation, have taken a back seat. The Federal Government's Renewable Energy Target lets eligible generators sell Large-scale Generation Certificates (LGCs), creating another income source that has justified ongoing investment in new wind power projects. Although LGC prices are sliding down as more generators flood the market, skyrocketing wholesale prices have been a welcome contrast, allowing many wind power generators to cash in on high prices on the spot market, driving up industrywide profitability. High prices have also driven expected annualised revenue growth of 7.0% over the five years through 2024-25, to reach $2.7 billion. This includes an expected hike of 4.7% in 2024-25 as wholesale prices are anticipated to spike. In 2021-22, turmoil in global energy markets, outages, weather patterns and high demand combined to raise wholesale prices in the National Electricity Market to unsustainable levels. Although prices have since eased, they remain well above pre-pandemic levels. Looking ahead, wind generation capacity is only going to increase as federal and state governments strive to hit their emissions reduction goals. Offshore wind farms will offer even more room for capacity growth, with Victoria earmarking the technology as part of its investment in renewable sources. Although offshore wind is more costly to develop and maintain, it’s projected to result in medium- and long-term growth in generation capacity. For the private sector, Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) are gaining popularity, allowing businesses to meet their sustainability targets, ensure a reliable flow of energy and manage risk in volatile wholesale markets. Overall, revenue is forecast to soar at an annualised 12.9% over the five years through 2029-30, to hit $4.9 billion.

The Government has a key role to play in planning for the future developmentof the State's energy system and in ensuring that its operation proceeds efficiently. The energy sector has a major impact on the level of community development, both... The Government has a key role to play in planning for the future developmentof the State's energy system and in ensuring that its operation proceeds efficiently. The energy sector has a major impact on the level of community development, both economic and social, within South Australia. The Government's role is one of ensuring that, within a national energy planning context, its energy agencies work co-operatively together with the private sector and the community at large to achieve specific goals for the energy sector. The Government's broad aim for the energy sector is 'To support the achievement of the community's realistic expectations with respect to standard of living, economic development and social justice through the provision of energy in its various forms in an efficient and secure manner. The following specific objectives have been endorsed as an adequate expansion of this aim: - To ensure that secure, reliable and safe supplies of energy are available in appropriate forms and at competitive prices, to meet the State's current and future energy needs. - To ensure that the State's energy infrastructure is managed and developed in an efficient, and socially and environmentally acceptable manner. - To encourage the efficient and effective utilisation of energy. - To assess, and foster the development of, the energy resources of the State and the expertise within the energy sector, for the maximum benefit of the State. This document, 'Energy Planning in South Australia, 1987', concentrates on key issues and decisions to be taken to ensure that the operation and development of the system is compatible with these objectives. It is written from the perspective of the Energy Division, Department of Mines and Energy, though it reflects much joint work being undertaken by the Department and other enerqy agencies. It first describes the broader context - international, national and local - into which State energy planning arrangements must fit. The major characteristics of the current South Australian energy system are described, followed by a discussion of the various techniques used to assess possible future developments. This leads into a discussion of key issues which will require attention from Government, in both the short and long term, to guide South Australian energy system developments. Finally, a number of recommended strategies are outlined, for adoption by Government, to guide and coordinate system development towards the achievement of the stated energy sector objectives.

In a survey conducted in 2019 about the Australian publics' opinion on climate change action, 44.6 percent of respondents stated that state and territory governments should take a leading role in action on climate change. In contrast, 7.2 percent of respondents stated they should not be taking action on climate change.

