Archived News for Energy Sector Professionals
Barwon hits green goal
Victoria’s Barwon Water has transitioned all its operations to net-zero emissions electricity.
Big solar boost opens
Australia is launching its $1 billion push to turbocharge local solar manufacturing.
Firms slammed over WA issues
The WA Premier has criticised some of the state’s major energy suppliers.
Heater measures proposed
A new standard is being created for comparing the energy efficiency of home heaters.
Power options outlined
The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) has released its 2024 Electricity Statement of Opportunities (ESOO).
Coal closure profits shown
Research suggests shutting down coal-fired power stations can be profitable for investors.
Undermined supplies studied
Experts say mining-induced damage to peatlands threatens Sydney’s water supply.
Deaths cause mine pause
Authorities have shut down operations at a Queensland coal mine after two fatalities in just three weeks.
AGL overcharging slammed
AGL has been found to have overcharged vulnerable customers and failed to issue refunds.
Bills sit over DMO
Many Australian households say they are paying electricity bills that far exceed the government benchmark.
CFMEU leaders shunted
The federal government has placed the Construction and General Division of the CFMEU under administration.
Green light for SunCable
The Federal Government has granted approval for what could be the largest solar farm in the world.
Methane panel forming
Chief Scientist Dr Cathy Foley will lead a new expert panel on methane emissions reporting.
Middle Arm fuel issues raised
The role of fossil fuels in the NT’s “sustainable development precinct” has been questioned.
More boring for slowed project
Snowy Hydro Limited is buying a fourth tunnel boring machine (TBM) in a bid to keep the Snowy 2.0 pumped hydro project on track.
AER head reflects on summit
Two of Australia’s biggest regulators have come together for a major summit.