Archived News for Energy Sector Professionals
Reliance on old technology is pushing up Australia’s wholesale power prices, and could lead to higher bills for households.
NSW seeks board balance
The NSW Government has imposed gender targets on board positions for state owned corporations.
Human waste site goes live
Queensland is now home to the Southern Hemisphere’s first human-waste-to-energy plant.
Beetaloo boost secured
The Commonwealth and Northern Territory governments have signed off on a funding deal to accelerate Beetaloo Basin gas production.
China coal drop forecast
Experts say China’s demand for coal imports, including from Australia, will drop significantly by 2025.
Green readiness ranked
Woodside and Santos are low on a list of energy companies ranked by low-carbon readiness.
Locals lag in green shift
A new survey suggests Australians are lagging behind in their willingness to change carbon-creating habits.
Next-gen batteries advanced
Local engineers say they are closer to developing a more sustainable, rechargeable ‘organic’ battery.
NT solar giant looms
More details have been released for a planned $30 billion solar energy project in the Northern Territory.
AEMO reports reliability needs
Authorities say Australia’s eastern states will have to deliver on their pledges if they are to avoid an energy shortfall.
CSIRO backs next-gen tech
CSIRO has announced $50 million in new investments towards growing national issues.
Greens seek steel shift
The Greens have pledged $500 million to assist steelmakers in quitting coal.
Materials tamed for modulator
Experts have created a new device that should improve future electronics.
Twitter tussles with Musk bid
Twitter appears to be cutting off Elon Musk’s attempt to take control.
WA knocks uranium plan
A major miner says it is committed to a uranium project in WA, despite being knocked back by the state government.
COP26 goals could cap warming
Experts say that strict adherence to the COP26 climate goals should keep global warming to 2℃.
Woodside seeks new listings
Woodside has applied for a US listing ahead of a $63 billion merger vote.