The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA), on behalf of the Federal Government, has announced $9.75 million in funding for Intellihub to launch a new Demand Flexibility Platform (DFP). Intellihub’s $22 million project is designed to target 510MW of aggregated load under control through the enrolment of over 140,000 customer devices. The project will initially target integration with residential hot water […]
Queensland Premier, Steven Miles, has unveiled the government’s plan to legislate a new emissions reduction target of 75 per cent by 2035. Premier Miles said 75 per cent by 2035 is an achievable target that will support industry growth, attract greater investment in renewables and generate lasting benefits, especially in regional areas, and will also provide Queenslanders with greater access […]
Ergon Energy has advised that approximately 90 per cent of customers impacted by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Jasper were restored by 9pm on 16 December 2023, while 4,300 customers remained without electricity supply at that time. This figure is down from the peak of 40,000. With a flood emergency currently in place, the number of power outages associated with the secondary event […]
The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) has released a draft of the 2024 Integrated System Plan (ISP), which outlines Australia’s most effective development pathway to reach net zero. In the past 18 months, AEMO has collaborated with more than 1,300 stakeholders, produced 60 presentations and reports, and considered more than 110 submissions from industry, consumer and community representatives and governments […]
Trenchless technology has always been about innovation and reliability, developing machines that can adapt to the challenges of different sites while minimising disruptions to the surrounding environment. For Vermeer Australia, this culture of innovation and flexibility applies beyond the equipment itself, and extends to support services provided to trenchless contractors to ensure they can access the highest-quality equipment on the […]
The Victorian Government has announced the Offshore Wind Implementation Statement 3 which outlines the next stage of development for the state’s offshore wind industry. The Victorian Government has set targets of at least 2G of offshore wind energy generation by 2032, 4GW by 2035 and 9GW by 2040. Implementation Statement 3 outlines the parameters for the proposed support package for […]
In the world of trenchless technology, accuracy is paramount. However, data concerning underground utilities and assets is notoriously unreliable, posing a critical challenge for trenchless practitioners. With operations hidden beneath the surface, any miscalculation can have severe consequences – underscoring the need for precise information. Underground utility networks can be likened to an intricate tapestry – growing and evolving as […]
Coliban Water has submitted an appeal to the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) after EPA Victoria approved an amended version of its licence for the Kyneton Water Reclamation Plant (WRP). The amended licence was approved on 5 December 2023 and sets a ratio of less than one part effluent for every three parts of the receiving surface water flow […]
The Victorian Minister for Energy and Resources Lily D’Ambrosio has released the updated Gas Substitution Roadmap – which is set to help Victorians reduce their reliance on expensive fossil gas and ease cost-of-living pressures. The roadmap outlines the next steps for Victoria’s transition from fossil gas to cheaper, more modern electrical appliances. Fossil gas is no longer the cheap and […]
Genex Power has announced that construction works on its Kidston Pumped Storage Hydro Project are well underway. The 250MW/2,000MWh project remains on schedule for energisation in the second half of 2024. Genex’s engineering, procurement and construction contractor is continuing to progress the underground excavation works. The following works have been fully completed: Main access tunnel Construction adits one, two, three, […]
The Board of Tilt Renewables has announced the appointment of a new Chief Executive Officer. Anthony Fowler has spent the last eight years as the Chief Executive Officer of Lochard Energy and prior to this held senior positions at several other energy businesses. Mr Fowler will join Tilt Renewables in February 2024. Anthony brings a wealth of knowledge in the […]
A 326t transformer has been delivered to Powerlink’s Greenbank Substation for its latest grid-scale battery connection project. The transformer was transported just over 61km from Port Brisbane to Greenbank overnight on two 12-axle trailers. It was pushed and pulled by two prime movers on a total of 232 wheels. The transformer’s total operational weight is 326t – the equivalent of […]
The Victorian Government has announced that early works are underway on the Dingley Recycled Water Scheme, which is set to deliver an additional 1.8GL of recycled water for communities and local businesses each year. Member for Clarinda, Meng Heang Tak, launched the works on the $72 million integrated water management project with South East Water and stage one works delivery […]
GWMWater has announced it will extend its sewerage network to Green Hill Lake, east of Ararat, in order to service a new residential development in the area. A tender has been awarded to S&R Engineering and Construction for the construction of a gravity sewer main to service the new estate. GWMWater Managing Director, Mark Williams, said the construction of the […]
Western Australia Premier, Roger Cook, has unveiled his Cabinet team ahead of the 2025 election, including a new Minister for Energy. Reece Whitby will add Energy to his Environment and Climate Action portfolios, which Premier Cook said will allow him to spearhead Western Australia’s energy transition and drive the state’s future as a clean energy powerhouse. Member for Victoria Park, […]
