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Tomago Aluminium Smelter - Another Rescue Package For Large Energy Consumers

Many industrial customers face rising energy costs, among other challenges. We look at examples of government support provided so far.

Australia Energy

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

The standalone BESS: now subject to Queensland's new "social impact" planning regime

Standalone battery energy storage system developments are subject to Qld's new renewables planning regime (introduced earlier this year for wind & solar farms).

Australia Energy

CG

Cooper Grace Ward

The Latest On EPBC Clean Energy Project Approvals

Our analysis of the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (Cth) (EPBC Act) Public Portal has shown improvements in the timeframes for controlled action decisions...

Australia Energy

KL

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Essential IP Tips For Critical Minerals & Cleantech Innovations – First Steps

Australia is at a pivotal moment in clean technology development, driven by aligned international and domestic initiatives.

Australia Energy

SF

Spruson & Ferguson

NSW Clean Energy Approvals Greater Source Of Delay Than Federal EPBC, As Wind Farm Approval Costs Reach Up To $100 Million: Survey

Australia Energy

KL

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

October 2025 ESG Policy Update—Australia

Australia Commercial

KG

K&L Gates LLP

Complex Renewables Projects – Past Lessons, Current Risks And Future Success

Australia Energy

HR

Holding Redlich

Queensland Energy Bill Removes Renewable Energy Targets, With A Shift To Infrastructure Focus

Australia Energy

KL

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Trading intangibles across borders: legal and regulatory considerations for Australian resource companies

Australia Energy

CC

Corrs Chambers Westgarth

Bridging The Gap: Clear Investment Conditions Crucial To Powering Australia's Energy Transition

Australia Energy

AM

Alvarez & Marsal

Australia's $120B+ Clean Energy Transition At Risk

Australia Energy

AM

Alvarez & Marsal

Building The Future: Construction And The Energy Transition

Australia Energy

KL

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Keeping Up With ESG In Australia – October 2025

Australia Commercial

KL

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Australia Sets 2035 Emissions Reduction Target

Australia Environment

KL

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Inside Safety Podcast Series - Episode 3, Part 1 - Director's Duties

Australia Employment

KL

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

ESSENTIAL ESG SPECIAL EDITION - Responsible AI Governance: Emerging Legal Risks And Regulatory Trends

Australia Technology

CC

Corrs Chambers Westgarth

Essential ESG: Episode 25 – Operating Responsibly In Conflict-affected Areas: The Role Of Grievance Mechanisms

Australia Commercial

CC

Corrs Chambers Westgarth

Insights Into Unique Court Decisions, With Pavlos Stavropoulos, Senior Disputes And Insolvency Solicitor At Addisons

Australia Insolvency

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Cathro & Partners

Essential ESG: Episode 26 – Insights From The 2025 UN Forum On Business And Human Rights

Australia Environment

CC

Corrs Chambers Westgarth

Unlocking value: Renewable energy projects on South Australian farms

Outlines commercial benefits of hosting renewable energy infrastructure & the key legal considerations SA landowners should keep front of mind.

Australia Energy

MO

Mellor Olsson Lawyers

The EPBC Act Is Up For Review Again. A Few Tweaks Could Make It Much Better

After the unsuccessful bid to introduce the "nature positive" changes prior to the recent Federal election, new discussions are emerging about the future direction of the Environment Protection...

Australia Environment

KL

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Major Expansion Of The Capacity Investment Scheme. What It Means For Your Project

This announcement builds on the recent reforms to the CIS tender process, which were outlined in our previous update. Together, these changes represent a major opportunity...

Australia Energy

KL

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

New Community Benefit Agreements For Queensland Renewables Projects

The Planning (Social Impact and Community Benefit) and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2025 commenced on 18 July 2025, making Social Impact Assessments and Community Benefit Agreements...

