Archived News for Energy Sector Professionals - May, 2021
A major fuel pipeline firm in the US has paid hackers millions to regain control of its infrastructure.
CSIRO plots solar peak
New stats show Australia installed its highest ever number of rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) panels in 2020.
Government gas may need diesel
Australia’s taxpayer funded gas-fired power plant may have to run on diesel for its first six months.
Prices dip in NEM shift
New figures show a mild summer has led to lower wholesale electricity prices.
More gains for future cells
Australian experts have shown that next-gen solar panels can run cooler.
Power shocks prompt warning
After a spate of electric shocks, WorkSafe Victoria has issued a warning about overhead powerlines.
Coal site picked for green switch
A new company is turning an old power station into a battery and industrial zone.
Diesel rebate tops $7.8 billion
Making fossil-fuel industries pay for diesel could save Australian taxpayers $7.8 billion a year.
Hybrid power plan funded
Approval has been granted for Australia's first net-zero hybrid power station.
New funds back big electrolysers
The Federal Government is funding some of the largest hydrogen electrolysers in the world.
Pipe hack halts supplies
A ransomware attack has shut down one of the United States' major fuel pipeline operators.
Santos backs gas plan
One of Australia’s biggest gas producers has welcomed the Federal Government’s National Gas Infrastructure Plan.
NAB backs coal port
NAB is helping to finance the world's largest coal export terminal, but with a number of green conditions.
New funds for DER deep dive
New funding will help experts find distributed energy resource (DER) solutions for low-voltage networks.
New gas plant slammed
Locals have rejected the Federal Government’s plan to build a new gas-fired power station.
Quantum tech for heat-power
Australian nuclear scientists are helping gather extra power from waste heat.
Vic announces EV subsidy
The Victorian Government has announced a $3,000 subsidy for electric vehicle purchases.