Sydney Water has awarded a contract to deliver major upgrades worth $150 million to the Richmond Water Recycling Plant (WRP) to improve its wastewater network and provide circular economy benefits. BMD Constructions will deliver the project, which is expected to double the plant capacity. The contract includes upgrades to the 7km main that transfers flows from North Richmond to Richmond, […]
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Barwon Water appoints interim Managing Director
Steph Barker Company news, News, People and appointments, Spotlight, Water 0Barwon Water has announced the appointment of an interim Managing Director, following the departure of former Managing Director, Tracey Slatter. General Manager Infrastructure, Technology and Transformation, Shaun Cumming, has been appointed to the role of Interim Managing Director, effective Friday 16 June 2023. Barwon Water Chair, Jo Plummer, said, “Over the past six years, Mr Cumming has been an integral […]
Another milestone reached in EnergyConnect project
Steph Barker Electricity, News, Projects, Spotlight 0EnergyConnect, Australia’s largest transmission project, has reached a milestone with the arrival of the first Phase Shifting Transformer (PST) for the project following a convoy across two states and through the outback. The $1.8 billion EnergyConnect project will allow energy to be shared between New South Wales, South Australia and Victoria, and enable the connection of more new renewable generation. […]
Hydro Tasmania welcomes new Board Chair
Steph Barker Company news, News, People and appointments, Spotlight, Water 0Hydro Tasmania has announced the appointment of its new Chair of the Board. Richard Bolt has worked in both public and private sectors, leading major innovation and reform across industries including energy, resources, agriculture, education, economic development and transport. He was a leading architect of the national energy market’s governance systems. Hydro Tasmania Chief Executive Officer, Ian Brooksbank, said senior […]
The Tasmanian Economic Regulator has released its State of the Industry Report (2021–22) – an independent report that provides an overview and the identification of key priorities to improve the performance of water and sewerage services in Tasmania. TasWater said the report recognises its continued success in meeting performance targets. TasWater Chief Executive Officer, George Theo, said highlights from the […]
VIC water utility expands $50M sewer upgrade program
Steph Barker Asset management, News, Pipelines, Spotlight, Utility location, Water, Water and Wastewater Treatment 0Barwon Water has announced it is expanding its program of sewer upgrades and repairs to protect the local environment and ensure the region’s network is reliable. Many sewer mains in the region are several decades old, with some more than 100 years old. They are vulnerable to damage from tree roots, and from rubbish and wipes flushed down toilets and […]
The Northern Territory Government has released its Territory Water Plan, the first ever whole-of-government plan, which is a package of actions that will set the foundation for delivering water security for all Territorians. The Territory Government said that water security is about balancing competing and complex water demands, pressures and challenges over time to ensure Territorians have access to safe […]
Unitywater investing $1.8B in water and wastewater services
Kody Cook News, Projects, Spotlight, Water, Water and Wastewater Treatment 0Unitywater has announced it will be investing $1.8 billion over the next five years to increase the reliability and quality of water and wastewater services and contribute to the liveability of south-east Queensland. Executive Manager Sustainable Infrastructure Solutions, Daniel Lambert, said the utility operates in one of the fastest growing areas in the country, and planning is taking place to […]
Jemena Malabar Biomethane Injection Plant now operational
Kody Cook Gas, News, Projects, Spotlight, Sustainability 0Jemena has announced that its Malabar Biomethane Injection Plant is operational, and is injecting biomethane produced from Sydney’s wastewater directly into the New South Wales gas network, as part of an Australian-first project. The Malabar Biomethane Demonstration Project, co-funded by energy infrastructure company Jemena and the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA), is creating biomethane by upgrading biogas produced from organic […]
Urban Utilities leads joint research project to revolutionise wastewater treatment
Kody Cook Company news, News, Spotlight, Sustainability, Water and Wastewater Treatment 0Urban Utilities has led a $5 million joint research project to help support sustainable population growth across regional and rural Australia by revolutionising wastewater treatment with supercharged, waste-eating algae. Urban Utilities spokesperson, Anna Hartley, said algae – which produce half the world’s oxygen – love to feed on nutrients found in wastewater, removing them naturally. “Algae might be tiny, but […]
