Archived News for Energy Sector Professionals - February, 2023
Australia’s energy ministers have scrapped plans for a new rule on grid connections, in a potential win for renewable energy storage.
Bowen commits to Snowy
The energy minister concedes that the Snowy 2.0 project is problematic, but says it will not be canned.
Conflict costs measured
British scientists have calculated how much the war in Ukraine has affected global energy prices.
Union seeks coal security
Unions want job security for coal mine workers affected by BHP’s sale announcement.
Algorithm aimed at tiny X-rays
Researchers from UNSW Sydney have tested a new imaging algorithm to enhance hydrogen fuel cells.
Bias seen in PEP-11 rejection
A judge has ruled that former prime minister Scott Morrison's decision to reject a gas exploration licence off the coast of New South Wales was “infected by apprehended bias”.
CCS set for GAB
Serious questions are being asked about where Glencore can store waste carbon dioxide in the Great Artesian Basin (GAB).
Green path laid for industry
An expert consultation process has laid out a path to decarbonisation in Australia.
Big new battery tested
Australian researchers have commissioned the biggest large-scale iron flow battery outside of the United States.
CSIRO links for future work
Australian and US scientists are combining their smarts to tackle global challenges.
Gas to back WA coal exit
Western Australia has announced plans to wean itself off coal entirely within seven years.
Seawater split for hydro boost
Australian researchers are making hydrogen fuel directly from seawater, in a huge advance for the technology.
Tallawarra builders secured
EnergyAustralia says its $300 million Tallawarra B gas power plant will be completed on time, despite the collapse of a major contractor Clough.
Gas study undermined
The CSIRO has been criticised over the findings of a report on fracking in the Beetaloo Basin.
High Court reviews EV charge
A legal challenge against Victoria's electric vehicle tax has begun in the High Court.
Mining views mismatch contribution
A veteran historian says mining remains central to the Australian economy, despite its unpopularity.
Wind farm risk raised
Locals are concerned that a proposed offshore wind farm in South East SA will interrupt fishing.
ARENA backs CSP
ARENA has approved $65 million in funding for Australia’s first commercial scale concentrated solar power plant.
Battery talks begin
The Federal Government has launched industry consultations to inform its big battery strategy.
Bill help pays off
New government figures show energy caps are having a positive impact on power bills.