Opinion & Analysis

Producing hydrogen remains vital to Australia’s prosperity through the net-zero transition, according to a major strategy that lays a national pathway to becoming a global leader in the low-emissions technology.

It’s no secret Australia has abundant and cheap renewable energy, especially wind and solar power. But yes, there are times when the sun doesn’t shine and the wind doesn’t blow. We need energy storage to get us through those still nights and dreary days.

A zero-carbon mindset must “become the new normal” in Australia, according to a much-anticipated report from the federal government’s independent climate advisory body.

Even after decades encouraging the growth of renewables, we’re still too reliant on coal and gas power stations. The problem isn’t in our ability to generate clean power. It’s what happens after that.

As Australia’s electricity supply shifts to clean energy, a big challenge is looming: How do we “keep the lights on” as big coal plants close, and a far-flung network of wind and solar generators replaces them?

Solcast, a DNV company, reports that Australia experienced extreme and diverse weather throughout July and August, resulting in varied impacts on solar irradiance across the country.

A recurring theme from investors and developers is the significant and increasing time it takes to secure Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act approvals for renewable energy projects in Australia.

In preparation for the upcoming publication of the 2024 Electricity Statement of Opportunities, Dan Lee has examined the past 20 editions and shares some thoughts about what has and hasn’t changed over the years.

Wholesale prices in the New Zealand electricity market have soared over recent weeks, climbing as high as $910 (NZD 1,000) per MWh. North Island pulp and paper plants have temporarily closed down because of the spike in costs.

Since the 1990s, the economic agenda of governments across much of the world has been dominated by the Washington Consensus. This is a series of policy recommendations centred on privatisation of state businesses, deregulation of industries, liberalisation of trade, and opening economies to foreign direct investment.