Archived News for Energy Sector Professionals - January, 2024
Federal Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek has issued a stark warning to the Environmental Defenders Office (EDO)...
Battery build backed
Origin Energy says it will build a $400 million, 650 MWh battery storage system at its gas-fired Mortlake Power Station in Victoria.
Climate law delay sought
Australian business groups have called for a delay in the implementation of the new mandatory climate disclosure laws...
Slump causes mine concern
The prices of lithium and nickel, once the darlings of the green energy transition, have plummeted.
Barossa budget pumped
Santos has announced a significant budget increase for its Barossa gas project.
Fortescue facing shift
An ex-PM’s departure could mark a new chapter for Fortescue’s green ambitions.
King leaves on power spree
Australia is promoting itself to key energy markets in Japan and South Korea.
Local link in German plan
Germany, Europe's industrial juggernaut, is pushing to build a novel hydrogen market.
New bid for multi-deal
Coal workers could be the first to test the new multi-employer bargaining regime.
Big players sign gas deal
The Albanese Government has brokered a new deal with gas giants Woodside and Esso.
Bill help for NSW
A new energy bill relief package has been announced for NSW’s most vulnerable households.
Feds block Hastings farm
The Federal Government has refused a Victorian offshore wind farm proposal, citing environmental concerns at the Port of Hastings.
Green suit risk studied
Investors and regulators may not be fully accounting for the financial risks posed by climate lawsuits, research suggests.
Jemena stake could be sold
Goldman Sachs could be looking to sell a 40 per cent stake in Jemena, a key player in the gas and electricity distribution market, on behalf of Singapore Power.
NT zero goals questioned
Climate experts have raised serious questions about the Northern Territory's ability to meet its 2050 net zero emissions target.
Judge slams Tiwi claims
Gas giant Santos has triumphed over a group of Tiwi Islands elders in a federal court challenge.