Milestone for Liverpool Wastewater Pumping Station
Kody Cook News, Projects, Spotlight, Water and Wastewater Treatment 0Construction is well underway on Sydney Water’s new $37 million Liverpool Wastewater Pumping Station, which will provide essential water and wastewater services to an additional 21,000 dwellings in the rapidly expanding Liverpool CBD. Installation has completed of an 18-tonne cement roof, which marks a major milestone for the project. Sydney Water’s General Manager Asset Lifecycle, Paul Plowman, said it’s a […]
Berrybank Stage 2 Wind Farm officially opens
Kody Cook Electricity, News, Projects, Renewable Energy, Spotlight, Wind 0The Berrybank Stage 2 wind farm, located in Victoria’s Western Plains, is now in operation and is set to power Canberra as it transitions its energy grid. Minister for Water, Energy and Emissions Reductions, Shane Rattenbury, said this milestone strengthens the Australian Capital Territory’s commitment 100 per cent renewable electricity. “Berrybank 2 is one of 13 large scale renewable energy […]
QLD Budget: More than $20B to allocated to energy and water
Kody Cook Electricity, News, Projects, Spotlight, Water 0The Queensland Government’s State Budget has allocated $19 billion over four years to deliver on the Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan, and more than $1.7 billion is locked in for water infrastructure and planning. Queensland Premier, Anastacia Palaszczuk, said this budget empowers publicly owned energy entities to drive Queensland forward toward more affordable and more reliable renewable energy. “It represents […]
$10M pipeline begins construction in rural WA
Kody Cook News, Pipelines, Projects, Spotlight, Water 0Water Corporation’s $10 million water distribution pipeline – that will provide clean drinking water to City of Cockburn residents – has commenced construction. Water Corporation has begun construction on a $10 million water distribution pipeline to provide clean drinking water to residents in the City of Cockburn. The 2.6km pipeline is being installed underneath the intersection at Beeliar Drive and […]
NT Gov issues commitment for Middle Arm development
Kody Cook Contracts awarded, Electricity, News, Projects, Renewable Energy, Spotlight 0The Northern Territory Government, as part of its next step to developing the Middle Arm Sustainable Development Precinct, has issued ‘not to deal’ commitments to five proponents over specific parcels of land at the precinct. These commitments mean that their preferred sites in Middle Arm will be set aside for up to 12 months to provide each proponent confidence and […]
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA), on behalf of the Australian Government has announced that it will be providing Solar Analytics $929,000 in funding to develop Solar Maximiser, an online tool intended to help consumers make smart consumer energy resources (CER) investment decisions. The tool will assess available resources such as rooftop solar, smart electric hot water, batteries and electric […]
The Wambo Wind Farm is now under construction as part of Queensland’s Energy and Jobs Plan, and is expected to generate 252MW of energy for the region. The farm, and its grid connection, a joint project between Cubico Sustainable Investments and Stanwell Corporation, is anticipated to create around 450 jobs in construction with clean energy set to protect jobs in […]
South East Water announces recipients of Community Grants Program
Kody Cook News, People and appointments, Spotlight 0South East Water has announced it will be assisting 16 Victorian community groups complete important projects as part of its Community Grants Program. Now in its fourth year, the program has granted more than $320,000 to 66 community groups across Melbourne’s south-east, helping to make communities better places to live. South East Water General Manager Customer Experience, Lara Salembier, congratulated […]
Tender awarded for NT wind generation study
Kody Cook Civil Construction, Electricity, News, Spotlight, Sustainability, Wind 0The Territory Government has awarded a tender for a wind generation study that will identify prospective locations for large-scale wind generation in the Territory. Global consulting company Jacobs will deliver the study from its office in Darwin, with a clear commitment to deliver local benefits and initiatives to support local employment and industry development. The final study is expected to […]
The Federal Government has announced it will be funding the $1 million Darwin Clean Hydrogen Hub, a study that will explore the production, demand, storage and delivery of hydrogen in a potential market. The joint study will be completed by INPEX, Santos, Xodus and Australia’s national science agency CSIRO. Over 18 months, the Darwin Clean Hydrogen Hub will examine market […]
Multimillion-dollar training initiative launched for regional NSW
