Archived News for Energy Sector Professionals
Gas decline predicted
A new report predicts offshore Victorian gas output will decline rapidly from around 2023.
Smelter paid to power down
The Federal Government says it will underwrite Alcoa's giant Victorian smelter to ensure stability during peak power-usage periods.
Turbine syndrome re-studied
Researchers have taken another look at whether wind ‘farm’ turbine noise in the environment can affect sleep and wellbeing of nearby residents.
Wind farms drive price drop, volatility
New research shows wind farms are lowering electricity prices but increasing price volatility in the national energy market.
Blueprint lays green path
Authorities say the COVID-19 recovery period is a good time for one state to focus on sustainability.
IPC approves coal over water
NSW’s Independent Planning Commission (IPC) has green-lit the expansion of a coal mine above Sydney’s water catchment.
Basslink pays for cable fail
Basslink has been ordered to pay the Tasmanian Government almost $40 million in compensation...
BOM influence alleged
Reports say global energy giants have influenced Australia’s Bureau of Meteorology (BOM).
Solar fires spotted
Authorities are cracking down after a spike in solar panel-related house fires in NSW.
States praised for green goals
The UN has thanked Australian states for their net zero commitments, but not the Federal Government.
Climate risks extend to rich
A new report finds no country – whether rich or poor – is immune from the health impacts of worsening climate change.
LNG controls concern firms
Australia’s big east coast LNG exporters will soon face formal price controls for the first time.
Miner fined for misinterpretation
Bravus, formerly Adani, has paid a $26,000 fine for “misinterpreting” its environmental approval conditions.
Database aims to boost fusion
Researchers have created a database of electron-molecule reactions in the pursuit of nuclear fusion power.
Uranium labelled unhelpful
It appears unlikely that Victoria will change its stance on uranium mining.
Alinta fined for health risk
Alinta Energy has been hit with a $200,000 fine for putting vulnerable customers at risk.
Big boost for heat-power
Australian researchers say their new breakthrough could unlock body-heat powered personal devices.
CFA seeks Hazelwood costs
Victoria’s Country Fire Authority (CFA) is attempting to recover the cost of putting out the 2014 Hazelwood coal mine fire.
EV tax could hold back goals
Experts say electric vehicle taxes will put Australia even further behind in the market.
Funds for first micro-hydro
New funding has been provided for Australia’s first remote microgrid using renewable hydrogen generation.