Archived News for Energy Sector Professionals
A company with a real niche market in Australia has resumed operations. The country’s only biodiesel producer is jumping on a low Australian dollar and restarting exports.
Poll shows strong support for Tasmanian wind farm
More than half of the respondents to a recent poll said they were in favour of a proposed $2 billion wind farm in Tasmania.
Sun setting on solar opportunities
Members of the Australian solar energy industry are hoping a downturn in the dollar will prompt a jump in solar sign-ons.
Think tank says WA could be a biofuel haven
A report by a Western Australian think tank has highlighted the massive potential of algae farming as a source for biofuel, billions of dollars and thousands of jobs.
Workers locked out as energy industrial actions continue
Energy Australia has locked out workers from its Yallourn power station. The CFMEU Mining and Energy division says operators have been shut out indefinitely after industrial action over the weekend.
Going The Way Of The Blacksmith
Origin Energy is ending door-to-door sales by the end of September, bowing not just to modern technology but also to strict regulations surrounding door-to-door sales.
Tinkler Cashes In Most Significant Remaining Asset
Embattled former coal baron and ex-billionaire Nathan Tinkler has sold his 19.4 percent stake in Whitehaven Coal for $2.96 per share.
Sydney Takes The Point In Climate Change Battle
Australia knows global warming better than most other countries, especially after the hottest January ever. Sydney aims to lead the country in solving the problems that cause global warming.
China Commences Carbon-Trading
China is launching its first carbon-trading scheme today in the city of Shenzhen. The plan is to increase it to seven cities by 2014 and take it nationwide after 2015.
New report urges an end to most coal mining
A new report which states Australian coal should be left in the ground has understandably angered the mining industry.
Pro-Wind Power Wins Rally Contest
If there’s one thing that the duelling wind rallies in Canberra proved, it’s that Aussies are behind wind power. And that means new opportunities for wind entrepreneurs and the job seekers that love them.
The Sun Versus Wine: Europe Seeks A Settlement
The European Union's top trade official is heading to Beijing on Friday to talk about China dumping solar panels on the continent, and avoiding a trade war.
Clive Palmer looking for bail-out in tough times
Reports have surfaced suggesting trouble in the Clive Palmer empire, but the mining boss' run for PM continues
Exploration funding increases investment in WA
61 drilling projects across Western Australia will share in a $7.2 million boost from the State Government; the funding is set to support the on-going search for minerals and petroleum.
The funds have already been hailed as a boost to the state’s reputation amongst investors both locally and globally.
Green groups get together on wind farm debate
Australian environmental groups are campaigning to end anti-wind farm rhetoric, saying it could damage the industry and our environmental future.
Sydney sets its sights on a completely green future
A draft plan by the City of Sydney has suggested the metropolis could be powered by entirely renewable sources.
Take the power back; a push for community-owned renewable energy
A new initiative by the Coalition for Community Energy is calling on the Federal Government to fund the establishment of renewable energy sources in communities around the country.
Mining boost for NSW and SA
The NSW and SA mining industries will join forces to boost exploration, infrastructure and economic development through a new agreement signed by the states.
NSW renews contentious CSG licences
The New South Wales Government has renewed exploration lincences for the Coal Seam Gas industry to renew operations in the Pilliga Forest.
IEA releases climate policy framework
Keeping global temperature rises below 2 degrees Celsius is still a viable possibility, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA).
BHP offloads Browse interest
Mining giant BHP Billiton has announced it has sold off its 8.3 per cent stake in the East Browse Joint Venture and 20 per cent interest in the West Browse Joint Venture for USD$1.63 billion to PetroChina International.