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In consultation with patent attorneys from Griffith Hack, we have applied our expertise across patent law, R&D tax, corporate tax and industry specific knowledge to consider the challenges and opportunities for patent box here in Australia.

Energy is critical to achieve our vision for modern manufacturing and a future digital economy. Both will be energy intensive. At the same time, Australia aims to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. We are reaching a critical point where a solution to affordable, sustainable and clean energy generation must be found or all the best laid plans will come to nought. What’s in the Federal Budget 2021-22 for the sector?

The resources sector is an Australian workhorse. Past booms have propelled the country forward into prosperity. It’s provided a buffer during downturns. It has cushioned the COVID blow on our national accounts. And it has a vital role to play in Australia’s economic future as part of the evolving demand for global resources. What’s in the Federal Budget 2021-22 for the sector?

There is no doubt about it – Australia’s energy future will be one of increasing renewable capabilities.

The Government states they are technology agnostic and that they will not hinge their hopes on one kind of energy generation for the future. Having said this, hydrogen has presented itself as a major opportunity for Australia – both as a domestic energy source as well as an exportable commodity.

Last week was “energy week” – with a number of policy announcements from the Federal Government, and yesterday’s launch of the Low Emissions Statement yesterday signalling the prioritisation of hydrogen storage, low carbon manufacturing and carbon capture on our transition away from coal and towards a more renewable future.

All organisations are grappling with the myriad of employee agreements and obligations that result in a wide variety of payments to their people.

There is a particular opportunity in Australia for the energy sector. The global trend towards renewable and alternative energy, aligned with a local appetite for a better energy mix, is providing a ripe environment for project development and investment.

The AIM Market of the London Stock Exchange provides mid-size businesses with an alternative way to raise capital.

The discount rate of a project (a proxy of cost of capital) is important for all investors. It is a key driver in determining the fair value or market price for projects.