New Delhi, Sept. 2 -- Indian exporters of auto parts and renewable energy equipment could face fresh trade setbacks in another significant market in the wake of the 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 on 29 August, Canberra said it is seeking comments on two draft papers-a prototype regulatory framework for CER, and proposed interoperability standards for devices such as solar inverters, EV chargers, energy management systems, and smart appliances.

An interoperability test refers to a technical check t...