The Western Australian Government has provided a $2 million grant to a major capital works project as part of its Renewable Hydrogen Fund, which is supporting the blending of renewable hydrogen in the natural gas network. The investment in ATCO Australia, which owns and operates the majority of the state’s gas distribution network, is set to help reduce emissions from […]
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Snowy Hydro Limited has released a Submissions Report addressing community, government and organisation responses to its Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) on the Hunter Power Project (Kurri Kurri Power Station). Snowy Hydro is 100 per cent owned by the Federal Government, causing controversy throughout its planning process for the proposed plant – mostly surrounding use of fossil fuels, suggestions the project […]
The ACCC’s latest gas report has revealed that a supply shortfall in Australia’s east coast gas market is increasing in likelihood, and indicates a finely balanced supply outlook for 2022. The ACCC’s Gas Market Inquiry 2017-2025 interim report found a shortfall of 2 PJ could arise across the entire east coast gas market next year, driven by a shortfall of […]
The Victorian Government has released the draft Petroleum Regulations 2021, opening it up for feedback from the community before it is finalised later this year. The draft Regulations guides explorers and developers on new requirements to better engage with the community and be more transparent, whilst allowing Victorians to see how the restart of the onshore gas industry is overseen […]
Industry responds to VIC Government’s Gas Roadmap
Utility Journalist Gas, News, Renewable Energy, Spotlight 0Australian Gas Infrastructure Group (AGIG), AusNet Services, APA Group and Jemena has provided feedback to the Victorian Government’s Gas Substitution Roadmap Consultation Paper, commending the State Government for considering ways for the gas sector to reach net zero emissions. The leading energy infrastructure companies are highlighting the importance of gas in achieving the most efficient transition to a low-carbon future […]
Australia Pacific LNG, Gladstone LNG, and the Queensland Curtis LNG Project have been re-authorised by the ACCC to coordinate maintenance schedules, reducing the probability of major disturbances to gas markets. In addition to their maintenance schedules, the gas plants will be able to coordinate their providers and techniques for another five years. “The reauthorisation means that all three gas plants […]
Every day, AllightSykes is supporting businesses to deliver critical services toour communities. From civil through to marine, Australia to Ghana, you’ll find AllightSykes products everywhere. With over 50 years of innovative design and manufacturing of Australian-made equipment, AllightSykes has created pumps for the most challenging and diverse environments. AllightSykes pumps are regarded worldwide as one of the most efficient dewatering […]
Senex Energy has signed a seven-year deal with Adbri Limited to supply up to 11PJ of gas from 2023. Minister for Resources and Water, Keith Pitt, said he welcomed news of the agreement, which will ensure Queensland gas is supplied to Adbri Limited ─ a South Australian company that is one of Australia’s leading cement manufacturers. “I want to congratulate […]
The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) has been informed by AGL that it will mothball one of the four operational Torrens B units, Torrens B1 unit, in October FY22. The decision follows the continued decline in South Australian forward prices and the volume of new capacity that has come into the market, creating challenging conditions that don’t support the financial […]
Victorian Minister for Energy, Environment and Climate Change, Lily D’Ambrosio, has launched a Gas Substitution Roadmap consultation paper, with the goal of reducing emissions from gas use, helping to halve the state’s carbon emissions by 2030 and reaching net zero emissions by 2050. The gas sector currently contributes almost 16 per cent of Victoria’s greenhouse gas emissions. Over $2 million […]
Jemena, NSW renewable energy accreditor GreenPower, and Energy Networks Australia (ENA) have joined forces to develop Australia’s first Renewable Gas Certification Pilot. The pilot will be delivered by GreenPower over a minimum of two years and will inform the development of a permanent certification scheme for renewable gases. Jemena Executive General Manager of Energy Networks, Shaun Reardon, said, “We are […]
Gas network pressure monitoring made simple and safe
