Archived News for Energy Sector Professionals - June, 2024
The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) has announced its 2024-25 Compliance and Enforcement Priorities.
Callide report covers issues
A draft report on the 2021 Callide C power station explosion has revealed significant safety lapses by CS Energy.
Disconnected classes surveyed
A new report reveals that rising energy costs are driving more working families, middle-income earners, and mortgage-holders towards disconnection due to unpaid energy bills.
Grumbles over wind approval
The Albanese Government has approved the Gawara Baya Wind Farm, a significant renewable energy project in North Queensland.
Nuclear ignored in energy shift
AEMO has released its 25-year roadmap for transitioning the NEM to net zero emissions by 2050.
AEMO warns of gas crunch
Australia's south-east is facing a potential gas supply shortage during the coldest months of the year due to ...
ARENA backs car grid
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has granted $3.2 million to Amber Electric for a residential trial focusing on battery electric vehicle (BEV) smart charging and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) services.
Big funds for electric trucks
Christine Holgate has helped secure millions in funding to electrify a major truck fleet.
Cheap solar fund open
A $100 million challenge has been launched to reduce costs and expand the Australian solar industry.
Industry backs green goals
Coal and gas-fired power plant operators, alongside prominent business groups, want the Coalition to maintain the current climate target.
NT accused of ignoring VOCs
The NT Government is not adequately monitoring the health impacts of toxic chemicals released by Inpex's Ichthys LNG facility, reports allege.
Nuclear plan fleshed out
The Coalition has announced details of its plan to introduce nuclear energy in Australia.
Offshore project proposed
The Australian Government has made a preliminary decision on feasibility licences for offshore wind projects off the coast of Hunter, New South Wales.
Dutton slams clear plan
Opposition leader Peter Dutton says a “renewables-only” energy policy is damaging the economy.
EPA eyes giant coal plan
The NSW EPA is assessing the “largest coal-mining proposal ever put forward” in the state.
Fuel firm secures millions
An Australian company that creates hydrogen fuel has secured significant investment in the US.
Hydrogen backed for smooth power
Experts say green hydrogen may be the best technology for overcoming the volatility of renewable energy.