Archived News for Energy Sector Professionals
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.
BHP scraps Anglo attempt
BHP Group has concluded its five-week attempt to acquire Anglo American for nearly AU$75 billion.
Gas regimes miss billions
Analysts say Australia is effectively giving away more than half of its gas reserves for free.
AER sets new DMO
The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) has published its final decision for the 2024–25 Default Market Offer.
Local battery plan lands
The Albanese Government has unveiled its National Battery Strategy to enhance domestic battery manufacturing capabilities.
Tunnel machine stuck
A stuck tunnel boring machine has slowed progress on the Snowy 2.0 hydropower project.
Nuclear knocked in cost report
A new report finds running Australia on nuclear power would be one of the most expensive possible options.
Climate claims found lacking
EDO analysis has uncovered widespread greenwashing in major Australian sectors.
Hydrogen iron works roll on
A green iron manufacturing facility in central Queensland is set to proceed thanks to federal government tax incentives for renewable hydrogen.
Anglo moves to drop coal
Anglo American has announced it will sell its five coal mines in Queensland following the rejection of a takeover bid from BHP.