Katie Livingston Digital Utilities, Gas, Instrumentation, Control & Monitoring, IOT, Sponsored Editorial 0To efficiently manage a reliable gas distribution network, you need data from various points within the network. Understanding the actual pressures across the network will assist in validating modelling, optimising system regulation, identifying leakages and help prevent negative customer experience. Although telemetry may already exist as part of the network control system, this is generally installed where control assets are […]
Hydrogen Park South Australia now open
Imogen Hartmann Company news, Electricity, Gas, News, Projects, Spotlight, Sustainability 0The $14.5 million Hydrogen Park South Australia (HyP SA) is now officially open and blending renewable hydrogen into part of its natural gas distribution network in Adelaide. The facility is owned by Australian Gas Networks (AGN) – part of Australian Gas Infrastructure Group (AGIG) – and located south of Adelaide at the Tonsley Innovation District. At HyP SA, a proton […]
Unlimited data satellite internet for IoT monitoring and worker campsite connectivity
Katie Livingston Digital Utilities, Gas, Instrumentation, Control & Monitoring, IOT, Maintenance, Sponsored Editorial 0Australian Private Networks (APN) supplies fixed and portable satellite internet services to allow internet connectivity at utility sites in even the most remote Australian locations. APN was recently contracted by State Gas Limited (ASX:GAS) to devise a solution for its remote gas extraction operations. Located in central Queensland, its projects are in remote places lacking fixed-line communications services with no […]
AGL launches floating excavator at Loy Yang A Power Station
Imogen Hartmann Coal seam gas, Company news, Electricity, News, Projects, Spotlight 0AGL is employing the use of a 65-tonne floating excavator, “Arthur”, to improve network operations and safety at the Loy Yang A Power Station. An amalgamation of machinery, the Caterpillar 336 excavator is the result of a four-year problem-solving exercise to find equipment capable of operating on the soft surface of ash ponds. AGL’s Chief Operating Officer, Markus Brokhof, said […]
A pioneering partnership at the forefront of the energy transition
Charlotte Pordage Asset management, Civil Construction, Gas, Pipelines, Renewable Energy, Sponsored Editorial 0Leading energy infrastructure utility, Jemena, and delivery partner in the electricity and gas infrastructure market, Zinfra, are both part of the SGSPAA group of companies. As part of a joint business initiative undertaken by Jemena and Zinfra, it was decided that the Jemena Major Projects team would transition to the Zinfra Projects and Infrastructure group, forming a new integrated Projects […]
Water, energy, digital economy highlighted in Federal Budget 2021-22
Imogen Hartmann Company news, Digital Utilities, Electricity, Gas, News, Projects, Spotlight, Sustainability, Water, Water and Wastewater Treatment 0The Federal Government has announced its 2021-22 Budget, with funding for the energy and water sectors, plus a major investment in the digital economy. More than $1.8 billion has been allocated in the 2021-22 Budget for the energy sector. The Federal Government highlighted the $58.6 million for the gas sector; but the majority of the energy industry’s allocation has gone […]
PSSS adds SRJ weld-free solutions to rental inventory
Katie Livingston Gas, Maintenance, Pipelines, Sponsored Editorial 0Piping solutions provider PSSS has added the first of a range of weld-free repair and maintenance offerings from SRJ Technologies to its rental catalogue. And it has many in the industry excited. When Piping Specialty Supply Services (PSSS) Managing Director, John Wilton, heard about SRJ Technologies’ BoltEx® flange clamp, he knew it was the answer to an ongoing challenge in […]
Liddell Power Station decommissioning tender awarded
Imogen Hartmann Company news, Contracts awarded, Electricity, Gas, News, Projects, Spotlight 0AGL has commenced twelve weeks of transition planning for the conversion of Liddell Power Station into an Energy Hub, after awarding the tender for the first stage of closure, decommissioning and demolition planning for the power station. Through a competitive procurement process, leading diversified engineering contractor, Delta Group was awarded the tender. AGL Chief Operating Officer, Markus Brokhof, said this […]
The role of utilities in the development of the circular economy
Charlotte Pordage Batteries & Storage, Biosolids Content Hub, Electricity, Features, Gas, Renewable Energy, Solar, Sustainability, Water, Water and Wastewater Treatment 0The circular economy refers to the transition away from the current linear model of ‘take, make and dispose’ towards one that uses resources efficiently and repurposes what was previously regarded as waste. Here, we explore the role of utilities in moving from business models that prioritise resource drain to ones that value resource gain.
