Archived News for Energy Sector Professionals
Powercor hit with fire fine
Electricity distribution company Powercor has been fined $374,000 plus court costs for failing to keep trees clear of powerlines.
SA cuts discount deal
Thousands of South Australians could save hundreds on their annual power bills thanks to a new discount deal.
Virtual plant trial funded
The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) will soon run a Virtual Power Plant (VPP) trial.
WA to host big battery hub
Western Australia will soon host a national hub for future battery research.
Adani water approved
UPDATE: Environment Minister Melissa Price has approved Adani's groundwater plan.
SA solar thermal falls
The company behind a $650 million solar thermal power plant planned for Port Augusta has failed to secure finance.
Taylor comments on power list
Energy Minister Angus Taylor says the Federal Government will consider underwriting a coal baseload power station.
Feds expand climate timeline
The Morrison Government has decided to spend its $2 billion “climate solutions fund” over 15 years, not 10.
Small town gets solar supply
A remote Aboriginal town has become Australia’s first to use clean water from solar hydropanel technology.
Big lithium build begins
Construction has started on what is expected to be the world's largest lithium refinery.
Mercury emissions reported
New data shows Victoria's coal-fired power plants released over a tonne of mercury into the atmosphere during 2017-18.
Oil and gas tax credits top $324b
Oil and gas giants have accumulated $324 billion worth of tax credits in 2017-18, meaning many will not pay tax for years to come.
ACCC issues power cost report
More reforms are needed to address the dysfunctional state of energy retailing in Australia, the ACCC says.
Japan receives our first green hydro
Experts are celebrating the first production and export of “green hydrogen” from Australia to Japan.
Labor goes for green cars
The ALP has put together a climate change policy that includes tax breaks for businesses to buy electric cars.
Emissions hit record in 2018
The International Energy Agency (IEA) says global carbon emissions hit a record high in 2018.
Experts urge solar regulation
Australia’s underregulated solar industry opens customers to predatory sales practices, a new report warns.