NEWS & MEDIA

AEMO Plan Identifies Dispatchable Plant Deficit

The latest assessment of our energy system points to the urgency of getting sufficient firming capacity in place to back up the transformational injection of renewables into our grid, according to the peak body for energy retailers and generators, the Australian Energy Council.

NSW Electricity Check Up Highlights Challenges of Transition

The peak body for electricity generators and retailers, the Australian Energy Council, said the report to the NSW Government illustrates the extreme challenges being thrown up by the energy market transition.

Statement on June Energy Crisis

The Australian Energy Council's Chief Executive, Sarah McNamara, said the Australian Energy Regulator's (AER) report reflects the extraordinary circumstances electricity generators and the market operator were attempting to navigate during the winter supply crisis.

Sarah McNamara, The Business ABC, 15 September 2020

Victoria's Gas Decision Disappoints

Victoria's decision to block onshore unconventional gas developments, and continue the moratorium on conventional gas development, is short-sighted and ignores the important role gas will play in supporting renewables integration and reducing carbon emissions as the energy sector transforms, the energy industry said today.

Q&A on the South Australian energy "crisis"

The South Australian energy "crisis" is dominating public discussion about energy policy. To assist in explaining some of the complexities and addressing some of the misconceptions, the Australian Energy Council today released a short Q&A guide on energy issues in the South Australian market.

AEMO highlights need for further gas development

Continuing to develop Australia's gas resources is critical to ensuring reliable and adequate supply in the immediate future, the energy industry said today.