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Government responses to COVID-19 in the energy sector

What the Australian Government, state and territory governments and energy market bodies are doing in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Support for Australian businesses during COVID-19

Financial support and help for businesses, including how to manage your business energy costs and use to save energy and money.

Support for Australian households during COVID-19

What to do if you can’t pay your energy bills, how to save energy and money at home, and information in community languages other than English.

News

Positive Energy on emissions reduction

Positive Energy highlights the many ways the Australian Government is reducing emissions and creating new industries and jobs across the country.

20 September 2021

e-extra September 2021

A monthly overview of energy news in Australia and around the world. Includes the latest on households, business, projects and innovation.

10 September 2021

AEMC sets out metering options for a smarter energy future

The AEMC has released a directions paper with recommendations for accelerating the rollout of smart meters.

17 September 2021

Protecting consumers and securing integrity of the rooftop solar sector

The Australian Government has committed $19.2 million to implement reforms to the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme.

16 September 2021

Australian Petroleum Statistics – Issue 300 July 2021

The July 2021 Australian Petroleum Statistics are now available.

15 September 2021

Investing in Australia’s net zero future

ARENA has launched its new Investment Plan to support tech innovation for Australia’s shift to net zero emissions.

10 September 2021

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Energy Apps

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Energy Rating Calculator

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COVIDSafe

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Coronavirus Australia app

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