Archived News for Energy Sector Professionals - March, 2024
The Albanese Government has announced its new, $1 billion Solar Sunshot initiative, which it says will help transform Australia into a renewable energy powerhouse.
Glencore ditches coal cap
Australia's biggest thermal coal producer, Glencore, has reversed its commitment to limit its annual coal production ...
Green job body forming
Businesses are concerned about attempts to shift workers into more sustainable work.
Offshore bill pulled
The Albanese government says it had to shelve its offshore gas regulation bill due to the Greens' strong opposition.
Pole costs fall on owners
Western Power has urged property owners to replace private power poles at their own expense.
Vehicle plan decelerated
The Albanese government has moved to weaken its planned vehicle efficiency standards.
ERA seeks extension
Energy Resources of Australia (ERA) is fighting for the extension of its lease at the Jabiluka uranium deposit in the Northern Territory.
Lobster firms oppose testing
WA’s Western Rock Lobster industry is sounding the alarm about potentially disruptive seismic testing.
AEMO seeks new supplies
AEMO has called for more gas investment, as the majority of Australia’s supply continues to be exported.
AER changes offer
The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) has laid out power price adjustments for consumers.
ARENA backs hydrogen ideas
New money has been provided for advances in hydrogen storage and Indigenous-led renewable projects.
Beetaloo risk detailed
A new report warns there are financial risks of getting stuck in the Beetaloo Basin.
Victoria's SEC splits
Victoria’s high-profile State Electricity Commission (SEC) advisory team has been disbanded less than a year after its establishment.
Australia backs nuclear boost
Australia will put up billions of dollars to help Rolls-Royce improve the UK’s nuclear reactor production line.
Offshore issue spotted
Australia’s Biodiversity Council has questioned a proposed environmental law carve out for the offshore oil and gas industry.
Sulphur drives rapid batteries
Engineers are working on new, fast-charging lithium-sulphur batteries.
CEFC continues lithium boost
The Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) has announced a commitment of up to $110 million to support a lithium project.
EDO engages SC review
The Environmental Defenders Office (EDO) has initiated an external review following critical remarks in a recent court case.
Ex-PM's Origin comments surface
In a striking political intervention, Paul Keating appears to have challenged Treasurer Jim Chalmers to dismiss a $20 billion offer by Canadian private equity giant Brookfield to purchase Origin Energy.
Low cost scheme outlined
Economists have proposed a ‘HECS-for-solar’ scheme to slash power bills and help the climate.