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Emissions from energy use down slightly for the first time in two years
For the first time since the Coalition dumped the carbon price, energy combustion emissions fell in June 2016.
Hugh Saddler

Sep 6, 2016

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Renewables

Australian electricity emissions fall slightly as wind energy blows harder
Australia record small drop in electricity sector emissions as renewable generation rises, but is still well above levels when carbon price was in place.
Hugh Saddler

Aug 11, 2016

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South Australia’s electricity price woes are more due to gas than wind
South Australia’s wind farms have been blamed for price spikes, but without them the volatility would be even worse.
Hugh Saddler

Jul 26, 2016

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Markets

Demand growth softens, small drop in emissions as renewables rise
Australia’s emissions fell slightly in June, thanks to increased hydro, wind and solar power, but remain 5.7 per cent ahead of last year.
Hugh Saddler

Jul 12, 2016

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Other Good Stuff

Australia has re‐carbonised – not de-carbonised – its energy system
In the 21 months between June 2014 – when the carbon price ended – and March 2016, energy emissions have gone up sharply.
Hugh Saddler

Jun 8, 2016

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Electricity emissions up 5.7% under Coalition as coal jumps again
Demand, emissions and coal generation continue to rise, extending the dramatic change in Australia’s electricity profile since the Coalition killed the carbon price.
Hugh Saddler

May 11, 2016

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Are political leaders to blame for return of rising electricity demand?
Just when falling electricity demand was becoming an accepted fact in Australia, it is over. There is now enough data to say unequivocally that demand is on the way up again.
Hugh Saddler

Apr 29, 2016

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Tasmania needs to look at efficiency to resolve electricity crisis
The risks to Tasmania’s energy supply continue to mount. The state should upgrade the electrical energy efficiency of buildings and equipment used for winter heating by homes and businesses.
Hugh Saddler

Apr 6, 2016

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Australian energy emissions continue rise as coal maintains its dominance
Total emissions from electricity generation in the year to February 2016 showed a slight uptick from the relatively slow growth seen over the past few months.
Hugh Saddler

Mar 7, 2016

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Australia electricity demand jumps as policy makers fail on efficiency
Australia’s electricity generation and emissions rising because there are no efficiency policies of note, and coal is maintaining its share of generation.
Hugh Saddler

Feb 3, 2016

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Emissions and demand continue to climb in 2015
2015 saw continued growth in total electricity generated in the NEM and also a modest increase in total emissions.
Hugh Saddler

Jan 14, 2016

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How rooftop solar eased peak demand during S.A. summer heatwave
Rooftop solar played an important role in reducing peak demand during the recent heat waves, but there should be more emphasis on energy efficiency and west-facing solar systems.
Hugh Saddler

Jan 14, 2016

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