Abstract The Electrical Infrastructure database presents the spatial locations of Major Power Stations, Electricity Transmission Substations and Electricity Transmission Lines; in point and line format respectively, for known major power stations, transmission substations and transmission lines within Australia.This dataset describes Electricity Transmission Lines; structures in which high voltage electricity supply is converted, controlled or transformed. Currency Date modified: 17 January 2025 Modification frequency: As needed Data extent Spatial extent North: -9.00° South: -44.00° East: 154.00° West: 112.00° Source information In addition to Esri World Imagery, the latest information sources used to identify and attribute the electricity transmission lines were publicly available publications from utility companies, engineering firms and government agencies. Catalog entry: National Electricity Infrastructure Lineage statement The release information for previous and current versions of this dataset is included below: Data download: Mar 2015: Public release of GA’s Electricity Infrastructure Database (separated into 3 parts: Major Power stations, Electricity Transmission line and Electricity Transmission Substations) – Version 1 Mar 2017: Public release of GA’s Electricity Infrastructure Database (separated into 3 parts: Major Power stations, Electricity Transmission line and Electricity Transmission Substations) – Version 2 Feb 2021: Public release of GA’s Electricity Infrastructure Database (separated into 3 parts: Major Power stations, Electricity Transmission line and Electricity Transmission Substations) – Version 3 Nov 2024: Public release of GA’s National Electricity Infrastructure Database – Version 4 Web Service: Feb 2016: Public release as a subset of GA’s Electricity Infrastructure separated into 3 parts: Major Power stations, Electricity Transmission line and Electricity Transmission Substations) web service – Version 1 July 2017: Public release as a subset of GA’s Electricity Infrastructure separated into 3 parts: Major Power stations, Electricity Transmission line and Electricity Transmission Substations) web service – Version 2 Feb 2021: Public release as a subset of GA’s Electricity Infrastructure separated into 3 parts: Major Power stations, Electricity Transmission line and Electricity Transmission Substations) web service – Version 3 Jan 2025: Public release as GA’s National Electricity Infrastructure web service – Version 4 Data dictionary All layers

Attribute name Description

OBJECTID* Automatically generated system ID

SHAPE* Geometry type (Polyline)

FEATURETYPE A singled feature type “Transmission Line” is the collective name of the different facility subtypes identified in the CLASS field

DESCRIPTION Brief description of the feature type

CLASS The feature type subtypes:OverheadUnderground

GA_GUID A global unique ID

NAME The name of each individual feature

OPERATIONALSTATUS A description of the feature’s status:Operational (functioning as an active transmission line)Non-Operational (no longer operational as an active transmission line)

CAPACITYKV Transmission voltage of the powerline - kilovolts

STATE The state where this feature is located

SPATIALCONFIDENCE Confidence rating of the accuracy of the feature’s spatial location (5 high – 1 low)

REVISED The date the feature was last revised

COMMENT A free text field for adding general comments about this feature to external users

LENGTH_M Length of the line in metres measured along the shortest distance with Earth curvature (geodesic line).

SHAPE_Length Automatically generated length in decimal degrees

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Work at the Bureau of Mineral Resources (now Geoscience Australia) in the early 1990s was instrumental in bringing hot rocks geothermal research and development to Australia. The Energy Initiative of the Federal Government, announced in August 2006, has restarted a geothermal project in GA. This paper outlines the scope of the Onshore Energy Security Program, the development and implementation of the new Geothermal Energy Project, and progress to date. The Onshore Energy Security Program A program to acquire pre-competitive geoscience information for onshore energy prospects has begun following the Prime Minister's Energy Security Initiative. The initiative provides $58.9 million over five years to Geoscience Australia for the acquisition of new seismic, gravity, geochemistry, heat flow, radiometric, magneto-telluric and airborne electromagnetic (EM) data to attract investment in exploration for onshore petroleum, geothermal, uranium and thorium energy sources. The program will be delivered in collaboration with the States and Territory under the existing National Geoscience Agreement. A set of principles have been developed to guide the program. According to the principles, proposed work must: promote exploration for energy-related resources, especially in greenfields areas; improve discovery rates for energy-related resources; be of national and/or strategic importance; and data acquisition must be driven by science. The program is structured with national-scale projects for each energy commodity (geothermal, petroleum, uranium and thorium) and for geophysical and geochemical acquisition. Regional scale projects in Georgetown-Isa, Gawler-Curnamona, Northern WA and the Northern Territory areas will assess the energy potential of those areas in detail. Other regions will be prioritised at a later stage of the OESP.

Formulating the Geoscience Australia Geothermal Energy Project Based on consultation with State and Territory geological surveys and geothermal exploration companies, a list of the impediments faced by geothermal companies was identified. The Geothermal Energy Project addresses those that require geoscience input. The greatest geological problem facing explorers is a lack of understanding of the distribution of temperature in the upper crust of Australia. The two existing datasets that map temperature and heat distribution - the Austherm map of temperature at 5 km depth, and a database of heat flow measurements - both require a great deal of infilling. It is also possible to make predictive maps of expected heat based on geological models. These three ways of mapping heat, and the work that the project will do in each of these areas, is described in more detail in later sections. Other geoscience inputs that will help improve discovery rates and/or reduce risk to explorers and investors include a comprehensive and accessible geothermal geoscience information system, a better understanding of the stress state of the Australian crust, better access to seismic monitors during reservoir stimulation, and a Reserve & Resource definition scheme. Increasing the awareness of Australia's geothermal potential amongst decision makers and the general public may also help the funding of the development of the industry through Government support and investor confidence. The Geothermal Project has involvement in all of these activities, as outlined in later sections.

