National Energy Research, Development and Demonstration Council
NERDDC
1978 – 1990
Statutory council that advised the energy minister on national energy research priorities and recommended grants for energy research, development and demonstration projects.
How it came into existence
Established under the National Energy Research, Development and Demonstration Act 1978, in response to the 1970s oil shocks, to administer a national program of grants for energy research.
Legislation: National Energy Research, Development and Demonstration Act 1978
How it ended
Replaced in 1990 by the Energy Research and Development Corporation established under the Primary Industries and Energy Research and Development Act 1989.
- Funding of energy research, development and demonstration
Main functions
- Advice on national energy research priorities
- Recommendation of grants for energy research projects
- Support for energy technology demonstration
- Coordination of energy research funding
Where it sits
Last in the portfolio of Department of Primary Industries and Energy.
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Sources
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