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Methane emissions reduction – A report on international policy and technology insights for the Australian fossil fuel sector
Sink or Swim?: Key Outcomes from COP28
In light of findings from the first Global Stocktake, COP28 negotiations have continued to navigate a plethora of diplomatic and governance issues in the realization of global decarbonisation goals. Discussions on central themes – including fossil fuels, climate finance and sustainable agriculture – have yielded paradoxical outcomes that have generated momentum for global climate action while highlighting just how far there is to go.
The Global Stocktake: Findings and Talking Points for COP28
The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change’s technical dialogue on the first Global Stocktake emphatically calls for governments and organisations to raise their ambition for climate commitments and rapidly accelerate implementation over the next decade.
What to look out for at COP28
The upcoming COP28, set to take place in Dubai in November 2023, marks a significant moment in climate change negotiations. Recent catastrophic weather events have heightened the need for decisive action.
IPCC AR6 report – what choices can Australia make now to secure a liveable and sustainable future for all?
Understanding the Implications of AEMO’s Unlocking CER Benefits Through Flexible Trading Rule Change Request
AEMO has requested a rule change to allow for more flexible connection and trading arrangements for Consumer Energy Resources to unlock greater value for consumers.
ACT regulation to prevent new gas connections
The ACT Government is seeking to regulate new natural gas connections as part of its broader commitment to becoming a net-zero emission city by 2045.
An Unprecedented Quarter in the National Electricity Market
The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) has released its Quarter 2 (Q2), 2022 Energy Dynamics Report (QED), highlighting the supply issues, power outages and record prices in the Australian electricity market.
Victorian Transmission Investment Framework Preliminary Design
The Victorian Government has commenced consultation on the Victorian Transmission Investment Framework (VTIF) Preliminary Design, proposing a new framework for how transmission infrastructure, with particular regard to renewable energy zones, is planned and developed.
‘Accelerating and Irreversible’: Insights from AEMO’s 2022 Integrated System Plan
AEMO recently released the Final 2022 Integrated System Plan (ISP), a whole of system plan which provides AEMO’s optimal development pathway for the National Electricity Market. AEMO has confirmed ‘Step Change’ as the most likely scenario.
Review into the Transmission Ring-Fencing Guideline
After significant delay, the AER has now recommenced its review into the ring-fencing arrangements for Transmission Network Service Providers (TNSPs). The AER’s initial views on ringfencing requirements reflect a changing market, highlighted by: new technologies; potential for increased competition; and the need for continued innovation.
Flash Update: ReAmped Energy
ReAmped Energy’s 70,000 customers across NSW, Queensland, Victoria, South Australia and Tasmania have been sent messages during the last 24 hours to shop around for a better energy deal than what ReAmped can offer - what does this mean?
Protecting customers from family violence
The Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) is conducting consultation on the need to amend the National Energy Retail Rules to better protect customers impacted by family violence.
Updating Short Term PASA
The AEMC has made a rule to enable AEMO to more readily accommodate into its short-term projected assessment of system adequacy (ST PASA) with process evolving technology, market participants and market conditions likely to arise with the evolution of the National Electricity Market
Major Energy Election Commitments
Election commitments of major (and minor) parties may have significant impacts on the emission intensity of the energy sector into the future. RP examines key election commitments in the energy space to unpack potential impacts on emissions within the sector, and high level impacts on states
A Record Quarter: Five observations from AEMO’s Quarterly Energy Dynamics (Quarter 1, 2022)
The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) publishes its Quarterly Energy Dynamics report to provide the market with information regarding trends, outcomes and developments in the NEM, the WEM, and gas markets across the east and west coasts over the prior quarter