Archived News for Energy Sector Professionals
Origin to expand NSW hydro
Origin Energy says it will double the capacity of the Shoalhaven hydro electricity scheme.
WA aims at lithium
The WA Government says it wants to position the state at the centre of the booming lithium industry.
Water review covers Korean plans
A leaked government review has stirred concerns about plans for a series of coal mines in NSW.
Big fine levelled at Linc
Gas company Linc Energy has been fined a record $4.5 million for causing serious environmental harm.
Council questions mine rehab
A South Australian council has slammed the rehabilitation of coal-fired power stations and their ash dams.
Ergon faces overcharge claims
Over 1,000 Queensland businesses have been “illegally overcharged” by Ergon.
Frydenberg launches liquid review
Energy Minister Josh Frydenberg has announced a review of liquid fuel security.
Billions breathe heavy pollutants
New data shows that 9 out of 10 people worldwide breathe air containing high levels of pollutants.
Court flips Acland decision
Queensland’s Supreme Court has rejected a Land Court decision to scrap the expansion of the New Acland coal mine.
IMO wants ship emissions switch
Australia’s shipping industry could soon be required to halve its toxic emissions.
Rio buying robo-drills
Rio Tinto is buying more robo-drills to “create a safer working environment and boost productivity”.
Unions push manslaughter laws
Unions want new industrial manslaughter laws in Victoria to hold bosses responsible.
Alinta makes Liddell bid
Hong Kong’s Alinta Energy is making an official offer for AGL Energy’s ageing Liddell coal plant.
CEFC funds high-tech meters
The CEFC has given $5 million in support for a company that makes energy-saving thermostats.
Experts want different waste focus
An expansion of waste-to-energy projects is on the way, but experts say we cannot burn out problems away.
Floating nuclear giant sets sail
Russia has sent its controversial floating nuclear power plant out to sea.
Hazelwood health effects checked
A new study suggests the 2014 Hazelwood mine fire led to a spike in doctor visits by Latrobe Valley residents.