Steph Barker Electricity, News, Projects, Spotlight 0A multimillion-dollar training initiative has been launched as part of EnergyConnect to boost skills in the power transmission sector across regional New South Wales. Legacy 100 is predicted to result in up to 100 candidates completing qualifications in Transmission Line Construction as part of the $1.8 billion EnergyConnect project being built from Wagga Wagga to the South Australian border. Transgrid […]
World not on track to meet sustainable development goal, report finds
Steph Barker Electricity, News, Policy, Spotlight, Sustainability 0The world is not on track to achieve Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 7 for energy by 2030, according to findings released by the International Energy Agency (IEA) from the 2023 Tracking SDG 7: The Energy Progress Report. The report, released by the IEA, the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), the United Nations Statistics Division (UNSD), the World Bank, and the […]
$10M big battery for Phillip Island
Kody Cook Batteries & Storage, Civil Construction, Electricity, News, Renewable Energy, Spotlight 0Phillip Island has switched on the Phillip Island Community Energy Storage System (PICESS), a joint $10 million 5MW/10MWh project which can power 8,000 homes and secure energy supply during peak periods. The PICESS is located in a 38m x 34m fenced high voltage compound and is connected to the electricity grid via underground cables. The battery will replace diesel generators […]
New collaboration for Greater Melbourne catchments flood warning system
Kody Cook Company news, Disaster Management, News, Spotlight 0A new collaboration between Melbourne Water, the Bureau of Meteorology and the Victoria State Emergency Service (VICSES) will be looking to implement an improved flood warning system for Greater Melbourne catchments in the wake of the October 2022 Maribyrnong River event. The agencies will evaluate options and work together to streamline flood forecasts and warnings – one of a range […]
QLD Gov to support energy workers and renewables targets
Kody Cook Electricity, News, Policy, Renewable Energy, Spotlight 0The Queensland Government is calling for feedback on newly drafted legislation to legally protect renewables targets and energy workers as part of the Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan. The draft Energy (Renewable Transformation and Jobs) Bill 2023 establishes the framework to provide clarity and certainty to consumers, workers, investors, and industry as the state transitions to renewable energy under its […]
Sydney Water and Hunter Water shielded from privatisation
Kody Cook News, People and appointments, Policy, Spotlight, Water 0The New South Wales Government has successfully passed legislation to protect Sydney Water and Hunter Water from privatisation through the Legislative Council. Both Sydney Water and Hunter Water are statutory state-owned corporations and will be safeguarded from privatisation with the passage of the Constitutional Amendment (Sydney Water and Hunter Water) Bill 2023. The successful passage of the bill on Thursday […]
Essential repairs begin on Townsville City sewer main
Kody Cook Maintenance, News, Pipelines, Spotlight, Water and Wastewater Treatment 0Townsville City Council has begun renewal of the essential underground wastewater trunk pipeline on Thuringowa Drive, which transports sewerage from Kirwan and surrounding areas to the Mount St John Sewerage Treatment Plant. Infrastructure Services Committee chairperson, Kurt Rehbein, said the works were part of Council’s ongoing commitment to providing reliable wastewater services to the Townsville community. “As a council we […]
South East Water recruits new general managers to support new strategies
Kody Cook Company news, News, People and appointments, Spotlight 0As the company moves to implement its new long-term strategy for furthering commitment to customer and community, South East Water (SEW) welcomed two new members to the executive leadership team. Karen Lau has been named as SEW’s new General Manager Strategy and Stakeholder and will start with the organisation on 19 June. Lara Salembier, who has been with the organisation […]
New data shows lack of Q1 financial closes for energy projects
Kody Cook Civil Construction, Electricity, News, Renewable Energy, Spotlight 0Clean Energy Council’s new data reveals a mixed start for 2023, with eight large-scale generation and storage projects commencing construction, but only one new project reaching financial close in the first quarter. The new construction projects equate to $1.3 billion in value – nearly double what was under construction in Q4 2022 – with three of those projects located in […]
The triple bottom line benefits of trenchless technology
Steph Barker Sponsored Editorial, Spotlight, Trenchless technology 0Gone are the days where project selection criteria was based solely on the benefits to corporate and business leaders. Nowadays, it’s no longer enough to focus on these benefits alone, and more and more contractors are on the hunt for equipment options that look at the bigger picture and offer triple bottom line benefits. What is the triple bottom line? […]
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