Archived News for Energy Sector Professionals
The Federal Government has released a discussion paper on its $1.2 billion Clean Technology programs.
Releasing the discussion paper, Innovation Minister Senator Kim Carr and Climate Change Minister Greg Combet encouraged industry to respond and work with the Government to realise the true potential for clean technology to transform Australian manufacturing so it is competitive in the global markets of the future.
The ministers said a series of targeted consultation workshops around the country would give industry the opportunity to discuss the paper and give feedback that would guide the final design of the Clean Technology programs.
Economic benefits of biomass examined in report
The Federal Government has released two reports into the future of biomass in the Australian economy.
CSIRO studying wind speed changes
Scientists at the CSIRO are researching long-term wind speed changes with an eye to gain better understanding for the wind energy sector and reduce risk for generators in a changing climate.
Renewable energy sector to benefit from skills spending
The Federal Government has announced $28 million in funding to address the emerging critical skills shortages in the resources, construction, infrastructure and renewable energy sectors.
Green offices worth up to 10% more
Office blocks with solid green credentials can be worth up to 10 per cent more than other office buildings, new research shows.
Second MRRT exposure draft released
The Federal Government has released the second exposure draft legislation for the Minerals Resources Rent Tax (MRRT).
Senate approves offshore petroleum regulator
The Federal senate has passed a legislative package that will enable the creation of a single national regulator for offshore petroleum activities.
NECA urges solar intervention
The National Electrical and Communications Association has become the latest organisation to urge Federal Intervention to stabilise the country’s small scale solar industry.
Rio Tinto increases Pilbara energy investment
Mining giant Rio Tinto has announced plans to invest a further $816 million in the company’s Pilbara iron ore project. The spending will be directed toward the company’s integrated power and gas network.
Carbon tax legislation goes before Parliament
Prime Minister Julia Gillard has introduced the Federal Government’s carbon tax legislation to Parliament, saying that the legislation will lead to reducing the country’s carbon production while stimulating the economy and creating jobs.
Oil and gas centre launched in NT
Construction of a new oil and gas research facility has begun in the Northern Territory.
Wind power sector gains momentum in 2011
The global wind power industry is beginning to pick up pace in both the developed and developing worlds, according to a report released by the World Wind Energy Association.
EcoGen 2011 clean energy awards announced
The clean energy industry’s most notable figures and projects have been rewarded for their contribution to industry growth and success at the recent EcoGen 2011 Awards.
AEMO releases two-year outlook
The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) has released its Two Year Outlook (PSA) report into the expected impacts on medium term power system security and reliability.
Large-Scale Solar Policy Roadmap launched
The Clean Energy Council (CEC) has launched its Large-Scale Solar Policy Roadmap, finding that Australia has five years to establish the foundations for a sustainable large-scale solar industry or it will run the risk of missing out on a huge economic opportunity.
Australians pay more for solar panels
Australians have been paying up to 37 per cent more for solar panels compared with other countries because of subsidies, according to Bloomberg New Energy Finance group.
Solar power makes competitiveness gains
The Photovoltaic Association has said that recent drops in the cost of solar panel production has made solar power increasingly competitive with coal-generated grid power
Queensland passes electricity price reforms
The Queensland State Government has passed legislation that will remove Benchmark Retail Cost Indexes used by the Queensland Competition Authority (QCA) to currently set prices. The legislation will see the QCA use a new pricing and tariff structure.
University to study Home Energy Display influence
The University of Ballarat has announced a study that will research the influences on Home Energy Displays on domestic household energy consumption as part of a major project for the Central Victorian solar City program.
United States – Australia Solar Energy Collaboration Special Research Initiative - Request for comment
The Australia Solar Institute is interested in receiving feedback from the Australian solar research community in relation to a proposed Strategic Research Initiative (SRI) funded initially under the auspices of the United States – Australia Solar Energy Collaboration (USASEC).
Carnegie announces breakthrough tidal energy research
Western Australian renewable energy company Carnegie Wave Energy has announced a breakthrough technological development in wave energy generation that the company says will catapult Australia into international leadership in the field.