Australia and the United Kingdom have established a new partnership during the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Samoa to accelerate the deployment of renewable energy technologies. The Australia-UK Climate and Energy Partnership, formed after discussions between Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, will focus on clean energy sources like hydrogen and offshore wind to boost economic resilience and decarbonisation efforts. Both governments plan to utilize private capital to drive a clean energy future, fostering new industries, technologies, and job opportunities. Grant recipients have been announced under the Renewable Hydrogen Innovation Partnership Program, supporting projects aimed at industrial decarbonisation. This initiative aligns with the shared commitment of both countries to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 and enhance cooperation on international climate action. The partnership is intended to bring tangible benefits and prosperity to both nations and the broader Indo-Pacific region. The discussions surrounding climate change at the meeting emphasized the importance of addressing global warming goals, particularly for small island nations like Tuvalu. The partnership signifies a strategic collaboration to propel cleaner and more sustainable energy projects that will positively impact communities and economies in the UK and Australia.