No images? Click here connectER MARCH 2021 Creating connections for growth CODA calls for proposals to rapidly accelerate cross-industry understanding of our decommissioning challengeFollowing its official launch this month at AOG Energy, the Centre of Decommissioning Australia (CODA) is calling for proposals to establish a foundational understanding of opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and efficiency in decommissioning that support the Centre's key objectives. These are: understanding opportunities for local disposal and recycling; a global review of decommissioning planning and execution learnings; and the development of a decommissioning innovation and technology roadmap. Applications close 9 April 2021 New episode out now: Meeting the energy sector's future skills needs NERA showcases energy innovation, collaboration and expertise at AOG Energy 2021 To mark our fifth year as principal sponsors of AOG Energy, we were proud to deliver our dedicated NERA Energy Hub — a vibrant, sustainable and relaxed space — to connect the local energy industry and showcase how NERA is assisting in the transformation of Australia's energy sector. As well as launching the Centre of Decommissioning Australia (CODA) at the Industry Supply Forum, NERA shared how findings from our Supply Chain report can be leveraged to regenerate Australia's oil and gas supply chain following the challenges of 2020 (view presentation), and how the national hydrogen cluster network is a critical catalyst to grow Australia's emerging hydrogen industry (view presentation). NERA welcomes Alex Ogg and Leigh Kennedy to the team We are thrilled to welcome two new members to the NERA team as we continue to support a more diverse, decarbonised and digitised energy future for Australia. Alex Ogg joins us as Ocean Energy Program Manager, committed to accelerating the adoption of ocean renewable energy as a mainstream contributor to Australia’s decarbonisation. Leigh Kennedy joins us as National Cluster Development Manager, focussed on working collaboratively with regional clusters to build an Australian hydrogen technology cluster that can be promoted around the world. $30M grants program to support local manufacturing The Minister for Industry, Science and Technology, Hon Karen Andrews MP, has launched a $30 million Commercialisation Fund for Australian Manufacturers, offering grants ranging from $100,000 and $1 million which will be matched by industry. TechnologyCatalogue.com wants your feedback Calling all operators and end-users who are on Australia's Energy Technology Platform. TechnologyCatalogue.com would love to hear your feedback on how the platform has assisted you in sourcing technology solutions. The short five-question survey will only take a few minutes to complete. Virtual Launch Webinar — Australian Technologies Competition 2021 The Australian Technologies Competition is back for another year, and NERA is proud to return as a sponsor of the event and the dedicated Energy Award. We encourage all innovative SMEs in Australia to attend the free Virtual Launch Webinar to find out more about the ATC21 program, how to apply, and to hear from previous winners. Clean Energy Future Fund Round 2 of the WA Clean Energy Fund is now open, with $16M available to support the implementation of innovative clean energy projects in Western Australia that offer high public value. The Fund is focussed on applications with a strong potential for wider adoption, and projects near the investment-ready stage so that funding can secure tangible emissions reductions. Austmine 2021 With a focus on Harnessing Intelligence, Austmine 2021 will bring together the brightest minds to progress the innovation conversation. On Day 2, 27 May at 2:20pm, NERA CEO Miranda Taylor will be joining the Panel Discussion: Our Green Energy Future — Getting the Mix Right as part of Breakout Stream: Energy Sources. Book before 6 April to receive an 18% discount on your ticket price, using the code TAKE18OFF at the checkout. About NERA |