Archived News for Energy Sector Professionals
Hybrid power plan funded
Approval has been granted for Australia's first net-zero hybrid power station.
New funds back big electrolysers
The Federal Government is funding some of the largest hydrogen electrolysers in the world.
Pipe hack halts supplies
A ransomware attack has shut down one of the United States' major fuel pipeline operators.
Santos backs gas plan
One of Australia’s biggest gas producers has welcomed the Federal Government’s National Gas Infrastructure Plan.
NAB backs coal port
NAB is helping to finance the world's largest coal export terminal, but with a number of green conditions.
New funds for DER deep dive
New funding will help experts find distributed energy resource (DER) solutions for low-voltage networks.
New gas plant slammed
Locals have rejected the Federal Government’s plan to build a new gas-fired power station.
Quantum tech for heat-power
Australian nuclear scientists are helping gather extra power from waste heat.
Vic announces EV subsidy
The Victorian Government has announced a $3,000 subsidy for electric vehicle purchases.
Taylor talks of state gas
The Coalition has proposed using a government-owned company to build its own gas-fired power station.
Super funds face green votes
Australian super funds have threatened to vote against company directors not tackling the climate crisis.
Alinta plans big new battery
Alinta Energy is planning a 100MW big battery next to its Wagerup peaking gas and diesel plant.
APRA outlines green risk
One of Australia’s main finance regulators has given companies a gentle nudge on climate change risk.
Cross-border costs backed
Regulators have approved planned costs for upgrading the Victoria to New South Wales Interconnector.
Fossil subsidies top $10b/year
A new report shows Australian governments spend $19,000 a minute in fossil fuel subsidies.
NSW pays out mine plans
The NSW government is paying $100 million to stop coal mining on prime agricultural land.
NT scraps gas study
The Northern Territory has torn up a $1.3 million contract for a Beetaloo Basin fracking study.
Solar airports suggested
Experts say Australian airports could generate enough solar energy to power a regional city.