Collaboration key to realising Australia’s hydrogen potential
Katie Livingston Features, Gas, Renewable Energy, Sustainability 0When renewable energy is used to produce hydrogen, it is a clean fuel with no emissions and has the potential to decarbonise many energy and industrial sectors. Because of this it’s tipped to be a game-changer in the rapidly transforming energy industry, and a global effort is underway to develop hydrogen markets and achieve widespread use.
Clean hydrogen/gas plant to proceed
Imogen Hartmann Electricity, Gas, News, Projects, Spotlight, Sustainability 0The NSW Government has given EnergyAustralia approval to proceed with the transformation of its existing Tallawarra Power Station into Australia’s first net zero emissions hydrogen and gas capable plant. The new power station will deliver reliable power to around 150,000 homes, contribute $300 million to the economy and create 250 well-paid jobs during construction. EnergyAustralia Managing Director, Catherine Tanna, said […]
Advancements in energy technology
Imogen Hartmann Company news, Electricity, Gas, News, Projects, Renewable Energy, Sustainability 0As Australian Energy Week 2021 fast approaches, conference organiser Quest heard from industry leaders about the up-and-coming technologies in the industry, and developments to keep an eye on. To establish an energy system that is affordable, reliable, and renewable, the energy industry is evolving and innovating at a rapid rate. But which technological advances are paradigm-shifters for the industry in […]
Green energy into the gas grid: FLOWSIC continues to provide stable measurements
Katie Livingston Gas, Instrumentation, Control & Monitoring, Renewable Energy, Sponsored Editorial 0A climate-friendly and promising application is emerging for the natural gas network. Operators of gas grids can keep up with the trend to feed, transport and store renewable hydrogen in existing gas networks – without additional investment in new FLOWSIC gas flow meters. Ultrasonic technology from SICK continues to provide stable measurements in gas infrastructure despite changes in gas properties. […]
AGL CEO steps down
Imogen Hartmann Company news, Electricity, Gas, News, People and appointments, Spotlight 0After almost 15 years with AGL, including the past two-and-a-half years as Managing Director and CEO, Brett Redman has resigned effective immediately. Mr Redman advised the board that he believed he could not make a long-term commitment beyond the proposed structural separation announced on 30 March 2021. As a result, the board agreed it was appropriate to put in place […]
Origin and Port of Townsville sign hydrogen deal
Imogen Hartmann Civil Construction, Company news, Electricity, Gas, News, Projects, Sustainability 0The Port of Townsville is set to expand and develop new facilities in line with a recently signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Origin Energy on its export-scale liquid hydrogen project. The MOU facilitates the potential expansion of the port as well as the development of a liquefaction facility, new berth and associated infrastructure. Origin is collaborating with Japan’s Kawasaki […]
New hybrid energy partnership
Imogen Hartmann Batteries & Storage, Company news, Electricity, Gas, News, Projects, Renewable Energy, Solar, Sustainability, Wind 0Thanks to a recently signed memorandum of understanding (MOU), AGL and Wärtsilä will jointly deliver large-scale hybrid energy systems for commercial and industrial customers. The agreement will allow the development of systems which integrate renewable behind-the-meter and off-grid technologies to improve energy efficiencies and supply. AGL Chief Operating Officer, Markus Brokhof, said AGL is excited to be developing these innovative […]
In its latest Gas Statement of Opportunities (GSOO), the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) has found Australia’s gas supply will remain secure until 2026, with new gas projects vital for Australia’s overall supply. AMEO forecasts an improved outlook for gas supply until at least 2026 across the eastern and south-eastern gas systems, if committed field developments and pipeline expansions proceed […]
Piping Specialty Supply Services announced as Specialty Polymer Coatings Australian dealer
Charlotte Pordage Corrosion, Gas, Maintenance, Pipelines, Sponsored Editorial, Water 0Matt Alliston, Vice President of Specialty Polymer Coatings (SPC), and John Wilton, Managing Director of Piping Specialty Supply Services (PSSS), are pleased to announce the appointment of PSSS as the premier dealer here in Australia for the SPC range of polymer coatings and accessories. Mr Alliston explained, “We have chosen PSSS for its proven ability to not only sell our […]
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