Events

Consumer Grid Summit 2026

Media Releases

Essential Energy supports RACE for 2030 project to advance microgrid development  

Networks

Collaborative energy transition at North Queensland Bulk Ports 

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RACE for 2030

Reliable, Affordable, Clean Energy (RACE) for 2030 is an industry-led cooperative research centre established in 2020.

Working with a growing number of industry and research professionals, across five research programs, on breakthrough advancements in the clean energy transition.

Join us in driving innovation for a secure, affordable, clean energy future!

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RACE for 2030 is the cooperative research centre for the energy and carbon transformation. We have up to $350M of resources to invest in innovation in this space. By working with RACE you can make your product development and innovation funds go further. 

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Jun 05 2026

As Australians race to electrify, energy sector needs shared vision

As Australians race to electrify, energy sector needs shared vision

APRIL 16, 2026 As Australians embrace electric solutions to the global fuel crisis, a new report says the energy sector needs a clearer shared…

Jun 05 2026

Budget investment in consumer energy resources can unlock more ambitious visions for the sector

Budget investment in consumer energy resources can unlock more ambitious visions for the sector

13 MAY 2026 The Federal Government’s budget commitment to a new Consumer Energy Resources (CER) National Technical Regulator is a welcome announcement that can…

Jun 05 2026

Energy governance report highlights need for shared future vision

Energy governance report highlights need for shared future vision

14 APRIL 2026 Australia’s energy transition has the potential to be supercharged by stronger coordination, deeper engagement and a clearer shared direction for the…

Jun 05 2026

Future energy leaders identify window of opportunity as sector grapples with big questions on grid transformation

Future energy leaders identify window of opportunity as sector grapples with big questions on grid transformation

4 JUNE 2026 More than 100 current and emerging leaders from across Australia’s energy sector have come together to explore the big questions shaping…

Jun 05 2026

Hospital ventilation rethink reduces energy demand by 34% 

Hospital ventilation rethink reduces energy demand by 34% 

A real-world hospital trial in northern Victoria has demonstrated that pandemic mode air quality can be provided for 34 per cent less energy – even during prolonged bushfire smoke conditions. …

Dec 10 2025

Consumer Grid Summit 2026

Consumer Grid Summit 2026

Shaping Australia’s Consumer‑Led Energy Future Australia’s energy system is entering a decisive new phase. Recent milestones across the system highlight that long-standing assumptions about…

Jun 05 2026

Future energy leaders identify window of opportunity as sector grapples with big questions on grid transformation

Future energy leaders identify window of opportunity as sector grapples with big questions on grid transformation

4 JUNE 2026 More than 100 current and emerging leaders from across Australia’s energy sector have come together to explore the big questions shaping…

Dec 10 2025

Consumer Grid Summit 2026

Consumer Grid Summit 2026

Shaping Australia’s Consumer‑Led Energy Future Australia’s energy system is entering a decisive new phase. Recent milestones across the system highlight that long-standing assumptions about…

Sep 10 2025

Denmark’s biomethane integration into the gas grid – key drivers, policies and reforms

Denmark’s biomethane integration into the gas grid – key drivers, policies and reforms

Discover how Denmark is leading the global biomethane revolution—now powering nearly 40% of its gas grid with renewable gas. Learn how Australia can tap…

Feb 05 2025

Unlocking Australia’s bioeconomy potential: Insights from Denmark on bioenergy & green transition

Unlocking Australia’s bioeconomy potential: Insights from Denmark on bioenergy & green transition

Tuesday 18th February 2025 6pm – 7:30pm AEDT / 8am – 9:30am DK Join us for a free webinar in collaboration with the Trade Council of…

Nov 05 2024

Demonstration of a CER Orchestration program that drove customer change

Demonstration of a CER Orchestration program that drove customer change

In late October we held an insightful update on RACE for Networks. We shared a number of upcoming projects that we are developing and…

Oct 15 2024

Free event! Maths, AI and Energy meet Industry @ Monash University

Free event! Maths, AI and Energy meet Industry @ Monash University

AIMday Flyer Monash University will host an “AIMday” workshop on November 14th at its Clayton Campus, focusing on Maths, AI and Energy in Industry….