The Department for Energy and Mining responded with agility to the immense challenges created by the COVID-19 pandemic throughout 2020-21, to deliver important projects for the people of South Australia. The Department’s work enabled our essential... The Department for Energy and Mining responded with agility to the immense challenges created by the COVID-19 pandemic throughout 2020-21, to deliver important projects for the people of South Australia. The Department’s work enabled our essential energy and mining sectors to operate safely and seamlessly to perform strongly and deliver essential services. With the effective COVID-19 pandemic response settings in place, copper miners achieved a record of $3.3 billion in gross sales, new benchmarks were set for renewable energy generation in the state’s electricity mix, and electricity prices fell for households and industry. The Department ensured that both our staff and our stakeholders received regular communications to enable them to effectively respond to changing circumstances in order to operate safely and engage on policy development.

The North American Automated Demand Response Management System (ADRMS) market is experiencing robust growth, driven by increasing electricity prices, the integration of renewable energy sources, and stringent government regulations aimed at improving grid stability and efficiency. The market's compound annual growth rate (CAGR) exceeding 25.50% from 2019 to 2024 indicates significant investor interest and adoption across various sectors. This growth is fueled by the rising demand for smart grids, improved energy efficiency, and the need for better grid management to accommodate intermittent renewable energy sources like solar and wind power. Key players, including ABB Ltd, Siemens AG, and Honeywell International Inc., are heavily investing in research and development, leading to innovative solutions and increased market competition. The market is segmented geographically, with the United States holding the largest market share due to its advanced infrastructure and significant investments in smart grid technologies. Canada and Mexico also contribute significantly, although at a smaller scale compared to the US, reflecting ongoing modernization efforts within their energy sectors. The forecast period of 2025-2033 projects continued expansion, with growth driven by factors such as the increasing adoption of smart meters, the growth of the Internet of Things (IoT) within energy management, and the expanding adoption of advanced analytics for better grid optimization. However, challenges like high initial investment costs for implementing ADRMS, concerns about data security and privacy, and the need for robust cybersecurity measures could potentially hinder market growth to some extent. Despite these restraints, the long-term outlook for the North American ADRMS market remains positive, with considerable potential for growth driven by the continuous advancements in technology and the increasing urgency to manage energy resources effectively and sustainably. The market is expected to see substantial growth, potentially reaching several billion dollars by 2033, based on the current CAGR and considering the market's strong underlying growth drivers. Recent developments include: July 2022: Australia and the United States, at the Sydney Energy Forum signed an agreement to helps in achieving greater international research collaborations in areas related to renewable energy, electricity grids, hydrogen, and plastic wastes.. Notable trends are: Increased Penetration of Renewable Energy to Drive the Market.

Western Power is continually renewing and upgrading the distribution overhead network when assets are coming to the end of their service life. Traditionally, the work involves like-for-like replacement of these assets, however when identified as beneficial to the community and cost effective to do so, Western Power is installing electrical infrastructure below ground to improved safety and reduce the likelihood of outages. Western Power currently manages three programs converting the overhead network to underground power. State Underground Power Program (SUPP) – the cost of undergrounding is shared between the State Government, Western Power, Local Government Authorities and property owners. Network Renewal Undergrounding Program Pilot (NRUPP) – driven by Western Power to target areas with a high density of aging overhead assets. Customer Funded / Retrospective Undergrounding Projects (RUP) – funded by Local Government Authorities (LGAs) or land developers as part of a new residential connection. This resource provides data on zones within Western Power’s underground power projects, existing, in construction & planned.

