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SUMMARY:FMA Innovation Fund: Green Metals Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will introduce the Green Metals priority area of the Program\, which aims to support first of a kind solution development and/or acceleration of commercial scale production of green metals\, including low and net zero emissions production of metals such as iron\, steel\, alumina and aluminium.  \nJoin for an overview of the program\, and details of objectives\, scope\, eligibility\, and the application process. \nParticipants will also have the opportunity to ask questions about the Program during the Q&A session.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/future-made-in-australia-innovation-fund-green-metals-webinar/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260203T073000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260203T083000
DTSTAMP:20260502T030240
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SUMMARY:FMA Innovation Fund: Low Carbon Liquid Fuels Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will introduce the Low Carbon Liquid Fuels priority area of the Program\, which supports the acceleration of commercial scale domestic production\, pre-commercial technology demonstration and feedstock and supply chain enablement. \nJoin for an overview of the program\, and details of objectives\, scope\, eligibility\, and the application process. \nParticipants will also have the opportunity to ask questions about the Program during the Q&A session.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/fma-innovation-fund-low-carbon-liquid-fuels-webinar/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260202T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260202T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T030240
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SUMMARY:FMA Innovation Fund: Renewable Energy Technology Manufacturing Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will introduce the Renewable Energy Technology Manufacturing priority area of the Program\, which supports the development of Australian manufacturing capability\, and/or innovation and commercialisation of renewable energy technologies critical to the net-zero transition. \nJoin for an overview of the program\, and details of objectives\, scope\, eligibility\, and the application process. \nParticipants will also have the opportunity to ask questions about the Program during the Q&A session
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/future-made-in-australia-innovation-fund-renewable-energy-technology-manufacturing-webinar/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251113T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251113T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T030240
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SUMMARY:Webinar: 2025 ARENA LCA Guidelines for Bioenergy Projects
DESCRIPTION:This session is designed for current and future ARENA project recipient\, as well as anyone in the bioenergy sector interested in the latest LCA developments and requirements. \nThe author and reviewed of the updated guidelines\, from Lifecycles and Edge Impact\, will be joining this event to walk through the key changes\, share their insights\, and answer your questions directly. \nThe 2025 ‘ARENA LCA Guidelines for Bioenergy Projects’ offers an updated and comprehensive framework for assessing the environmental impacts of bioenergy projects in Australia. Developed to support ARENA-funded projects\, these guidelines ensure that life cycle assessments (LCAs) are robust\, transparent\, and aligned with both internal best practice and Australia’s unique context. \n 
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/webinar-2025-arena-lca-guidelines-for-bioenergy-projects/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250917T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250917T140000
DTSTAMP:20260502T030240
CREATED:20250821T033608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T033608Z
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SUMMARY:Battery Breakthrough Initiative - Launch Webinar 2
DESCRIPTION:The $500 million Battery Breakthrough Initiative (BBI) has been announced\, a Budget measure announced by the Australian Government in May 2024 and a central part of the National Battery Strategy also released in May.\nBBI aims to enhance Australia’s battery manufacturing capability and commercialise battery manufacturing processes and technologies. BBI is a $500 million funding program to support and grow battery manufacturing in Australia. \nARENA will deliver the program and has designed the guidelines in consultation with the Department of Industry\, Science and Resources (DISR) following consultation with industry and other stakeholders.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/battery-breakthrough-initiative-launch-webinar2/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250902T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250902T103000
DTSTAMP:20260502T030240
CREATED:20250820T064001Z
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SUMMARY:Project Jupiter: WA’s path to virtual power plants at scale – lessons from project initiation
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to an industry webinar\, hosted by the Australian Renewable Energy Agency\, introducing Project Jupiter\, Western Australia’s major DER integration initiative\, delivered in partnership by Western Power\, Synergy\, the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO)\, and Energy Policy WA\, with support from ARENA. \nNow six months into delivery\, Project Jupiter is already generating valuable insights from its initiation phase\, laying the groundwork to scale customer energy participation through virtual power plants (VPPs) and addressing the technical\, market and regulatory changes needed to support this transition. \nThis session will highlight key takeaways from the project’s first two milestone reports: \n\nVision and Impact Pathway Report – A shared\, stakeholder-informed vision for DER integration\, including a framework to measure impact and track progress toward scale.\nThe National Alignment Report – Identifying how Project Jupiter complements national Consumer Energy Resource (CER) initiatives and where alignment with the NEM presents opportunities for collaboration.\n\nThe session will feature speakers from the Project Jupiter Team who will present key insights and respond to audience questions.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/project-jupiter-was-path-to-virtual-power-plants-at-scale-lessons-from-project-initiation/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250902T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250902T090000
DTSTAMP:20260502T030240
CREATED:20250821T033500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T033500Z
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SUMMARY:Battery Breakthrough Initiative - Launch Webinar 1
DESCRIPTION:The $500 million Battery Breakthrough Initiative (BBI) has been announced\, a Budget measure announced by the Australian Government in May 2024 and a central part of the National Battery Strategy also released in May.\nBBI aims to enhance Australia’s battery manufacturing capability and commercialise battery manufacturing processes and technologies. BBI is a $500 million funding program to support and grow battery manufacturing in Australia. \nARENA will deliver the program and has designed the guidelines in consultation with the Department of Industry\, Science and Resources (DISR) following consultation with industry and other stakeholders.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/battery-breakthrough-initiative-launch-webinar-1/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250729T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250729T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T030240