Genex Power has announced that its subsidiary, K3W Project Co, has entered into a 15-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with Stanwell Corporation for the 258MW Kidston Stage 3 Wind Project (K3W). K3W is being developed by Genex in a 50:50 partnership with Electric Power Development (J-POWER). The agreement secures the offtake of 50 per cent of the project’s output of […]
$600 million of sewage treatment upgrades are in the pipeline for City of Gold Coast, including a $160 million upgrade to expand the Coombabah Sewage Treatment Plant’s total capacity by 30 per cent to service an additional 140,000 people. The City of Gold Coast Mayor, Tom Tate, said that the $160 million upgrades ensure that the Coombabah Sewage Treatment Plant […]
The SGSPAA Board, owner of Jemena, has announced that it has appointed a new Managing Director to lead the group. David Gillespie has been appointed to the role, which he has been acting in since September. Prior to that Mr Gillespie was Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the group for a number of years. Board Chair, Jiang Longhua, said that […]
AGL has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with battery recycling start-up, Renewable Metals, to jointly undertake a pre-feasibility study into developing a lithium battery recycling facility at AGL’s planned Hunter Energy Hub in NSW. The pre-feasibility study will outline key indicative project infrastructure and engineering requirements and identify regulatory approvals and licences necessary for the development, construction, and operation […]
GWMWater has announced that it has entered into an agreement with Vibe Energy to jointly deliver a renewable energy facility at Nhill, the utilities first venture into large scale energy generation. The facility, which includes a 2.75MW (6MWh) battery, is planned to be located off the Western Highway, behind the Nhill Trailer Exchange, and is expected to offset 70 per […]
AusNet has announced that construction on the Latrobe Valley Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project has commenced. Victorian Minister for Energy and Resources, Lily D’Ambrosio, attended the official commencement of the project, which is to be delivered by AusNet and Tilt Renewables. AusNet Chief Executive Officer, David Smales, said the project is another great example of how AusNet and delivery […]
The Queensland Government has announced that a pilot water treatment plant is under construction downstream of Wyaralong Dam, as part of a project to connect the dam to the SEQ Water Grid. The project, which was outlined in the government’s Water Security Program 2023, is designed to bolster South East Queenslanders’ water security to cater for the region’s growing population. […]
The Western Australia State Government has announced it will provide $2.8 billion to secure the Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant, Perth’s next major source of drinking water. Site works have now begun at the location for the future 100-billion-litre seawater desalination plant, heralding a significant milestone in its delivery. The new plant, supported using the state budget surplus, is set to […]
The Victorian Government is legislating its emissions reductions and renewable energy targets, making official the new Victorian renewable energy target of 95 per cent renewable energy generation by 2035. The new legislation is designed to drive down power bills, encourage investment into Victoria’s renewable energy industry and create tens of thousands of jobs. Victorian Minister for Climate Action, Lily D’Ambrosio, […]
More than 200 workers on the EnergyConnect project, Australia’s largest transmission project, will be housed in a self-contained camp that has opened at Lockhart in the Riverina. EnergyConnect will allow energy to be shared between New South Wales, South Australia, and Victoria and enable the connection of more new renewable generation. Transgrid and construction partner Elecnor Australia are building the […]
Sydney Water has rolled out a $2 million pilot smart meter program, which has already reduced the average bill by $70 for residents across Liverpool, Beecroft, Bellevue Hill and Kenthurst, where 7,500 smart meters were installed. Residents saved 28,000L of water between April and November 2023 after Sydney Water sent 313 early leak detection notifications. Sydney Water’s Head of Customer […]
The Western Australian Minister for Mines, Petroleum and Energy, Bill Johnston, has announced that he will step down from Cabinet and that he will not contest the 2025 State Election. Mr Johnston was elected to Parliament representing Cannington in 2008 and has served as Mines and Petroleum Minister since 2017, overseeing record resources industry exports. As Energy Minister since 2018, […]
As its first investment since being recreated, the State Electricity Commission (SEC) is set to provide $245 million in funding to the Melbourne Renewable Energy Hub near Melton – which is expected to store enough energy to power up to 200,00 homes during peak periods. This is the first investment from the SEC’s initial $1 billion towards building 4.5GW of […]
As part of the second phase of the $1 million Biosolids to Biochar project, South East Water is again partnering with RMIT, Intelligent Water Networks, Greater Western Water and Barwon Water to develop trials of a new pyrolysis technology (PYROCO). The project uses next generation pyrolysis technology to transform biosolids generated from wastewater treatment plants into biochar, a safe and […]
Urban Utilities is celebrating 100 years of one of the city’s most important pieces of essential infrastructure, the Luggage Point Sewage Treatment Plant. The world-class facility – today known as the Luggage Point Resource Recovery Centre – was officially opened on 23 November 1923. Urban Utilities Chief Executive Officer, Paul Arnold, said the plant was well ahead of its time […]
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