Archived News for Energy Sector Professionals - August, 2012
Gas giant Santos has confirmed that the planned Moomba 191 dedicated shale well is commercially viable and will soon begin production of the country’s first dedicated shale well.
South Australian Premier Jay Weatherill welcomed the announcement, describing it as a major milestone for the unconventional gas industry in the state.
“Unconventional gas has always been regarded as something that would happen in the future but this discovery will lead to unconventional gas being used in households around the state as early as next year,” Mr Weatherill said.
New CSG supply plant opens in Queensland
A new multi-million dollar coal seam gas (CSG) industry supply plant has been officially opened in Toowoomba, and will begin supplying pipeline systems to the state's growing industry.
Victoria opens CCS research centre
The Victorian Government has officially opened the new Peter cook Centre for Carbon and Capture Storage (CCS) Research at the University of Melbourne.
Victoria to shut down electricity price loophole
The Victorian Government has introduced legislation before Parliament aimed at closing a legal loophole that would allow for an additional $94 million in additional electricity supply charges.
Tasmania poised to push through energy reform
The Tasmanian Government has won support from all political parties for its package of energy reforms, with State Minister for Energy and resources, Bryan green, saying the Government is posed to deliver the lowest possible power prices for Tasmanians.
Universities win PV grants
The Universities of New South Wales and Queensland have secured two major photovoltaic (PV) research grants under the Federal Government’s Solar Flagships program.
Wilson becomes first Australian Chevron supplier
Chevron Australia has congratulated transformer producer Wilson Transformer Company on becoming the first Australian firm to become a qualified global supplier for Chevron.
CEFC Board appointments made
The Federal Government has confirmed the appointment of Jillian Broadbent as the chair of the Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) Board for a five-year term. Also announced were the appointments of Michael Carapiet, Ian Moor, Anna Karbek and Andrew Stock as the inaugural members of the Board.
NCA seeks input over Tuggeranong solar plant
The National Capital Authority has invited public comment on a draft Development Control Plan aimed at guiding future development of a 40-megawatt large-scale solar generation facility in Tuggeranong.
Queensland rules out privatisation
The Queensland Government has ruled out the privatisation of any of its electricity assets ‘unless it has a mandate from voters.’
Resources supplier advocates appointed
The Federal Government has announced the appointment of three industry executives as the new Resources Sector Supplier Advocates.
Sell electricity assets urges IPA
The New South Wales Government has released its long awaited Commission of Audit Final Report, outlying key ways to improve public sector management and service delivery in the State.
New approach to renewable energy storage
Murdoch University researchers have developed a new battery to store power from renewable sources for use in non-generation times.
Power bills 'the new petrol prices' says PM
Prime Minister Julia Gillard has likened the surging costs of household power bills to petrol prices in her address to the Energy Policy Institute of Australia (EPIA).
Victoria launches power bill blitz
The Victorian Government has launched its new Switch On campaign aimed at helping households reduce their power bills and ease the cost of living.
Feds and Victoria strike deal over Latrobe coal
A new $90 million partnership between the Federal and Victorian Governments will aim to ensure a ‘bright future’ for the state’s Latrobe Valley coal industries in a future low emissions economy, according to Federal Minister for Resources and Energy Martin Ferguson.
Queensland announces new Energy and Water Ombudsman members
The Queensland Government has announced the appointment of a new Chair and senior members of the Advisory Council to the state’s Energy and Water Ombudsman.
SA publishes feedback on infrastructure review
The South Australian Government has launched an independent analysis of industry and community views on infrastructure required to support the growing mining and energy sector in the state.
Queensland seeks feedback on flood-prone electrical infrastructure
The Queensland Government is seeking feedback to improve the resilience of electrical infrastructure in buildings located in flood-prone areas.