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Network wars: Ausgrid demands lower transmissions fees as data centres gatecrash the grid

Network wars: Ausgrid demands lower transmissions fees as data centres gatecrash the grid

Australia’s biggest DNSP is not happy that Transgrid is maxing out its network capacity, and not passing on cost savings, or talking to its new “peers” about planning.
Still a rip off? Some energy retailers have slashed GreenPower rates, others haven’t bothered

Still a rip off? Some energy retailers have slashed GreenPower rates, others haven’t bothered

The black box of a federal consumer renewable energy scheme raises questions over whether it’s value for money.
“Logjam of loads:” Network says data centre rush will push some parts of grid to capacity by 2033

“Logjam of loads:” Network says data centre rush will push some parts of grid to capacity by 2033

The operator of Australia’s biggest transmission network says a highly coveted part of its grid will be largely full by 2033 thanks to the huge influx of data centres.
Data centres say they will drive down network part of bills, and want us to embrace their diesel generators

Data centres say they will drive down network part of bills, and want us to embrace their diesel generators

Data centres are expected by owners themselves and networks to push down the grid component of customers bills – one day, maybe. .
“Not easy:” Australia’s biggest transmission project energised after delays and cost overruns

“Not easy:” Australia’s biggest transmission project energised after delays and cost overruns

Australia’s biggest transmission project to date – hit by delays and cost overruns – has finally been energised and should be commissioned later this year.
Wind industry warns of capital flight if Liberals press “pause” on transmission projects

Wind industry warns of capital flight if Liberals press “pause” on transmission projects

Victoria shadow minister David Davis promises to pause and “review” major transmission projects – an act which would cause capital flight to other states.
Cost of poles and wires jumps sharply, but regulator says cost to consumer still likely to fall

Cost of poles and wires jumps sharply, but regulator says cost to consumer still likely to fall

Households could see a modest reduction in the cost of poles and wires in their bills, even with a big increase in the revenue approved for for the state’s five network companies.
South Australia eyes new transmission line to support industrial demand drawn to 100 pct renewables

South Australia eyes new transmission line to support industrial demand drawn to 100 pct renewables

South Australia transmission company argues case for new link that will remove renewable blockages, and also tap into huge new industrial loads seeking green power.