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Supporting Industrial Electrification Through Victoria’s Energy Innovation Fund

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The Victorian Government’s Energy Innovation Fund (EIF) is now open for Round 3 applications, offering up to $2 million per project to help commercialise emerging renewable energy technologies and support Victoria’s net-zero emissions target by 2045.

This round focuses on industrial electrification within the food and beverage processing and manufacturing sector, one of Victoria’s most energy-intensive industries. The funding aims to accelerate the shift away from fossil fuels by co-funding innovative projects that adopt efficient electric alternatives, improve energy performance, and strengthen the long-term sustainability of local food production.

Key details:

  • Focus area: Electrification of Victoria’s food and beverage processing and manufacturing sector

  • Total funding pool: $10 million

  • Maximum grant amount: Up to $2 million per project (exceptions considered for high-value proposals)

  • Applications close: 1 pm AEDT, Friday 28 November 2025

  • Eligibility: Projects that demonstrate innovation, scalability, and alignment with Victoria’s energy and climate policy priorities

Through this initiative, the Victorian Government aims to enable the development and demonstration of transformational technologies that reduce emissions, enhance energy security, and maintain competitiveness as industries transition toward cleaner operations.

At Evo Energy Technologies, we’ve worked with a range of food producers and processors to deliver energy-efficient solutions that recover waste heat, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and improve operational efficiency – goals that align closely with the intent of the Energy Innovation Fund.

For more information, visit the Energy Innovation Fund webpage.

Biomethane Growth on the Horizon: Industry Updates and Future Potential

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Renewable Gas Alliance Update

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Jarrod Irving, Chair of the Renewable Gas Alliance, shared promising developments in the biomethane sector. Despite the recent 2024-25 Budget not including specific biomethane incentives, the industry’s outlook remains positive. The fast-tracking of the Guarantee of Origin scheme by the Government, part of the Future Made in Australia program, will support green industries, including biomethane and biogas.

A study by Blunomy for AGIG highlights significant biomethane potential in Victoria, South Australia, and Queensland:

  • • Up to 88.3 PJ of recoverable biomethane annually
    • Creation of over 4,000 direct jobs
    • Reduction of up to 4.5 million tonnes of carbon emissions per annum

Globally, the sector is booming with a 37% increase in EU biomethane capacity, now reaching 6.4 billion cubic meters annually. This growth shows the potential for rapid scaling with supportive policies, a path Australia is starting to follow.

Renewable Fuels Meet Queensland Parliament Event

Renewable Fuels Meet Queensland Parliament

EvoET will be attending Bioenergy Australia’s Renewable Fuels Meet Queensland Parliament networking reception on August 21, 2024, at Queensland Parliament House. This event is a significant platform for discussing the future of renewable fuels in Australia. Key speakers include:

  • • Hon Grace Grace MP, Minister for State Development and Infrastructure
  • • Mrs. Deborah Frecklington, Shadow Minister for Energy and Cost of Living

Project Updates

  1. 3MW Cogeneration Project: Nearing completion, this project involves installing three 1.0 MW cogeneration units and a Heat Recovery Steam Generator. Designed to generate electricity, steam, and hot water, this system will significantly reduce reliance on the traditional grid and lower carbon emissions. The biogas-ready system aims to offset annual energy costs and may qualify for renewable certificates.
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  2. Woodman Point WRRF Upgrade: EvoET is part of a $238.5 million upgrade at Western Australia’s largest treatment plant. This project integrates advanced technologies like thermal hydrolysis pre-treatment and anaerobic digestion processes, enabling the facility to produce nearly 50% of its energy on-site and reduce CO2 emissions by approximately 5,600 tonnes annually. Key installations include three 2G Avus 1500b 1.5MWe units and a comprehensive suite of energy recovery equipment. Learn more here.
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New Staff

EvoET has expanded its team, enhancing our capabilities and service offerings. Our new team members will help us strengthen our commitment to delivering high-quality, sustainable energy solutions and exceptional client support. This addition allows us to better serve our clients and continue innovating in the renewable energy sector.

Trade Shows

EvoET recently attended several key trade shows, showcasing our latest innovations and connecting with industry professionals:

  • • Australian Waste & Recycling Expo
  • • National Renewables in Agriculture
  • • Hort Connections

Stay tuned for more updates as EvoET continues to lead in providing sustainable and efficient energy solutions.

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CO2 Recovery & Environmental Impact: A Game Changer in Australia’s Energy Sector

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A Glimpse into Australia’s Energy Sector Advancements

Welcome to our latest edition of the Energy Update, focusing on key developments in Australia’s energy sector over the past few months, particularly in the areas of biogas, biomethane, and CO2 recovery. These sectors are crucial for advancing Australia’s sustainable energy goals.

Biogas & Biomethane News

Innovations

The biogas industry in Australia has been gaining momentum, with methanogens harnessed for producing biogas, a mixed gas mainly composed of methane, CO2, and hydrogen sulphide. Biogas is converted into biomethane through a cleaning and upgrading process. Biogas plants, crucial to the green energy mix, process waste organic matter to produce these gases. The combustion of biogas and biomethane, similar in function to natural gas, releases energy while being carbon-neutral, as the CO2 released is part of the existing biosphere​​.[1]

Market Trends

The Australian biogas industry is poised for growth. In 2021, the first large-scale biogas plant was announced in Nowra, NSW. According to the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA), Australia’s total estimated biogas potential is 103 terawatt hours, comparable to countries like Germany. This growth is significant as Australia, currently facing an energy crisis, sees a push from business and industry leaders for a transition to alternatives like biogas​​​​.

CO2 Recovery & Environmental Impact

Technological Breakthroughs

Carbon Capture, Utilisation, and Storage (CCUS) is being pursued in Australia as a key solution for CO2 emission reduction. This technology captures and stores or utilises CO2, reducing the amount currently in, or being released into, the atmosphere. CCUS, especially when combined with direct air capture, can remove CO2 from the atmosphere, playing a vital role in emission reduction strategies​​​​​​.[2]

Environmental Benefits

CCUS is a proven technology crucial for industries that inherently produce CO2 in their production processes, such as cement, steel, and aluminium. Captured CO2 can be utilised to create low-emission products, offering a net-zero-compatible economic opportunity for Australia. Although the current market size for CO2 utilisation is not large enough for global climate mitigation, it presents a viable economic opportunity within Australia​​​​​​.[2]

Conclusion

The past few months have witnessed significant advancements in biogas, biomethane, and CO2 recovery technologies in Australia. These developments are instrumental in Australia’s pursuit of sustainable energy solutions and achieving its climate goals.

Stay updated with the latest developments in sustainable energy technologies in Australia. For more information and solutions in these sectors, engage with Evo Energy Technologies.

1: ‘Australia’s Move to Biogas’, Cosmos Magazine, https://cosmosmagazine.com/science/engineering/biogas/
2: ‘Capturing global attention: Carbon capture, utilisation and storage’, CSIRO, https://www.csiro.au/en/news/All/Articles/2023/September/CCUS-explainer