The Sedan lignite deposit was discovered in 1979 and was subsequently investigated as fuel for an onsite conventional thermal power station. At that time, predicted high future energy demand by the 1990s required the state government to put in... The Sedan lignite deposit was discovered in 1979 and was subsequently investigated as fuel for an onsite conventional thermal power station. At that time, predicted high future energy demand by the 1990s required the state government to put in place serious lead plans for constructing at least an additional 750 MW of electricity generating capacity. However, in the late 1980s a government decision was taken not to establish any new thermal power generation facilities in South Australia due to the then unforseen low load growth and financial constraints caused in part by the State Bank failure, and so well-advanced proposals for building a large coal mine and electricity generation station at Sedan became mothballed. When Sedan deposit owner CSR shortly afterwards withdrew from the mining industry, rights to the undeveloped asset there passed to Shell Australia and ultimately to Anglo Coal Australia. In October 2000 private company GTL Energy entered into an agreement with Anglo to re-evaluate the Sedan resource for development using new coal processing technologies for which the former has patent control, and to assess its suitability for providing fuel and coal conversion feedstock to an Integrated Gasification Combined Cycle (IGCC) power plant and a Fischer-Tropsch Gas-to-Liquids (GTL) synfuel production facility. In July 2001, contractor JLC Exploration Services was retained by GTL Energy's local operating arm Murraylands Exploration to supervise the drilling of one vertical 4" diameter rotary mud / corehole at Sedan, which was designed to re-sample the thickest part of the coal-bearing Early Tertiary sediments at the centre of the coal deposit, and also to investigate the metals prospectivity of the topmost underlying Cambrian metasedimentary bedrock. Drillhole MLE2 was completed at a TD of 76.5 m on 21/9/2001, and 8 core samples were collected to send overseas for laboratory coal analyses and bench-scale metallurgical tests. Parameters measured relative to various coal particle size fractions were proximate analysis, ultimate analysis, the distribution of chlorine, ash elements and energy content, moisture content vs heating value, drying characteristics, ash fusion behaviour, and amenability of the solid coal to briquetting and slurrying to utilise excess undersize lignite fines and to optimise furnace combustion behaviour and gasifier handling. The results of these and other coal metallurgical studies recently conducted for GTL Energy have successfully demonstrated that Sedan lignite is suitable for gasification after beneficiation. The syngas (hydrogen + carbon monoxide) product is suitable for direct turbine combustion and tail-heat capture by boiler/steam turbine to effect IGCC electrical power generation, besides being amenable to GTL synthesis of liquid hydrocarbon fuels and other products, including substantial amounts of readily saleable by-product sulphur. Economic considerations based on a newly devised mine plan for supplying a 373 MW power station have determined that the project is potentially viable under particular market conditions, but the current uncertainty within the SA energy market and an overall vague national energy policy are precluding reliable forecasting. Hence the project's economics are still unclear, and this deterrent is reflected in continuing low investment enthusiasm displayed by the finance sector, which has caused a public listing of the company stock to be delayed. Nor could any strategic alliances be set up with current players in the Australian power generation or coal production businesses. However, GTL Energy believes that the project will become attractive in the future as the price of natural gas rises and the demand for power and clean-burning transport fuels increases. The Sedan deposit is thought to be capable of supplying enough coal to ensure a 40 to 50 year IGCC plant life.

The Asia-Pacific Pumped Hydro Storage (PHS) market is experiencing robust growth, driven by increasing demand for renewable energy integration and grid stability. With a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 4.70% from 2019 to 2024, the market is projected to continue its expansion through 2033. This growth is fueled by several key factors. Firstly, the region's commitment to reducing carbon emissions and transitioning to cleaner energy sources necessitates reliable and efficient energy storage solutions. PHS technology offers a mature, scalable, and cost-effective solution to address intermittency challenges associated with solar and wind power. Secondly, government policies and incentives promoting renewable energy adoption are providing a significant impetus to the market. Investments in grid modernization and expansion are further enhancing the market outlook. Finally, technological advancements leading to improved efficiency, reduced costs, and enhanced lifespan of PHS systems are contributing to market expansion. Competition among established players like Enel SpA, General Electric, Siemens AG, and Voith GmBH & Co KGaA, alongside regional players, is fostering innovation and driving down prices, making PHS a more attractive option for utilities and energy developers. However, challenges remain. The high capital expenditure required for PHS project development can act as a barrier to entry for smaller players. Furthermore, the lengthy permitting and approval processes, coupled with environmental concerns related to land use and water resource management, can hinder project implementation. Despite these restraints, the long-term outlook for the Asia-Pacific PHS market remains positive, driven by the increasing urgency to address energy security concerns and the sustained push for renewable energy integration. The market segmentation, while not explicitly provided, is likely to reflect variations in project size, technology type (e.g., conventional, advanced), and geographical distribution across the diverse Asia-Pacific landscape. Future growth will be shaped by the successful navigation of regulatory hurdles and continued innovation in PHS technology. Recent developments include: Jun 2023: Torrent Power, a private-sector integrated utility in India, marked an accord with the Maharashtra state government to develop three pumped storage hydro projects aggregating to 5.7 GW capacity. The projects involve an estimated investment of USD 3.27 billion and employ about 13,500 people during the construction phase., Feb 2023: GE Hydro Solutions inaugurated the final two 300 MW turbines at a pumped hydro energy storage plant in Anhui Province, China.. Key drivers for this market are: 4., Renewable Energy Integration4.; Supportive Government Policies and Regulations. Potential restraints include: 4., Renewable Energy Integration4.; Supportive Government Policies and Regulations. Notable trends are: Closed-loop Segment is Expected to Witness Significant Growth.

AbstractThe Electrical Infrastructure database presents the spatial locations of Major Power Stations, Electricity Transmission Substations and Electricity Transmission Lines; in point and line format respectively, for known major power stations, transmission substations and transmission lines within Australia.This dataset describes Transmission Substations; structures in which high voltage electricity supply is converted, controlled or transformed. Currency Date modified: 17 January 2025 Modification frequency: As needed Data extent Spatial extent North: -9.00° South: -44.00° East: 154.00° West: 112.00° Source information In addition to Esri World Imagery, the latest information sources used to identify and attribute the electricity transmission lines were publicly available publications from utility companies, engineering firms and government agencies. Catalog entry: National Electricity Infrastructure Lineage statement The release information for previous and current versions of this dataset is included below: Data download: Mar 2015: Public release of GA’s Electricity Infrastructure Database (separated into 3 parts: Major Power stations, Electricity Transmission line and Electricity Transmission Substations) – Version 1 Mar 2017: Public release of GA’s Electricity Infrastructure Database (separated into 3 parts: Major Power stations, Electricity Transmission line and Electricity Transmission Substations) – Version 2 Feb 2021: Public release of GA’s Electricity Infrastructure Database (separated into 3 parts: Major Power stations, Electricity Transmission line and Electricity Transmission Substations) – Version 3 Nov 2024: Public release of GA’s National Electricity Infrastructure Database – Version 4 Web Service: Feb 2016: Public release as a subset of GA’s Electricity Infrastructure separated into 3 parts: Major Power stations, Electricity Transmission line and Electricity Transmission Substations) web service – Version 1 July 2017: Public release as a subset of GA’s Electricity Infrastructure separated into 3 parts: Major Power stations, Electricity Transmission line and Electricity Transmission Substations) web service – Version 2 Feb 2021: Public release as a subset of GA’s Electricity Infrastructure separated into 3 parts: Major Power stations, Electricity Transmission line and Electricity Transmission Substations) web service – Version 3 Jan 2025: Public release as GA’s National Electricity Infrastructure web service – Version 4 Data dictionary All layers

Attribute name Description

OBJECTID* Automatically generated system ID

SHAPE* Geometry type (Point)

FEATURETYPE A singled feature type “Substation” is the collective name of the different facility subtypes identified in the CLASS field

DESCRIPTION Brief description of the feature type

CLASS The feature type subtypes:Bulk Supply PointSole UseSubstationSubtransmissionSwitchyardTerminalTransmissionZone

GA_GUID A global unique id

NAME The name of this feature

OPERATIONALSTATUS A description of the feature’s status:Operational (functioning as a substation)Non-Operational (no longer operational as a substation)

VOLTAGEKV The largest voltage, if multiple, transmission line transmitted to the substation - kilovolts

LOCALITYThe Location, such as suburb or town, where this feature is located

STATE The state where this feature is located

SPATIALCONFIDENCE Confidence rating of the accuracy of the feature’s spatial location (5 high to 1 low)

REVISED The date the feature was last revised

COMMENT A free text field for adding general comments about this feature to external users

X_COORDINATE Degree of longitude

Y_COORDINATE Degree of latitude

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This dataset maps Strategic Assessment areas listed under section 146 of the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation (EPBC Act), whereby the Australian Government Environment Minister may agree to assess the impacts of actions under a policy, plan or program including but not limited to: - regional-scale development plans and policies - large-scale industrial development and associated infrastructure - fire, vegetation/resource or pest management policies, plans or programs - water extraction/use policies - infrastructure plans and policies - industry sector policies Within this context a strategic assessment normally applies to multiple natured projects which would otherwise be assessed on a case-by-case basis under Part 9 of the EPBC Act. A strategic assessment is a collaborative assessment process between the Australian Government and an appropriate proponent. Proponents can include: - state governments - local governments - urban development industry - mining and resource companies.

