Archived News for Energy Sector Professionals - October, 2019
Experts say international governments cannot agree on how to regulate global carbon markets.
Grattan issues energy advice
Experts say chaotic approaches to energy policy have pushed up electricity prices and scared off investors.
High-tech liquids can be home-brewed
Experts say liquid metal catalysts could be key to capturing carbon and cleaning up pollutants, and they can even be created in the kitchen.
Nobel nod for battery revolution
The Nobel prize in chemistry has been awarded to three scientists for their work in developing lithium-ion batteries.
IMF urges green goals
The $1 trillion International Monetary Fund (IMF) says almost anything would be worth trying in the effort to address climate change.
Struggling Synergy may need saving
Huge losses at WA’s state-owned power company could lead to bill hikes or taxpayer bailouts.
Firms accused of donation dodging
Builders, energy firms and other major corporations have hidden political donations from planning authorities, reports say.
Hodgman plugs battery status
Tasmania’s premier says the state is fast becoming the renewable energy battery of the nation.
Horizon sees renewable future
WA’s Horizon Power is pulling down parts of its overhead network and replacing it with a renewable microgrid.
Mine mistake gives false hope
Hundreds of workers have been left distraught by a NSW Independent Planning Commission (IPC) blunder.
Pub bills cut
Hundreds of NSW pubs will have lower bills thanks to a new deal between a major brewer and energy generator.
Victoria celebrates savings
The Victorian Government says its energy upgrades have saved more than $3 billion on power bills.
Nuclear costs slammed
An inquiry has heard taxpayers would bear the brunt of a potential nuclear energy industry in Australia.
Snowy Hydro EIS released
Conservationists are concerned about the latest plans for the Snowy 2.0 project.