Oct 10 2024

Asia-Pacific Solar Research Conference

Asia-Pacific Solar Research Conference

RACE for 2030 are Gold sponsors of the Asia-Pacific Solar Research Conference. Taking place between 3-5 December 2024 at the Stamford Plaza Hotel in Mascot,…

Jun 05 2026

As Australians race to electrify, energy sector needs shared vision

As Australians race to electrify, energy sector needs shared vision

APRIL 16, 2026 As Australians embrace electric solutions to the global fuel crisis, a new report says the energy sector needs a clearer shared…

Jun 05 2026

Budget investment in consumer energy resources can unlock more ambitious visions for the sector

Budget investment in consumer energy resources can unlock more ambitious visions for the sector

13 MAY 2026 The Federal Government’s budget commitment to a new Consumer Energy Resources (CER) National Technical Regulator is a welcome announcement that can…

Jun 05 2026

Energy governance report highlights need for shared future vision

Energy governance report highlights need for shared future vision

14 APRIL 2026 Australia’s energy transition has the potential to be supercharged by stronger coordination, deeper engagement and a clearer shared direction for the…

Jun 05 2026

Hospital ventilation rethink reduces energy demand by 34% 

Hospital ventilation rethink reduces energy demand by 34% 

A real-world hospital trial in northern Victoria has demonstrated that pandemic mode air quality can be provided for 34 per cent less energy – even during prolonged bushfire smoke conditions. …

Nov 27 2025

Essential Energy supports RACE for 2030 project to advance microgrid development  

Essential Energy supports RACE for 2030 project to advance microgrid development  

25 November, 2025 — RACE for 2030 is pleased to announce the launch of an innovative project focused on the development of connected and…

Feb 05 2025

Putting households at the centre of energy planning

Putting households at the centre of energy planning

Australia’s energy future is being redefined with the launch of “Scenarios for Future Living”, an initiative from the RACE for 2030 Cooperative Research Centre…

Sep 09 2025

The Ariel Liebman RACE for 2030 Monash University Indonesia PhD Program

The Ariel Liebman RACE for 2030 Monash University Indonesia PhD Program

RACE for 2030 and Monash University have officially launched the Ariel Liebman RACE for 2030 Monash University Indonesia PhD Program – a pioneering partnership designed to…

May 13 2025

Electrifying Commercial Buildings: A look at 530 Collins St, Melbourne

Electrifying Commercial Buildings: A look at 530 Collins St, Melbourne

The GPT Group are an Australian industry leader in the sustainability of large commercial buildings. A good example is 530 Collins Street in Melbourne,…

Feb 26 2025

Playback Report Industrial Decarbonisation Summit

Playback Report Industrial Decarbonisation Summit

Remember carrots sticks and tambourines? Not to worry, if you missed last year’s Summit, catch up here! The Energy Efficiency Council’s Industrial Decarbonisation Summit…

Jan 13 2025

NSW Digital Infrastructure for Energy Flexibility project competition – Brick by Brick: Automating Building Data Classification

NSW Digital Infrastructure for Energy Flexibility project competition – Brick by Brick: Automating Building Data Classification

Buildings are among the largest energy consumers globally, playing a critical role in our comfort, health, and environmental footprint. Yet, managing their systems efficiently…

Mar 06 2024

Create a more energy efficient home

Create a more energy efficient home

Are you looking to make your home more energy-efficient? Many of us have been in the position of wanting to make a big change…

Feb 21 2023

We welcome our new CRO

We welcome our new CRO

We would like to introduce Dr. William Lilley, our new Chief Research Officer who is joining RACE today.  Bill is a proven multi-disciplinary leader…