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e-extra October 2021

A monthly round-up of energy news in Australia and around the world, including the latest on households, business, projects and innovation.

12 October 2021

Chair reappointed at AEMO

Energy Ministers have agreed to reappoint Mr Drew Clarke to Chair of the Board of AEMO for a second term of 4 years.

06 October 2021

Australian Government advancing a gas-fired recovery

The government has awarded $30 million to support early works on Australian Industrial Power’s (AIP) Port Kembla gas-fired power station as it progresses to Final Investment Decision.

05 October 2021

2021 Australian Energy Statistics

The 2021 data shows renewables continued to increase as a share of total generation in calendar year 2020. Renewables are now at 24%, up from 21% the previous year.

05 October 2021

Major reforms in the National Electricity Market

Significant reforms will be introduced in the NEM, improving market efficiency, competition and consumer benefits.

01 October 2021

Government supporting delivery of transmission infrastructure in south-west NSW

The Australian Government has secured an agreement with transmission provider TransGrid to improve capacity of the electricity transmission network in south-west NSW.

29 September 2021

Microgrid grants to strengthen regional energy supplies

ARENA has launched the Regional Australia Microgrid Pilots Program (RAMPP). Funding of $50 million in grants is available to support viable projects.

27 September 2021

New edition of ‘Your Home’ book

A new edition of Your Home - Australia’s guide to sustainable homes - will be available from 28 September in both softcover and hardcover.

24 September 2021

Regulation improving outcomes for consumers – AER report

Consumer spending on electricity network services is at its lowest in 10 years, according to a new report.

22 September 2021

Positive Energy on emissions reduction

Positive Energy highlights the many ways the Australian Government is reducing emissions and creating new industries and jobs across the country.

20 September 2021

AEMC sets out metering options for a smarter energy future

The AEMC has released a directions paper with recommendations for accelerating the rollout of smart meters.

17 September 2021

Protecting consumers and securing integrity of the rooftop solar sector

The Australian Government has committed $19.2 million to implement reforms to the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme.

16 September 2021

Australian Petroleum Statistics – Issue 300 July 2021

The July 2021 Australian Petroleum Statistics are now available.

15 September 2021

e-extra September 2021

A monthly overview of energy news in Australia and around the world. Includes the latest on households, business, projects and innovation.

10 September 2021

Investing in Australia’s net zero future

ARENA has launched its new Investment Plan to support tech innovation for Australia’s shift to net zero emissions.

10 September 2021

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