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Government of South Australia - Department of State Development

    Renewables, fuels and cleantech

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    South Australia is an international leader in integrating wind, solar, and battery energy systems into the state’s energy network, with more than 75 per cent of the state’s energy generated through renewables.

    We are working towards 100 per cent net renewable energy generation by 2027 and have ambitions to generate 500 per cent of the current local grid demand by 2050.

    The State Prosperity Project is a critical part of South Australia’s aspiration to make the most of our abundant wind and solar resources and to ensure South Australians reap the benefits for generations to come.

    We’re building world-leading renewable grid-scale projects facilitating investment, green exports and coordinating growth of our low-carbon fuels.

    As South Australia continues its industrial decarbonisation, we will work to further decarbonise our industries and inputs through cleantech.

    South Australia’s sustainability credentials

    South Australia’s sustainability credentials

    Investment and trade opportunities

    • Wind and solar farm developments (100 gigawatts of resources with development potential) along with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
    • Decarbonisation research and development to foster international collaboration including cleantech, thermal storage and alternative fuels
    • Export of energy efficiency technologies and energy management systems
    • Renewable bioenergy from existing and future organic feedstocks
    • Hydrogen production and supply chain infrastructure.

    Target markets

    • UK and Europe
    • US and Canada
    • Japan and Korea
    • China and HongKong
    • India
    • Southeast Asia
    • Australia.

    South Australian Government supported initiatives

    Northern Water desalinisation project is undergoing project approvals and agreements and will provide a new, climate-independent water source for the Far North, Upper Spencer Gulf and Eastern Eyre Peninsula to support growth of the mining, green energy and hydrogen industries.

    South Australia’s Net Zero Strategy outlines the government’s objectives, priorities and actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions across the economy while creating new jobs, developing new industries, supporting wellbeing, and enabling decarbonisation beyond our borders.

    The South Australian Government’s Climate Change Resilience and Adaptation Actions outlines actions to support efforts across all levels of government, business and the community to better prepare for, manage and adapt to the impacts of climate change.

    Strong green credentials supported by the development of the state’s new Biodiversity Act provide assurance that South Australia’s renewable energy, critical minerals, and green manufacturing won’t cost the environment and supports simultaneous nature restoration.

    State Prosperity Project is a strategic initiative aimed at transforming the state’s economy through the development of renewable energy, critical minerals, and green manufacturing. This comprehensive plan focuses on leveraging South Australia’s abundant natural resources to position the state as a leader in sustainable industries.

    Port Bonython Hydrogen Hub is a government-owned, industry-led multi-user precinct leveraging the state’s renewable energy opportunities and enabling export from a clean hydrogen industrial hub.

    The Hydrogen and Renewable Energy Act 2023 (HRE Act) provides industry an efficient and clear process for the development of renewable projects and release of grid-scale tracts of Crown designated land.

    The South Australian Electricity Development Plan ensures reliable and secure electricity supply while also meeting South Australia’s carbon emissions targets.

    South Australian industry supported ecosystem

    The South Australian Government works closely with the following organisations to facilitate trade and investment outcomes for the state: