The government is reconsidering its position on high-efficiency low-emission (HELE) coal fired power stations, with Energy Minister Josh Frydenberg saying they have a role to play …
Government reconsiders position on coal power stations
Alphabet X using salt and antifreeze for energy storage
X turns to molten salt and antifreeze for energy storage Molten salt and antifreeze fluid in vats could become the next generation of wind and …
Retailers must notify customers at the end of their deal of other discounted offers before any power plan change
A showdown between Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull and energy chiefs has resulted in agreement to notify customers when before any power plan change. Prior to …
Australians paying the world’s highest electricity prices
Australian households and businesses are paying the highest electricity prices in the world, a drastic reversal from the 1990s when energy bills in the country …
Electricity rates update: July 2017
Since our last wholesale electricity rates update on July 5, prices have gone up in New South Wales and Victoria by 4.3% and 2.5% respectively. …
Top 5 reasons to use natural refrigerants in your air-conditioning and refrigeration units
You might have heard that some air conditioning units are becoming obsolete, but do you know why? The answer is quite simple. Synthetic refrigerants like …
Apple to buy into Australian solar and wind projects
A recent survey found that most Aussies are willing to reward businesses which are powered by renewable energy sources. But how can your business make …
Solar installations set to double in two years – AEMC
The Australian Energy Market Commission’s Competition Review has found that 61% of consumers say they are getting value for money from energy retailers despite the …
Battery storage and solar panel prices plummeting
The plummeting costs of solar panel and battery storage installations mean that the time to invest in them is now, according to an expert in …
Ombudsman says small businesses are suffering and many could close as a result of electricity price surges
Small businesses are bearing the brunt of Australia’s energy price hikes and many could be facing closure. Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Kate …