The Marshall Liberal government has initiated Growth State – Our Plan for Prosperity recognising we need to do things differently to create an environment that is conducive to economic growth and a more sustainable, prosperous future for South... The Marshall Liberal government has initiated Growth State – Our Plan for Prosperity recognising we need to do things differently to create an environment that is conducive to economic growth and a more sustainable, prosperous future for South Australians. Carefully designed to leverage South Australia’s competitive advantages, Growth State is a work plan to promote industry growth by responding to the needs of business and industries. At its heart, Growth State articulates what government is doing, informed by what industry needs. Growth State is a coordinated government commitment to real, concrete actions and deliverables. This Consultation Paper defines the scope of the energy and mining sector and suggests ambitious targets to support the objectives of Growth State. It also seeks feedback to define what business needs so further actions can be identified that will encourage confidence and address barriers to investment. The final version of the Strategy will inform government of the energy and mining sector’s priority needs in delivering stronger growth and will highlight relevant government commitments.

The size of the Australia Battery Industry market was valued at USD 1.29 Million in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 2.27 Million by 2032, with an expected CAGR of 8.41% during the forecast period. The battery sector in Australia is witnessing significant expansion, driven by the rising demand for energy storage solutions as the nation transitions to renewable energy sources. As Australia progresses towards a more sustainable energy landscape, the necessity for effective and dependable battery storage systems has become essential for addressing the variability of solar and wind energy. This sector includes a diverse array of battery technologies, with lithium-ion being particularly preferred due to its high energy density and performance characteristics, alongside emerging technologies such as flow batteries and solid-state batteries. Government initiatives and policies, including the National Energy Productivity Plan and various incentives at the state level, are actively facilitating the growth of battery storage infrastructure. These initiatives aim to improve grid stability, lower energy costs, and encourage the integration of renewable energy sources. Furthermore, Australia’s substantial investment in electric vehicles (EVs) is increasing the demand for advanced battery technologies, thereby further stimulating industry growth. Despite its promising outlook, the sector encounters challenges such as high initial costs, supply chain issues related to raw materials, and the necessity for improvements in recycling technologies. Nevertheless, ongoing technological advancements and supportive regulatory frameworks position Australia’s battery sector for sustained growth, contributing to the nation’s overarching objectives of energy efficiency and sustainability. Recent developments include: June 2023: Engie, Eku Energy, and Fluence commissioned the Hazelwood big battery, Australia's first large-scale battery project, at the former coal site of a power station in the state of Victoria. The 150 MW battery claims several Australian firsts in its design and operation., January 2023: The United States-Australian company Recharge Industries planned to build a large battery cell factory in Australia and appointed Accenture as an engineering services provider to take the project forward. When fully operational, the lithium-ion battery cell factory is expected to offer an annual capacity of up to 30 GWh.. Key drivers for this market are: 4., Increasing Demand from EV Sector4.; Supportive Government Policies. Potential restraints include: 4., Lack of Development in Battery Production Supply Chain. Notable trends are: SLI Battery Application to Dominate the Market.

