SYDNEY : Western Australia wants to work with Chinese partners as it builds out its green energy industry, the state premier said in Beijing on Tuesday, even as the federal government has indicated a preference for other partners in the critical minerals sector. Western Australia accounts for roughly half of Australia’s goods trade with China, […]
ADB Appoints Shane Rosenthal as New Pacific Regional Director Based in Australia – EQ Mag
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA : The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has appointed Shane Rosenthal as the new Regional Director of its Pacific Liaison and Coordination Office (PLCO) in Sydney, where he will lead operations for Nauru, Solomon Islands, and Vanuatu. Mr. Rosenthal, who begins today, will also oversee the implementation of the Pacific Approach, 2021–2025, which is […]
Drivers face steep fines for parking non-electric vehicles in electric vehicle charging stations – EQ Mag
Drivers could be fined as much as $3,200 for parking in spaces for electric vehicles as part of little-known penalties introduced in four states and territories. The fines, some of them added to road rules late last year, range from $3,200 in the Australian Capital Territory to $369 in Victoria. But experts say the heavy […]
TCA’s Vehicle Charger Brand BEGIN Launches Its First Smart Charging Station in Australia – EQ Mag
As the first step towards the global market, Taiwan Carbon Assets’ (TCA) smart charging brand BEGIN partnered with Australia-based OAK Energy to hold an inauguration ceremony of smart chargers in Hope Island Marketplace, a destination in Gold Coast, Australia. This milestone demonstrated that the vehicle charging company has expanded its services overseas. Te-an Liu, general […]
TheGreenBillions to expand in sustainable energy solutions, green hydrogen in Australia – EQ Mag
New Delhi : TheGreenBillions on Tuesday announced expansion plans in sustainable energy solutions and green hydrogen in Australia in partnership with India Australia Strategic Alliance (IASA). “TheGreenBillions Limited (TGBL), a company specialising in consulting, managing, and executing sustainable initiatives, has announced its expansion plans in Australia in collaboration with the India Australia Strategic Alliance (IASA),” […]
Australian drivers facing heavy new fines for parking in electric vehicle charging spots – EQ Mag
Experts liken act known as ‘ICEing’ to parking at a fuel bowser, and say high penalties are necessary to encourage EV uptake Drivers could be fined as much as $3,200 for parking in spaces for electric vehicles as part of little-known penalties introduced in four states and territories. The fines, some of them added to […]
MNRE has agreements with Australia, Finland, Germany and UAE for promotion of bilateral cooperation in renewable energy – Union Power & NRE Minister Shri R. K. Singh – EQ Mag
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy enters into various kinds of agreements with foreign countries from time to time to promote bilateral cooperation in the field of renewable energy. Since 2022, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has signed the following Memorandums of Understanding/ Joint Declarations of Intent/Letters of Intent: A Letter of […]
There Can Be No Solution To Climate Challenges Without India Being Central To It: Australian PM – EQ Mag
Addressing a gathering at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi, Albanese said education is about growing an economy as it is the key to productivity, new ideas and more efficiency. India is in a unique position to provide leadership in the Global South and there can be no solution to climate challenges without the […]
India Mulling To Discuss Mechanism With Australia Under FTA For Smooth Supply Of Critical Minerals – EQ Mag
Australia produces almost half of the world’s lithium. It is also the second-largest producer of cobalt and the fourth-largest producer of rare earth. India is considering to discuss a mechanism with Australia for a smooth supply of their critical minerals under the comprehensive free trade agreement amid a huge demand in the domestic market, according […]
Electric vehicle charging bay designs prevent some drivers powering up – EQ Mag
Brisbane resident Chris Noble agrees electric vehicles present many opportunities with inclusive designs and modifications but he’s frustrated at charging bays that lack accessibility. Mr Noble, who has incomplete paraplegia, uses a wheelchair or walking aid to move around outside his car and charging-bay designs don’t take people like him into account. “They’re just not […]