Archived News for Energy Sector Professionals
Shell says it will stop paying workers at its Prelude floating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) facility if they continue industrial action.
Solar fuel tower tested
Researchers have reported on a new solar-powered tower that makes carbon-neutral jet fuel.
Activist warns of Greens risk
A leading environmental activist has warned the Greens not to sink Labor’s 43 per cent emissions cut target.
New options with powdered gas
Researchers say they have made a breakthrough with cheap, safe, powdered hydrogen.
Algae tapped for new fuel
Scientists are working on ways to produce biodiesel, aquaculture and livestock food from fast-growing microalgae.
EV highway heads west
Queensland is extending its electric vehicle charging network into remote areas.
AER issues performance report
The AER has released its electricity network performance report for 2021.
Connection tech tested
A new testing platform has been launched to fast-track large scale grid connections.
Funding backs battery boost
Federal funding has been provided for a 150 MW battery at Darlington Point to strengthen the NSW grid.
Green savings tallied
New stats show building wind and solar saved $81 billion in fossil fuel costs in 2021.
Big names look to skills summit
The Prime Minister has announced a national jobs and skills summit to be held in September.
Coal mine fined for cracks
A coal mine has been fined for “unacceptable” damage to world-renowned NSW rock formations.
Coal pressure alleged
An environmental lawyer says the Queensland government was “bullied” over alleged illegal mining in the state's south.
Green price slide slows
Officials have confirmed that renewables remain the cheapest source of electricity, but cost reductions are stalling.
Battery backed for NSW grid
ARENA has today announced $6.6 million in funding for a battery to strengthen NSW’s grid.
EV viability reviewed
Experts say electric vehicles may be feasible for 99 per cent of rural Australia.
Fossil fuel re-think urged
Environmentalists want the Federal Government to reconsider 19 major coal and gas proposals.
Gas prices spook firms
Some Australian fossil fuel megaprojects are at risk from soaring global gas prices.
Houses miss solar dollars
Experts say many Australian households are not getting the maximum savings from their household solar systems.
Big backing for CCS box
A local carbon capture and storage company has received some serious backing to rollout its technology.
Hydrogen links enhanced
CSIRO is bringing together Australia’s budding hydrogen industry with a new knowledge hub.