Archived News for Energy Sector Professionals

Resource industry analysts say Australia avoided a recession this year, and is now unlikely to have one.

TEPCO execs called to court

Three former Tokyo Electric Power Co (TEPCO) executives will be on trial in the first criminal trial linked to the Fukushima crisis.

Unions move to form mega-front

Two of Australia’s largest and most powerful unions are one step closer to merging.

Broken link and low dams still slam Tasmania

Tasmania’s energy crisis drags on this week, with very little sign of reprieve on the way.

Energy regulator told to redo NSW sums

The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) has been forced to redo a ruling for NSW power companies.

Gas giant's wind move still brewing

AGL says it is still committed to the Silverton wind farm project in far west New South Wales, despite progress being stalled for several years.

Lab-grown solar cells smash records

Researchers have demonstrated the thinnest, lightest solar cells ever produced.

Major industries must move with machines

As robots take on more human abilities, a new report on the future of the workforce has been released.

BP's Bight plans in Senate scan

A Senate committee is examining BP’s plans to search for oil in the Great Australian Bight.

Science cuts starting to get stupid

Labor, Greens and independent politicians have gathered to stop the latest attack on Australian science.

Thirteen called on thuggery claims

Thirteen NSW union officials have been accused of unlawful blockades and work disruptions, and were served with notices to appear in the court this week.

AEMO warns of costs for renewable links

State governments may have to spend billions duplicating their electricity networks to cope with the unreliable renewable energy sources, the national energy forecaster claims.

Morrison moves to pin down local profits

Multinational companies that avoid paying tax on Australian earnings could soon be forced to sell their assets.

New pipe to pump modern volumes in Victoria

Work has started on a $400 million Esso Australia pipeline project in Victoria.

Oil giants flirt with possible reduction

Four major oil producing countries say they would consider freezing output levels, but only if other producers join in.

Empowered people get charging tools

A new company hopes to help bypass big electricity providers and let people trade their own power amongst themselves.

Federal funds keep mining ticking over

The Federal Government has congratulated itself for the successful Federal Exploration Development Incentive (EDI).

Swamp study claims colliery risk

A hydrogeology report suggests the expansion of the Springvale colliery in NSW could destroy nearby swamplands.

Tin chip could be key to new speeds

Tech engineers need to move away from silicon for computer chips, and researchers in the US may have found a good alternative.

Poor credit prompts powerful talks

Queensland Treasurer Curtis Pitt has ruled out a “fire sale of revenue-generating assets”, while West Australia’s electricity network might be privatised.