Can Yallourn Hold On Until 2028?
The Coal Giant on Shaky Legs Yallourn Power Station has been keeping Victoria’s lights on for nearly a century. At its peak, six units pumped out coal-fired power from the Latrobe Valley. Today, just four remain, delivering around 22% of Victoria’s electricity and 8% of the NEM. But here’s the uncomfortable truth: Yallourn isn’t the […]
Turning Climate Targets into Business Strategy
Australia’s 2035 climate target is almost here. Under the Paris Agreement, countries must set new emissions reduction goals every decade, and the federal government has committed to announcing Australia’s target by mid-September 2025. Australia’s 2030 target, a 43% reduction on 2005 levels, was legislated in 2022. The new 2035 climate target is expected to land […]
NEM Insights from the 2025 ESOO
The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) released its 2025 Electricity Statement of Opportunities (ESOO) – a 10-year outlook for the National Electricity Market (NEM). The report charts the progress of Australia’s energy transition while highlighting the risks that must be managed to keep the system reliable and secure. Coal Retirements Reshape the Outlook Several major […]
Gas Reservation: Who’s Backing Your Energy Supply
Australia’s biggest east coast LNG producer just went on record with the federal government – and they didn’t mince words. In a formal submission to the government’s Gas Market Review Consultation, Australia Pacific LNG (APLNG) called for a federally-mandated export licensing regime that forces LNG producers to keep a fair share of gas here at […]
Reform in Focus: What the Nelson Review Means for Energy Buyers
Australia’s electricity market is changing, and so are the rules that govern it. In August 2025, a federal review panel chaired by energy economist Dr Tim Nelson, former AGL Chief Economist and now Executive General Manager at Iberdrola Australia, released its draft blueprint for reforming the National Electricity Market (NEM). The Nelson Review, tackles a […]
Ambition vs Reality: The Collision Course Between Energy Demand & Climate Policy
Australia is charging toward a net zero future – at least on paper. Emissions reduction targets are rising, coal closures are locked in, and governments are betting big on renewables. But there’s a growing disconnect: while climate policy pushes for rapid decarbonisation, real-world energy demand is accelerating in the opposite direction. This is the tension […]
Australia’s Energy Transition: What Smart Businesses Need to Know in 2025
Australia’s energy transition is facing both pressure and progress. Yes, key infrastructure projects are running behind schedule. Coal remains a dominant force in the generation mix. And the pace of renewable rollout is falling short of what’s needed to hit national emissions targets. But momentum hasn’t disappeared. Investment continues. Technology is evolving. And behind the […]
ACCC Warns of East Coast Gas Shortfall
Australia’s east coast gas market just entered a new phase of uncertainty, with the risk of a gas shortfall. According to the ACCC’s Gas Inquiry Report, released on June 30, the short-term supply outlook has deteriorated significantly since December. A potential gas shortfall in Q4 2025 and throughout 2026 is now on the table – […]
As Gas Usage Falls, Who Pays for the Pipes?
Australia’s gas industry is at a crossroads. As more households and businesses make the switch to electric appliances, the country’s vast gas pipeline network faces a growing dilemma: fewer users left to cover the same costs. In response, pipeline owners are seeking to recover more of their costs up front, and those consuming gas are […]
Gas Prices: Australia’s East–West Divide
We’re often told Australia is an energy superpower but, if you’re a business on the east coast, it doesn’t always feel that way. A recent article in the Australian Financial Review explored the growing frustration over gas prices, highlighting just how stark the divide is between east and west. And while federal intervention is being […]