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Exporters of auto parts, renewables brace for hurdles in Australia
Mint Bangalore
|September 02, 2025
Indian exporters of auto parts and renewable energy equipment could face fresh trade setbacks in another significant market even as they are facing headwinds from the uncertainties around US tariffs.
The Australian government has begun consultations on a new regulatory framework for consumer energy resources (CER), including rooftop solar energy, household batteries, electric vehicles and smart devices.
In a notice circulated at the World Trade Organization (WTO) on 29 August, Canberra said it is seeking comments on two draft papers—a prototype regulatory framework for CER, and proposed interoperability norms for devices such as solar inverters, electric vehicle (EV) chargers, energy management systems, and smart appliances.
An interoperability test refers to a technical check to see if a device or system can seamlessly connect, communicate, and function with other systems, devices, or networks.
This story is from the September 02, 2025 edition of Mint Bangalore.
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