Archived News for Energy Sector Professionals
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has won a case against energy provider AGL, which has been slapped with a $1.555 million fine for its ‘illegal door-to-door selling practices’ by the Federal Court’.
Selectronic takes show on the global road
Victorian solar power inverter producer Selectronic has struck a major deal with one of the world’s biggest solar companies to distribute their cutting edge solar inverters around the globe.
Victoria cracks two million smart meter milestone
The Victorian Government has announced that two million smart meters have now been installed across the state, with 80 per cent of households in the state now having one installed.
Chair appointed for Tasmanian Network Transition Board
The Tasmanian Government has announced the appointment of Dr Dan Norton as the inaugural Chair of the new electricity company to be established following the merger of Transcend Networks and Aurora Energy.
Investments at peak finds BREE
Investment in major resources and energy projects has peaked at $268 billion, according to the latest report by the Bureau of Resources and Energy Economics (BREE).
Government touts clean energy achievements
The Federal Government has released a new interactive online map which shows the extent of investment in clean energy projects around the country under the Clean Energy Future package.
Government announces jobs package
The Federal Government has revealed the full extent of its $1 billion jobs package, which it says will support an ‘innovative and dynamic economy’ and will produce more Australian jobs.
New rules for offshore greenhouse gas storage
The Federal Government has passed new legislation through Parliament that will strengthen the authority of the National Offshore Petroleum Safety and Environmental Management Authority.
Investment to peak at $85 billion
Resources sector investment is set to peak in 201 at $85 billion, according to the latest figures released by international energy market experts Wood Mackenzie.
Feedback sought on SA development plan
The Federal and South Australian Governments are seeking public feedback on three new mining and infrastructure plans that will aim to guide the rollout of major transport, logistics, energy and water projects in regional South Australian.
Government moves forward clean tech spending
The Federal Government has announced it will bring forward $160 million in Clean Technology Investment Program funding to the 2014-15 financial year, in a bid to increase manufacturing investment and boost productivity.
GlencoreXstrata drops Balaclava terminal
Newly merged resources goliath GlencoreXstrata has announced it has dropped the planned Balaclava Island coal export terminal development.
BG Group sells LNG stake
BG Group has announced the sale of $1.93 billion worth of holdings in the Queensland Curtis Liquefied Natural Gas (QCLNG) project to China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC).
BREE releases annual report
The Bureau of Resources and Energy Economics (BREE) has released its Energy in Australia 2013 report, providing a detailed report into the state of play of energy in Australia, including resources, production, consumption, trade and prices.
Energy pollution dropping finds report
The energy sector has recorded significant drops in pollution production, according to the latest National Electricity Market data, while energy production by traditional high-polluting methods are declining.
New solar advocacy group launches
A new consumer solar power advocacy group has launched over the week in a bid to shine the light on power companies and politicians it says are leading a nationwide rip off.
Queensland carries on energy and water tour
Queensland Energy and Water Supply Minister, Mark McArdle, has met with Cr Tom Tate, Mayor of Gold Coast City Council, to discuss the city’s continued growth and issues surrounding water and energy supply to the region.
$31 million for Victorian mining
The Victorian Government pledged $31.7 million for the state’s mining sector from the State Budget.
$4 million to boost solar research
The Swinburne University of Technology and CSIRO will carry on ground-breaking solar cell research following a $4 million grant under the Science and Industry Endowment Fund (SIEF).
Customers disengaged finds report
A new Galaxy report has revealed that while almost half of Australians have actively sought information on domestic energy consumption, only 14 per cent can correctly identify what contributes to their household energy consumption.
EEO program saving millions: report
The Federal Government’s Energy Efficiency Opportunities (EEO) program is saving participants millions of dollars in energy costs each year, according to a new independent review.