Important: This item is being replaced with the following item: Electricity Transmission Lines in the Digital Atlas of Australia. Availability of this dataset through this web service will continue until Monday, 19 May 2025. There is no change to the underlying data at this time. Abstract The Electrical Infrastructure database presents the spatial locations of Major Power Stations, Electricity Transmission Substations and Electricity Transmission Lines; in point and line format respectively, for known major power stations, transmission substations and transmission lines within Australia.This dataset describes Electricity Transmission Lines; structures in which high voltage electricity supply is converted, controlled or transformed. Currency Date modified: 17 January 2025 Modification frequency: As needed Data extent Spatial extent North: -9.00° South: -44.00° East: 154.00° West: 112.00° Source information In addition to Esri World Imagery, the latest information sources used to identify and attribute the electricity transmission lines were publicly available publications from utility companies, engineering firms and government agencies. Catalog entry: National Electricity Infrastructure Lineage statement The release information for previous and current versions of this dataset is included below: Data download: Mar 2015: Public release of GA’s Electricity Infrastructure Database (separated into 3 parts: Major Power stations, Electricity Transmission line and Electricity Transmission Substations) – Version 1 Mar 2017: Public release of GA’s Electricity Infrastructure Database (separated into 3 parts: Major Power stations, Electricity Transmission line and Electricity Transmission Substations) – Version 2 Feb 2021: Public release of GA’s Electricity Infrastructure Database (separated into 3 parts: Major Power stations, Electricity Transmission line and Electricity Transmission Substations) – Version 3 Nov 2024: Public release of GA’s National Electricity Infrastructure Database – Version 4 Web Service: Feb 2016: Public release as a subset of GA’s Electricity Infrastructure separated into 3 parts: Major Power stations, Electricity Transmission line and Electricity Transmission Substations) web service – Version 1 July 2017: Public release as a subset of GA’s Electricity Infrastructure separated into 3 parts: Major Power stations, Electricity Transmission line and Electricity Transmission Substations) web service – Version 2 Feb 2021: Public release as a subset of GA’s Electricity Infrastructure separated into 3 parts: Major Power stations, Electricity Transmission line and Electricity Transmission Substations) web service – Version 3 Jan 2025: Public release as GA’s National Electricity Infrastructure web service – Version 4 Data dictionary All layers

Attribute name Description

OBJECTID* Automatically generated system ID

SHAPE* Geometry type (Polyline)

FEATURETYPE A singled feature type “Transmission Line” is the collective name of the different facility subtypes identified in the CLASS field

DESCRIPTION Brief description of the feature type

CLASS The feature type subtypes:OverheadUnderground

GA_GUID A global unique ID

NAME The name of each individual feature

OPERATIONALSTATUS A description of the feature’s status:Operational (functioning as an active transmission line)Non-Operational (no longer operational as an active transmission line)

CAPACITYKV Transmission voltage of the powerline - kilovolts

STATE The state where this feature is located

SPATIALCONFIDENCE Confidence rating of the accuracy of the feature’s spatial location (5 high – 1 low)

REVISED The date the feature was last revised

COMMENT A free text field for adding general comments about this feature to external users

LENGTH_M Length of the line in metres measured along the shortest distance with Earth curvature (geodesic line).

SHAPE_Length Automatically generated length in decimal degrees

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The size of the Australia Rooftop Solar Panel Market was valued at USD XX Million in 2023 and is projected to reach USD XXX Million by 2032, with an expected CAGR of 9.00% during the forecast period. The Australia rooftop solar panel market refers to the sector dedicated to the installation and utilization of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems on residential and commercial rooftops across the country. Australia is recognized as a global leader in solar energy adoption, with one of the highest per capita rates of rooftop solar installations in the world. The increasing demand for renewable energy sources, coupled with government incentives and policies aimed at reducing carbon emissions, has significantly propelled the growth of this market. Several factors contribute to the robust expansion of the rooftop solar panel market in Australia. Firstly, the country's abundant sunlight provides an ideal environment for solar energy generation, making it a viable alternative to conventional energy sources. Government initiatives, such as the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES) and various state-level rebates, incentivize homeowners and businesses to invest in solar technology. Additionally, advancements in solar panel technology have led to increased efficiency and reduced costs, making solar installations more accessible to a broader audience. Recent developments include: January 2022: Semper Solaris partnered with Enphase Energy, Inc., a global energy technology company, to deploy IQ8 solar microinverters, which provide sunlight backup during an outage for residential rooftop installation., September 2022: Solar Bay and Logos commenced construction of Australia's largest roof-mounted solar storage project, airlifting in the first of more than 120,000 solar panels that were expected to be installed atop an 800,000 sqm industrial warehousing facility in southwestern Sydney.. Key drivers for this market are: 4., Increasing Demand for Backup Applications in Data Centers4.; Rising Power Outages to Increase the Demand for UPS. Potential restraints include: 4., High Capital Cost and Operation Expenditure of UPS Systems. Notable trends are: Residential Segment to Dominate the Market.

