Archived News for Energy Sector Professionals - October, 2012
The Queensland Government has announced it has written to over 25 consumer groups asking for their input on how to enhance participation in key aspects of policy and decision making in regards to the electricity market.
Queensland to introduce competitive cash bidding for exploration rights
The Queensland Government has announced the formation of a new competitive cash bidding process that will apply to companies seeking the right to explore on highly prospective coal, petroleum and gas resources tenements.
SA considers expanding household energy efficiency scheme
The South Australian Government has announced it is investigating the possibility of an expansion of its household energy efficiency scheme with the aim of driving down power bills in the state.
$10 million for Victorian large-scale solar project
The Victorian Government has announced a commitment of $10 million in funding for the next stage of the large-scale Solar Systems Project, which will see a new 1.5 megawatt solar pilot plant build near Mildura, consisting of 40 photovoltaic dishes.
States band together for consumer protections
The New South Wales, Victorian and Queensland Governments have called on the Commonwealth to roll back regulatory reform of the energy sector and grant more consumer protection at a special meeting of Energy Ministers held last week.
Top UK scientist to tour Australia
The UK’s Chief Scientist, Sir John Beddington, will visit Australia later this month to share his insights on scientific policy in the UK.
Turbines begin operations at Macarthur Wind Farm
AGL Energy and joint venture partner Meridian Energy has announced that the first turbines have started turning and generated energy at the Macarthur Wind Farm in South Western Victoria after 23 months of construction.
Victoria releases solar atlas to stimulate investment
The Victorian Government has released its Victorian Solar Atlas tool, which maps the state’s solar energy resources in a bid to help investors and developers to make decisions about the best sites for new solar projects.
Drillsearch moves to acquire Acer Energy
Oil and gas producer Drillsearch has launched a $118 million take-over bid of Acer Energy Limited at 25.5¢ cash per share.
Thornley named global chief of Better Place
Global electric car charge network company Better Place has announced the appointment of David Thornley as the company’s new global Chief Executive Officer.
WPA open for business
The South Australian Government has welcomed the unlocking of the Woomera Protected Area (WPA) after the Federal Government lifted the initial moratorium phase, seeing it replaced with a standardised Deed of Access.
NSW releases 20 year infrastructure strategy
Infrastructure NSW has announced the release of the State Infrastructure Strategy, which recommends 70 major projects and reforms that should take priority over the next five, 10 and 20 years in an attempt to drive productivity and economic growth.