Santos Archives - Renew Economy

Policy & Planning

Four horses, 400 km, and a fight over a gas pipeline that will cross the state’s most fertile plains
An epic horseback journey from Narrabri to Newcastle aims to spotlight the farms, landscapes and landholders caught up in one of NSW’s most contentious fossil fuel projects.
Anne Delaney

Mar 16, 2026

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Commentary

Abu Dhabi’s takeover bid for Santos raises Australian national interest concerns
The proposed purchase of Santos by Abu Dhabi National Oil Company could be at odds with Australia’s energy security and economic interests.
Kevin Morrison

Jun 20, 2025

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Utilities

Australian oil and gas giant Santos to accept $30 billion bid from Abu Dhabi and private equity giant
An Abu Dhabi oil company and private equity behemoth Carlyle have made a bid for one of Australia’s biggest oil and gas producers.
Adrian Black

Jun 16, 2025

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Commentary

Social hour at the gas rodeo: Why the market is broken
I sometimes wonder how senior management at gas companies rationalise what they do to the lives of their kids and grandkids, never mind everyone else’s.
David Leitch

Apr 1, 2025

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Barossa “carbon factory” cleared as Teals lay down gauntlet on 2030 emissions target
Barossa gas project is terrible news for the climate and Tiwi Islanders. It goes ahead against record warming and calls for more ambitious emissions targets.
Rachel Williamson

Jan 17, 2024

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Methane pollution “pouring out” of Australian gas infrastructure, study finds
Study using specialised camera footage finds methane leaking or being deliberately vented from gas infrastructure across the country.
Rachel Williamson

Aug 8, 2023

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Policy & Planning

New code of conduct calls for end to “absurd” fossil fuel sponsorships
The end may be nigh for fossil fuel companies using sports and the arts as advertising vehicles.
Rachel Williamson

May 31, 2023

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Policy & Planning

Banks committed to net zero fund “Australia’s dirtiest” offshore gas project, report finds
Betting on a sinking ship: Nine banks provide key backing for massive and controversial offshore gas reservoir in Timor Sea – despite most pledging net zero targets.
Amalyah Hart

Apr 18, 2023

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Australian super funds sink $25 billion into coal, oil and gas
Australia’s 15 largest super funds have invested a total of more than $25 billion into new and expanding coal, oil and gas projects, new analysis shows.
Rachel Williamson

Apr 17, 2023

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Renewables

FFI taps former chief NT minister to lead green charge in Top End
Micael Gunner will lead FFI’s new Darwin-based team, but will bring a legacy of support for “atrocious” polluting gas projects.
Rachel Williamson

Oct 10, 2022

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Traditional owners win landmark court battle against Santos Barossa gas project
Santos loses approval to drill for gas in the Timor Sea after the Federal Court found it had failed to adequately consult with traditional owners.
Sophie Vorrath & Anna Pradhan

Sep 21, 2022

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Policy & Planning

“This is total, total greenwash”: Santos claims massive Alaska oil project will be carbon neutral
Santos says its 80,000 barrels a day Pikka oil project off Alaska will be a net-zero project. Critics say that’s pure spin.
Anna Pradhan

Aug 19, 2022

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