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Hunter earthquake exposes fault lines in Coalition’s nuclear scheme

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The 4.8 magnitude earthquake in the Hunter today raises serious questions about the Liberal National Party’s plans for nuclear reactors in the region, Solutions for Climate Australia said. The earthquake’s epicentre was very close to the Liddell power station where the Liberal National Party aims to build at least one nuclear reactor. Solutions for Climate … Continued

Have your say: Jemena releases Draft Pricing and Services Plan

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Energy infrastructure company, Jemena, has today released its Draft Pricing and Services Plan (the plan) for its electricity network in north-west Melbourne. The plan is open for feedback until 16 September 2024. The plan outlines how Jemena will manage its electricity network – which services more than 380,000 customers across north-west Melbourne – for the … Continued

VICTORIAN TENANTS FACE BEING SLUGGED WITH $65 PER WEEK RENT RISE FROM ENERGY EFFICIENCY STANDARDS

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Victorian residential tenants could be slugged up to $65 extra rent per week ($3,400 per year), if proposed new energy efficiency standards go ahead, according to new research. The Victoria Government is proposing new minimum energy efficiency standards for rental properties from October 2025 which would force the replacement of gas appliances that have reached … Continued

Chevron Builds on CCS Portfolio With Greenhouse Gas Assessment Permit Offshore Australia

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HOUSTON–BUSINESS WIRE– Chevron Corporation (NYSE: CVX), through its subsidiary Chevron Australia New Ventures Pty Ltd (Chevron), has been awarded a greenhouse gas (GHG) assessment permit offshore Western Australia. The permit award provides further opportunity for Chevron to deliver on its strategy of safely delivering lower carbon energy to a growing world. The G-18-AP permit is … Continued

Rewiring Australia’s Dr Saul Griffith in Queensland for two Electrify Everything Events in Brisbane and on the Gold Coast

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Rewiring Australia co-founder and Chief Scientist Dr Saul Griffith, affectionately known as “Dr Electrify” is heading to Queensland in September for two Electrify Everything events in Brisbane and on the Gold Coast. Dr Griffith will outline his research and visionary blueprint, painting an inspiring yet practical picture of empowered local communities acting collectively, and households … Continued

Schneider Electric celebrates a century of TeSys innovation

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Schneider Electric, a leader of the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has announced the 100-year anniversary of its innovative TeSys motor control and management solution.    Since its inception, TeSys has set the standard for industry-leading protection, featuring built-in arc flash safeguards and comprehensive cybersecurity measures to ensure unparalleled reliability. With a century … Continued

Experts back massive sun shine project

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWEDNESDAY 21 AUGUST The Climate Council applauds today’s announcement of the green light for Australia’s largest solar farm as a “bold step in seizing the power of the sun to make Australia a clean energy powerhouse.”  The Sun Cable Australia-Asia Power Link, a 12,000-hectare solar farm in the Northern Territory, is poised to … Continued

Innovation Bay and ARENA renewables startup showcase returns

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INNOVATION BAY AND ARENA RENEWABLES STARTUP SHOWCASE RETURNS FOR FIFTH YEAR TO CONNECT MOST PROMISING RENEWABLES STARTUPS WITH INVESTORS AND ACCELERATE SECTOR GROWTH Startups are now invited to submit applications to be featured at prestigious renewables event – deadline closes 11:59PM AEST Monday, 30 September 2024. 21 AUGUST 2024 – Sydney – Innovation Bay, Australia’s leading membership community … Continued

Experts back massive sun shine project

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWEDNESDAY 21 AUGUST The Climate Council applauds today’s announcement of the green light for Australia’s largest solar farm as a “bold step in seizing the power of the sun to make Australia a clean energy powerhouse.”  The Sun Cable Australia-Asia Power Link, a 12,000-hectare solar farm in the Northern Territory, is poised to … Continued

Groundbreaking report exposes huge risks to NSW and Queensland koala populations from new coal mines and expansions

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A shocking new report, ‘Koalas or coal mines, how the federal government can help save Australia’s most iconic species’ reveals that federal Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek is facing approval decisions on 23 new coal mines and expansions in NSW and Queensland that are proposing to clear thousands of hectares of endangered koala habitat and produce … Continued