Archived News for Energy Sector Professionals - March, 2018
The Coober Pedy council is concerned a plan to drill for oil and gas could put its drinking water supplies at risk.
Solar hits top score
A record 3.5 million solar panels were installed on Australian rooftops last year.
Caltex accused of huge non-compliance
A new report slams Caltex for widespread breaches of workplace laws.
AGL outlines Bayswater boost
AGL is undertaking a $200 million upgrade of the Bayswater Power Station, amid reports of a looming shortage.
Central seeks new supplies
The Northern Territory’s largest onshore gas producer is ramping up production.
Pollution savings could pay for Paris
Experts say the health benefits could outweigh the costs of implementing the Paris Climate Agreement.
Rio faces court on coal claims
ASIC is taking legal action against Rio Tinto and two former executives over an African coal investment.
Snowy buy-out announced
The Federal Government is planning to buy out New South Wales and Victoria’s shares in Snowy Hydro for $6 billion.
TEPCO yet to reveal tank plan
Japanese authorities have no official plan for what to do with more than 1 million tonnes of radioactive water at the Fukushima nuclear power plant.