Australia Energy

KL

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Transforming Queensland's Energy Landscape

Australia Energy

KL

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

New social impact and community benefit requirements begin for large-scale wind and solar development

Australia Environment

HR

Holding Redlich

Major Changes Announced For Capacity Investment Scheme Tender Process

Australia Energy

KL

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

NSW Releases Strategic Benefit Payment Guidelines For Hosting Transmission Infrastructure

Australia Energy

KL

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Keeping Up With ESG In Australia – June 2025

Australia Environment

KL

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Social Capital - The New Currency For Queensland Wind And Solar

Australia Energy

ML

Moulis Legal

FIRB portal changes: What renewable energy investors need to know

Australia Immigration

HR

Holding Redlich

February 2025 ESG Policy Update — Australia

Australia Environment

KG

K&L Gates LLP

December 2024 ESG Policy Update—Australia

Worldwide Energy

KG

K&L Gates LLP

Environment and Climate Regulation Comparative Guide

Australia Environment

M

Maddocks

FIRB portal changes: What renewable energy investors need to know

Discusses key changes in the FIRB portal for renewable energy investors.

Australia Immigration

HR

Holding Redlich

February 2025 ESG Policy Update — Australia

On 24 January 2025, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) released its key issues outlook for 2025 which provides insights for Australian businesses...

Australia Environment

KG

K&L Gates LLP

December 2024 ESG Policy Update—Australia

On 3 December 2024, the Australian Government approved an AU$75 million equity investment in the Singapore Government's Financing Asia's Transition Partnership (FAST-P) initiative.

Worldwide Energy

KG

K&L Gates LLP

Environment and Climate Regulation Comparative Guide

Environment and Climate Regulation Comparative Guide for the jurisdiction of Australia, check out our comparative guides section to compare across multiple countries

Australia Environment

M

Maddocks

Powering Change - Legal Milestones And Renewable Energy's Path Forward

Australia Energy

ML

Moulis Legal

Hold-up On Australia's Road To Net Zero

Transitioning to green energy is not a cakewalk. A lack of preparedness of the legal pathways is hindering achievement of the objective.

Australia Energy

ML

Moulis Legal

Australia second in cleantech growth – tips for in-house counsel

Australia is a hotbed for innovation in the renewable energy sector. Tips for in-house counsel working in the cleantech space.

Australia Energy

SF

Spruson & Ferguson

Legal and social licence considerations for nuclear energy in Australia

Possibility of the introduction of nuclear energy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Australia.

Australia Energy

CC

Corrs Chambers Westgarth

Power To The Plough

Have you been contacted by an energy developer looking to build a renewable energy project on your farm but are unsure if what you are being presented is a good offer?

Australia Energy

FC

FTI Consulting

Proposed New Australian Hydrogen Production Incentives And Support

Australia Energy

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K&L Gates LLP

Locking In The Green Energy Transition: Hydrogen Ready For Takeoff, Or A Reality Check?

Worldwide Energy

NR

Norton Rose Fulbright Hong Kong

Australia's 2024-2025 Federal Budget: Supporting Opportunities For Investment In The Energy Transition

Australia Energy

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Norton Rose Fulbright Hong Kong

Future made in Australia (FMIA): Federal Budget commitments to energy transition and critical minerals

Australia Energy

CC

Corrs Chambers Westgarth

Federal Budget 24-25 "Future Made in Australia" features for cleantech

Australia Energy

SF

Spruson & Ferguson

Consultation vital for new Hydrogen and Renewable Energy Act regulations

Australia Energy

MO

Mellor Olsson Lawyers

Public Consultation Open: Proposed Offshore Wind Zone In The Indian Ocean Off The Bunbury Region, Western Australia

Australia Energy

HS

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Infrastructure and renewable energy in 2024: key trends to watch

Australia Energy

CC

Corrs Chambers Westgarth

Clean Fuel Of The Future: Policy And Legislation Shaping Australia's Hydrogen Industry

Australia Energy

JD

Jones Day

Legislation changes have impact on businesses in the agricultural industry

Australia Real Estate

MO

Mellor Olsson Lawyers

Report on Energy (Renewable Transformation and Jobs) Bill 2023 due soon in Queensland

Australia Energy

CG

Cooper Grace Ward

New Year, New Environment Legislation

Australia Environment

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

NSW Legislates Short And Long Term Targets To Achieve Net Zero Emissions By 2050

Australia Environment

HS

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

COP28: Taking Stock Of Progress

Australia Energy

NR

Norton Rose Fulbright Hong Kong

Changes To The Australian GreenPower Accreditation Program In 2024 And 2025

Australia Energy

HS

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

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Clearance Achieved: Securing Regulatory Approval For NSW's First Renewable Energy Zone (Video)

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FTI Consulting

How can Corporate PPAs deliver Europes renewable ambitions?

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Norton Rose Fulbright Australia

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