Archived News for Energy Sector Professionals
The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) says it can save an average Queensland household $40 a year.
Unrelated claims launch RET debate
Josh Frydenberg is calling for a “real debate” about renewable energy...
Activists' Alpha appeal fails
Gina Rinehart’s proposed 30-million-tonne Alpha coal mine is storming ahead after clearing its latest legal hurdle.
Funds to forward Tassie plans
Tasmanian councils will soon get access to interest-free loans in a $100 million stimulus package.
Endorsement ordered for science success
Research has shown that endorsement of scientific research is strongly related to support for scientific policies.
BHP's spill could cost $79 bil
Over 23,000 legal claims seeking a total $79 billion in damages have been lodged against BHP Billiton and Vale's Samarco joint venture.
Linc leaking rehab funds
Failed resources company Linc Energy has paid the Queensland Government $3.6 million for rehabilitation efforts.
Expert dismayed at powerful change
Energy reformers say the regulator has missed a great opportunity ...
Hazelwood outlook still hidden
Many voices are calling for owners of the Hazelwood Power Station give a clear timeline for its future.
New bid revives Ausgrid option
Local bidders have made an unsolicited offer for a 99-year lease on Ausgrid.
Sound waves paint floating pictures
German researchers have developed a way of using ultrasound to move solid objects without physically touching them.
Trump told Paris matters
Nearly 400 scientists have signed an open letter telling Donald Trump about the climate.
Button battery plan backed
Big retailers are getting behind the ACCC’s plans for button battery safety.
Minister clarifying foreign feelings
The Federal Government may change its foreign investment guidelines to appease angry investors.
BP's Bight spill models surface
Research says an oil spill from a proposed BP project could smash South Australian tourism and aquaculture.
Canada to regulate unwilling areas
Canada is introducing a carbon price for regions that do not regulate emissions by themselves.
Coal cooling is not political
Experts say major super funds are not moving away from coal investments for political reasons.
Finnish facility piques local interest
South Australian authorities are interested in a giant underground facility being dug in Finland.
Coal closure damage downplayed
New research suggests Australia could phase out coal production without taking a massive economic hit.