Regulator report into SA high price event shows generators have a new way to exploit their market power, underling the case for rule changes.
Governments
Are retailers failing to properly value rooftop solar generation?
According to the Victorian pricing authority – yes they are. But is this a “market failure” that justifies regulatory intervention, or are we missing something?
Victoria’s new renewables policy, and why it could learn from South Africa
Victoria plans biggest investment in new generation capacity in Australia since creation of the National Electricity Market. It would do well to learn from South Africa.
Coalition puts a cap on innovation, and strips Turnbull’s flagship initiative
Malcolm Turnbull’s signature Clean Energy Innovation Fund is to be stripped of nearly all its monies. Apparently, there is such a thing as too much innovation.
A small win for rooftop solar as Victorian regulator outlines fairer tariffs
Victoria regulator makes landmark decision on solar feed in tariffs that could have implications for other states. But does it go far enough?
Another coal domino falls as India revises billion tonnes a year target
With about 72 million tonnes of coal stockpiled at mines and power stations,enough fuel for over 50 days operation – and power demand growth running lower than forecast.
ARENA is down – but not out
That both sides of politics came so close to gutting ARENA is of major concern, but it’s also an opportunity to reflect on our priorities.
Coalition says it will seek more cuts to clean energy programs
Cormann and Hunt says ARENA “savings” will be recaptured by cutting money to the Clean Energy Innovation Fund, before being forced to backtrack.
Coalition, Labor agree to slash $500m from ARENA budget
ARENA to have its funding slashed by $500m after Labor and the Coalition agree to compromise on government’s omnibus budget repair package.
New coal plans in Victoria, South Australia under scrutiny
EPA to scrutinise Engie plan to burn more coal at Loy Yang B, while BHP Billiton is reported to be considering re-opening the closed coal generator in Port Augusta.