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SUMMARY:ARENA's Ultra Low-Cost Solar PV R&D Funding Round Webinar
DESCRIPTION:ARENA is continuing its support for research and development (R&D) and commercialisation of Australian solar PV\, with a new $60 million funding round to push innovation and take solar to ultra low-cost levels. ARENA’s ULCS goal is to achieve a Levelised Cost of Electricity (LCOE) for utility-scale solar PV of under $20 per MWh. \nThis webinar will be covering an overview of ARENA’s role and purpose\, and details on the Funding Round. They will also host Q&A at the end of the webinar.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/arenas-ultra-low-cost-solar-pv-rd-funding-round-webinar/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250723T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250723T090000
DTSTAMP:20260502T030240
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SUMMARY:ARENA Grid-Forming Battery Portfolio Series: Summary Report Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join ARENA for a webinar on the recently published Grid-Forming Battery Portfolio Series: Summary Report. This session will bring the report to life\, exploring key project learnings from the development\, connection and operation of four\, ARENA supported\, grid-forming (GFM) battery energy storage system (BESS) plants on the National Energy Market (NEM).  \nYou’ll hear from Ekistica on the technical\, regulatory and commercial advances\, learnings\, challenges\, and opportunities presented by an increasing integration of GFM BESS technology into the network. \n 
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/arena-grid-forming-battery-portfolio-series-summary-report-webinar/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250317T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250317T090000
DTSTAMP:20260502T030240
CREATED:20250315T062156Z
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SUMMARY:Community Batteries Funding Round 2 Launch Webinar
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to invite you to a webinar on the recently launched Community Batteries Funding Round 2. The webinar will cover the key features of Round 2 for organisations planning to submit an Express of Interest (EOI) proposal. \nAgenda \n\nRound 2 Overview\nARENA’s Assessment Process\nEligibility Criteria\nMerit Criteria\nKey dates & Materials\n\nThere’ll be plenty of opportunity to ask questions at the end of the webinar.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/community-batteries-funding-round-2-launch-webinar/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241029T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241029T123000
DTSTAMP:20260502T030241
CREATED:20241024T020320Z
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SUMMARY:Hot Decarbonisation Opportunities: Renewable Heat and Energy Efficiency at Industrial Facilities
DESCRIPTION:Industrial activity accounts for approximately 44% of Australia’s total emissions and 45% of energy use. With the burning of fossil fuels involved in more than half of these activities to produce process heat\, there is a real need to explore new technology pathways to decarbonise. \nOn October 29\, 2024\, ARENA will host an industry-focused webinar to highlight the latest insights drawn from feasibility studies on these technology pathways and solutions\, hearing from key players in the manufacturing\, meat processing and pet food processing industries. \nProgram \n\nTackling industrial heat: An overview of technology options – A2EP\nCase study: Integrating renewable energy and optimizing at a red meat processing facility – G. & K. O’Connor\nCase study: Recovering heat energy for re-use in manufacturing – Real Pet Foods\nCase study: Recovering biogas for heat and power from wastewater and organic waste  – Bindaree Food Group
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/hot-decarbonisation-opportunities-renewable-heat-and-energy-efficiency-at-industrial-facilities/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240930T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240930T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T030241
CREATED:20240919T044224Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: ARENA & Innovation Bay Renewable Startup Showcase 2024 Application
DESCRIPTION:This year’s Innovation Bay will allow chosen applicants to showcase and pitch their ideas to over 100 of Australia’s leading angel investors\, venture capitals (VC)\, private enterprise (PE) and corporate venture capital. Fostering an environment to create connections and supercharge growth in the clean energy space is a key focus of the program.   \nOver a series of weeks\, Innovation Bay’s program will offer start-ups a chance to pitch and engage with the broader community. The opportunity will allow them to get valuable and unique insights from founders and VCs to hone a pitch and get investment ready.  
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-arena-innovation-bay-renewable-startup-showcase-2024-application/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Showcase / Delegation / Consultation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240910T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240910T093000
DTSTAMP:20260502T030241
CREATED:20240902T033653Z
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SUMMARY:Solar Sunshot Program (ARENA) Information Session
DESCRIPTION:The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has opened the first round of the Solar Sunshot program to support innovation in Australia’s solar photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing industry. \nTwo Funding Rounds (Round 1A and Round 1B) are now open with a total of $550 million available. \nRound 1A aims to support solar PV manufacturing innovation with a focus on modules\, inputs to modules and deployment systems. Round 1B will provide funding for solar PV manufacturing studies. \nARENA will deliver the Solar Sunshot program and has co-developed the Program Guidelines with the Department of Climate Change\, Energy\, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) after extensive consultation with industry and other stakeholders. \nAbout this webinar \nIn this webinar\, ARENA will: \n\nprovide an overview of the Program Guidelines and the two open Funding Rounds – Round 1A and Round 1B.\nexplain funding eligibility and how potential applicants can engage with ARENA.\nprovide an opportunity for Q&A.\n\nARENA has published the Program Guidelines on the Solar Sunshot webpage. Please familiarise yourself with the Guidelines prior to the webinar. \nA recording of the webinar and the slides presented will be made available on the Solar Sunshot webpage. If you have queries that are not answered in the Guidelines\, Funding Announcements\, Webinar or FAQs on the webpage\, please email ‘solarsunshot@arena.gov.au’.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/solar-sunshot-program-arena-information-session/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
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