About Us
Since its founding in 1999, AGIT has contributed to helping improve the capability of the gas industry. AGIT works alongside our industry partners to build a more secure and sustainable energy future for Australia.
- EDUCATION: We fund educational activities to create the workforce of the future through capability development and STEM education programs in schools
- RESEARCH: We fund research activities to advance the development of a gas industry and build skills in thought leadership through our collaborative networks
- ADVOCACY: We partner with the industry to build a resilient industry commentary that reflects the value of the industry and demonstrates our commitment to social and environmental sustainability.
- IGU: We are the Australian Charter Member of the International Gas Union (IGU) representing Australia on the international stage through international gas committees and conferences.
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Research
AGIT – JEMENA – Research into the role of gas in Australian Power Generation as we transition to net zero
A collaborative research project investigating the changing role of gas in GPG. AEMO’s forecasts were also interrogated and the relative costs of different generation and storage technologies were compared.
Energy Networks Australia and Gas Appliance Manufacturer’s Association of Australia
AGIT contributed $50,000 towards a study to provide information regarding household gas connections, appliance and connection trends and drivers. The study seeks to better understand how gas is used within the homes, the types and number of appliances in homes and the trends in new and/or competing appliances that could impact on how gas is used within the home. The intent of this study is to establish a baseline that can be used in ongoing benchmarking activities where the data will be updated annually to identify year on year movement in gas appliances across gas networks.
Energy Networks Australia
AGIT has contributed $50,000 towards a study to investigate the technical and commercial implications of the three transformation technologies (hydrogen, biogas and carbon capture and storage) to achieve near-zero carbon emissions by 2050. The study aims to provide a better understanding of the different roles these technologies can play in decarbonising Australian gas networks and the implications for Australian industry.
AGIT’s current research priorities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- GHG emissions from gas
- Decarbonisation of the gas industry
- Hydrogen and Alternative/Renewable gases
- Community/Social perspectives and engagement
- Communications
- Energy tech/Innovation
- Mental Health & Safety
- Skills/training for industry of the future
AGIT is always looking for ways to support the gas industry. If you think your organisation, and or idea, is a good fit and partnering with us can provide value to the gas industry please check out funding application section below.
Funding proposals should be submitted in writing to the secretary of AGIT using the application below and should contain detailed information, including objective/s, background information and approach. A financial plan of the funding sought should be included (estimated costs are acceptable).
The Trust will require a written report on completion of the project and detailed information on expenditure incurred. It is expected that any unspent funds will be returned to the AGIT.
The AGIT Funding Application form is available here.Education and Professional Development
Petroleum Club of WA – Next Generation Schools Program
AGIT is the primary sponsor of the “Next Generation Schools Program” providing $49,500 over three years. This successful program is a school, industry and community partnership facilitated by the Petroleum Club of Western Australia since 1991. It helped expose high school students to the world of work in the petroleum industry through project activity and fosters a relationship with an industry mentor. It helps the industry build better awareness of its activities and its contribution to the Australian economy and society.
APGA Women’s Leadership Development Program
Funding over two years for the APGA Women’s Leadership Development program which aims at enhancing diversity and inclusion within the pipeline industry by providing a more supportive and open environment for women.
APGA Young Pipeliners Forum
AGIT assisted with funding an inaugural meeting of young people in the pipeline industry to form a group known as the APGA Young Pipeliners Forum (YPF) in 2006. The YPF provides a means for young people forging a career in the pipeline and gas industry to get together and to organise events where they share knowledge, learn from more experienced pipeliners and have fun. The YPF operates in all Australian states and territories and in New Zealand and is organised and run by the YPF members. AGIT assisted with funding the 10 year Ten-Year Anniversary Seminar/Workshop bringing YPF and industry leaders together again in Canberra to celebrate the success of the first decade and plan and set goals for the next decade.
APGA Research and Standards Committee Joint Technical Meetings and Study Tours
Funding has been provided since 2005 to assist young pipeline engineers attend international biennial research Joint Technical Meetings of the Australian Pipelines and Gas Association Research and Standards Committee, the Pipeline Research Council International and the European Pipeline Research Group. The three organisations cooperate with and share information on research and projects. Scholarship groups attend the JTM meeting and visit a number of gas related organisations and research organisations to observe facilities and the work being carried out. Attending the JTM and study tour enhances the engineer’s professional development and assists with the sharing of knowledge to benefit the employer and the industry in Australia.
Master Plumbers Association Scholarships and Training
AGIT provided $14,250 as funding to the Master Plumbers Association which successfully funded five scholarship places to individual plumbers to undertake and complete the course CPCPGS4022A Service Type A Appliance during 2015. In addition, a grant of $10,000 was issued for the development of post graduate training course CPCPGS4011A Design and Size Consumer Gas Installations for plumbers who wish to gain a licence in gas – this has to be completed prior to plumbers undertaking the Victorian Building Authority licence examination.AGIT’s current education priorities include, but are not limited to, the following:
AGIT is always looking for ways to support the gas industry. If you think your organisation, and or idea, is a good fit and partnering with us can provide value to the gas industry please check out funding application section below.
Funding proposals should be submitted in writing to the secretary of AGIT using the application below and should contain detailed information, including objective/s, background information and approach. A financial plan of the funding sought should be included (estimated costs are acceptable).
The Trust will require a written report on completion of the project and detailed information on expenditure incurred. It is expected that any unspent funds will be returned to the AGIT.
The AGIT Funding Application form is available here.Industry Advocacy
Advocate for industry research and education activities including
Toowoomba and Surat Basin Enterprise
Sponsor of the Surat Basin Energy Awards celebrating the economic, social and personal contribution that the energy sector injects into the Surat region and recognising the people, business and industries that have helped shape the regions new energy industries.
Energy Club of Western Australia
AGIT is the inaugural Platinum sponsor of the Energy Club Western Australia.
AGIT’s current advocacy priorities include, but are not limited to, the following:
AGIT is always looking for ways to support the gas industry. If you think your organisation, and or idea, is a good fit and partnering with us can provide value to the gas industry please check out funding application section below.
Funding proposals should be submitted in writing to the secretary of AGIT using the application below and should contain detailed information, including objective/s, background information and approach. A financial plan of the funding sought should be included (estimated costs are acceptable).
The Trust will require a written report on completion of the project and detailed information on expenditure incurred. It is expected that any unspent funds will be returned to the AGIT.
The AGIT Funding Application form is available here.IGU Representation
Latest News and Events
2022-23 AGIT Reports
Greenhouse gas emissions from LNG CSIRO (final)
Hydrogen Skills Gap Analysis Report – Final (References)
KPMG AGIT Practice Guide Part 1 Defining and Implementing ESG
KPMG AGIT Practice Guide Part 2 Measuring and Reporting ESGPathway to 100 per cent renewable Australian gas
National Gas Decarbonisation Plan
Delivering the pathway to net zero for Australia – 2022 Outlook
AGIT Methane Emissions Report 2021: ESG&CS Consultancy (ESG&CS-TRKN Consultancies)
AGIT – Methane Gas Emissions Report and COP26 Overview (16-Nov-2021) (ESG&CS-TRKN Consultancies)
Importance Of Gas Presentation Slide Deck
Pipelines vs Powerlines: a summary
Pipelines vs Powerlines: A Technoeconomic Analysis in the Australian Context
Contact Us
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jthompson@agit.org.au
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0431 894649
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