Around Australia industry and government are positioning to be clean energy superpowers. Tasmania has a legitimate claim to be an existing clean energy superpower. The island runs on 90-100% clean electricity, and has claimed net-zero status under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.

The May 14 budget announcement by the Albanese Labor Government included a $22.7 billion Future Made in Australia package, which marks a significant moment for Australian manufacturing and technology. Particularly noteworthy is the commitment of over $500 million towards the Battery Breakthrough Initiative, aimed at expanding Australia's battery manufacturing capabilities.