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Hunter solar, wind and battery projects proposed to support Kurri Kurri data centre

13 November 2026

An agreement between AirTrunk and European Energy Australia could bring up to 610 MW of renewable generation and at least 800 MWh of battery storage

EnergyLab offers free places in climate technology commercialisation program

12 November 2026

Researchers working on decarbonisation technologies have an opportunity to explore the commercial potential of their work through a nine-week program, with 10 fully subsidised places

German industrial transition experience to inform Hunter’s future at December event

10 November 2026

An upcoming event at the University of Newcastle will explore lessons from Germany's former mining and industrial regions and their potential application to the Hunter's

New audit maps Hunter coal workforce as region plans for future jobs

9 November 2026

A NSW Government audit provides new information about the Hunter's coal mining workforce, including the occupations, qualifications and wages that will influence future industry development

Newcastle researchers win with research into second life for retired solar panels

6 November 2026

A team of University of Newcastle researchers and students has received $10,000 to develop a digital platform connecting retired solar panels with reuse and recovery

Considering electric vehicles for your business? Newcastle workshop to offer practical advice

4 November 2026

City of Newcastle and Hunter Water will share their fleet electrification experiences and answer questions about vehicle selection, running costs and charging options at a

Deadline approaching for NSW businesses to access net zero planning grants

3 November 2026

Eligible Hunter businesses can apply for up to $25,000 to develop emissions reduction plans, with applications closing on 30 November.

Newcastle to host hydrogen technology competition as Port backs five Hunter schools

2 November 2026

Port of Newcastle is supporting five Hunter high schools for a second year of the H2 Grand Prix, with additional local teams registering for December's

New Solar Sunshot funding round opens opportunities for engineering and technology businesses

30 October 2026

Australian engineering, manufacturing and technology companies will be able to apply for funding generally ranging from $2 million to $40 million per project under the

Hunter recycling routes provide real-world test for hydrogen trucks

28 October 2026

Two hydrogen fuel cell waste collection trucks are entering service in the Hunter, including one of Australia's first hydrogen-powered side loaders, as Solo Resource Recovery

Newcastle hosts First Nations leaders shaping Australia’s clean energy future

28 October 2026

Twenty-three emerging First Nations clean energy leaders from across Australia are gathering in Newcastle this week for a program focused on community energy projects, renewable

Hunter Innovation Festival to offer first-hand insight into Newcastle’s electric steel future

26 October 2026

Hunter businesses, researchers and residents will have an opportunity to hear directly from Professor Ross Garnaut and Greensteel Australia about the company's proposed $500 million

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