Archived News for Energy Sector Professionals - June, 2024
WA has approved a major project through its Green Energy Approvals Initiative.
Offshore wind site outlined
The federal government has approved a significant offshore wind energy zone off the New South Wales South Coast.
Rocks checked for new hydro
Queensland energy minister Mick de Brenni has announced progress on the Pioneer-Burdekin Renewable Hydro Power Project.
Industry gender gaps targeted
The Victorian Government has put up new money to address gender disparities in the energy and manufacturing sectors.
Beach approved for offshore gas
The Victorian government has approved a new gas extraction project near the Twelve Apostles, the first of its kind in over a decade.
Locals back Jabiluka call
The Northern Territory government has issued a two-year order to halt mining and exploration at Jabiluka, an uranium operation within Kakadu National Park.
New plans for old rigs
Chevron and Esso have both announced plans to address their decommissioned oil rigs off the coast of Australia.
Santos slapped for gas breaches
The Federal Court has ordered Santos to pay a $2,750,000 penalty for violations of the National Gas Rules.
Water trigger sought for NT gas
Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek has been called on to evaluate the water impacts of the Beetaloo Basin fracking project in the Northern Territory.
CCS ban for northern basin
The Queensland Government has announced a ban on carbon capture and storage (CCS) in its section of the Great Artesian Basin.
Pollution toll tallied
Scientists say pollution presents a greater threat to global health than war, terrorism, and a range of diseases combined.
Big backing for hydrogen hub
The NSW Government has granted planning approval for a $207.6 million hydrogen hub in the Hunter region.
CEFC enhancing green loans
The CEFC has announced its first commitment under the $1 billion Household Energy Upgrades Fund (HEUF).
Data link for consumer power
New funding is set to create a data exchange for consumer energy resources.
Experts plot EV shift
Researchers have outlined five key steps needed to accelerate Australia’s transition to electric vehicles (EVs).
Price peaks probed
Smart meters and complicated new tariff systems could be allowing power companies to charge users more.