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Coal generation, electricity demand rebound after carbon price dumped
Black and brown coal generation has continued to grow since the carbon price was dumped, and so has demand, particularly from households.
Hugh Saddler

Oct 7, 2014

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Electricity emissions jump as carbon price dumped, coal rebounds
Australian electricity emissions have quickly reversed course following the dumping of the carbon price, less hydro and more coal.
Hugh Saddler

Sep 3, 2014

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Coal generation, electricity demand rebound after carbon price dumped
The carbon price repeal has immediate impact – causing demand and coal generation to rise. Meanwhile, ramped gas and rampant solar keep push electricity prices in Queensland to new lows.
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Aug 7, 2014

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Electricity demand: Looking back at 2 years with a carbon price
As the carbon price turns 2, data shows total electricity demand has fallen 4.6% since June 2012, emissions by 10.4%, or 18Mt CO2-e.
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Jul 3, 2014

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Demand, emissions and wholesale prices still going down
Coal fired generation at record low in Australia, as wind generation hits record high of 4.6 per cent. Emissions and costs also fall.
Hugh Saddler

May 5, 2014

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NEM demand continues slide, despite long hot summer
NEM demand and emissions continue their five-year downward trajectory, even summer peak loads were down in every state.
Hugh Saddler

Apr 3, 2014

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Signs that coal might be making a comeback
For the first time in two years, electricity emissions in Australia increased as hydro generation fell and coal showed signs of a rebound.
Hugh Saddler

Mar 7, 2014

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Electricity demand and emissions fall despite heat-waves
Another study points to the role of solar PV in the recent heat-waves. All peaking power plants were only required for just one hour.
Hugh Saddler

Feb 6, 2014

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2013: Year of surging hydro, declining coal and lower demand
In 2013, electricity emissions continue to fall, the share of coal fell to 74%, and renewables rose to 14.3%.
Hugh Saddler

Jan 16, 2014

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Why is electricity consumption decreasing in Australia?
What is causing lower electricity demand? Break down the reduction in demand and you’ll find price matters.
Hugh Saddler

Jan 2, 2014

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Black coal generators suffer as consumers get smart (and efficient)
Black coal generators in NSW and Queensland are running at lower capacity than wind farms due to falling demand as consumers turn to efficient devices.
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Dec 3, 2013

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Australia power demand falls again, as SA stays 30% green
National electricity demand continues fall – and is down 7% since 2008 – while South Australia maintains its renewables share above 30 per cent.
Hugh Saddler

Oct 4, 2013

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