Australian energy consumption and energy intensity compared with gross domestic product, 1973–74 to 2014–15 (percentage 1973-74 levels)\r \r Department of Industry and Science 2015. Australian Energy Update 2015. Australian Government, Canberra \r \r Figure DRV4 in Drivers report.\r https://soe.environment.gov.au/theme/drivers/topic/economic-activity-driver-environmental-change#Figure_DRV4

Commonwealth and state government interventions to boost renewable energy capacity and reduce the country's reliance on carbon-emitting fossil fuels have underpinned the industry's performance. Australia is a signatory to international agreements to curb greenhouse emissions and address climate change, which underpins the push for renewable energy options. The Renewable Energy Target (RET) compels electricity generators and retailers to increase the share of power they generate from renewable sources. The Commonwealth's RET was met in early 2021, but most state and territory governments have independently legislated more stringent RETs. Industry revenue is expected to have inched downwards at an annualised 0.4% over the five years through 2024-25, to $3.1 billion. This is despite an anticipated upswing of 16.9% in 2024-25 from construction on the Golden Plains Wind Farm (WF) in Victoria. The industry displays wide fluctuations in revenue, which reflects the start-up and completion of significant developments and Australia’s changing political and regulatory environment. Revenue surged to a peak in 2021-22 on the back of investment in medium- and large-scale wind farms, including the 530-megawatt (MW) Stockyard Hill WF in Victoria, the 227MW Collector WF and the 244MW Bango WF in New South Wales, and the 214MW Yandin WF in Western Australia. The completion of the Rye Park WF in New South Wales and most stages of the MacIntyre WF in Queensland has contributed to weaker construction activity in recent years. The industry's performance gathers momentum as projects in the planning pipeline are started. Progress on several large-scale wind farms, including the Golden Plains WF, the Clarke Creek WF in Queensland and the Goyder South WF in South Australia, will ensure solid construction activity over the short term. The industry's prospects will strengthen with the approval of offshore generating capacity. The anticipated start-up of the Star of the South WF off the coast of Victoria and the planned start-up of the giant Australian Renewable Energy Hub in Western Australia will notably strengthen the industry’s performance. Industry revenue is forecast to climb at an annualised 5.9% over the five years through 2029-30 to reach $4.1 billion.

The Australian battery industry, valued at $1.29 billion in 2025, is experiencing robust growth, projected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.41% from 2025 to 2033. This growth is fueled by several key factors. The increasing adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) is a significant driver, creating substantial demand for automotive batteries. Furthermore, the burgeoning renewable energy sector, particularly solar and wind power, is driving the need for energy storage solutions, bolstering the market for stationary batteries in both industrial and residential applications. Growth in the consumer electronics sector, with its reliance on portable batteries, also contributes to overall market expansion. Key players like Century Yuasa Batteries Pty Ltd, EnerSys Australia Pty Ltd, and Robert Bosch (Australia) Pty Ltd are strategically positioned to capitalize on this growth, focusing on lithium-ion and lead-acid battery technologies. While the market faces challenges such as fluctuating raw material prices and technological advancements in competing energy storage systems, the overall outlook remains positive, particularly given government initiatives promoting renewable energy adoption and the broader global shift towards electrification. The Australian battery market is segmented by technology (Li-ion, lead-acid, others) and application (SLI batteries, industrial, portable, automotive, others). Li-ion batteries are expected to dominate the market due to their higher energy density and longer lifespan, gradually replacing lead-acid batteries in many applications. However, lead-acid batteries will maintain a significant market share, particularly in the SLI (starting, lighting, ignition) segment for traditional vehicles. The industrial and stationary storage segments are projected to witness significant growth driven by renewable energy integration and the increasing demand for reliable backup power. The automotive sector, fueled by EV adoption, presents a substantial opportunity for future growth, with a potential for significant market share gains from lithium-ion battery manufacturers. The competitive landscape is characterized by a mix of global and domestic players, creating a dynamic market with ongoing innovation and competition. Recent developments include: June 2023: Engie, Eku Energy, and Fluence commissioned the Hazelwood big battery, Australia's first large-scale battery project, at the former coal site of a power station in the state of Victoria. The 150 MW battery claims several Australian firsts in its design and operation., January 2023: The United States-Australian company Recharge Industries planned to build a large battery cell factory in Australia and appointed Accenture as an engineering services provider to take the project forward. When fully operational, the lithium-ion battery cell factory is expected to offer an annual capacity of up to 30 GWh.. Key drivers for this market are: 4., Increasing Demand from EV Sector4.; Supportive Government Policies. Potential restraints include: 4., Increasing Demand from EV Sector4.; Supportive Government Policies. Notable trends are: SLI Battery Application to Dominate the Market.