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Methane emissions reduction – A report on international policy and technology insights for the Australian fossil fuel sector
The Net-Zero Transition and the Role of Mining
The role of the mining and minerals industry in achieving Net Zero by 2050 will be critical and cannot be overstated. Net-zero emissions pledges have accelerated since COP26 in November 2021, with an increasing number enshrined in law. The number of countries that are pledging to meet net-zero by 2050 continues to rise as governments recognise the physical and financial risks of climate change.
US publicly listed companies face mandatory climate-related financial risk disclosures under SEC proposal
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has proposed a rule change that could require publicly listed companies to include climate-related disclosures and GHG emissions in their annual SEC filings, with criminal penalties for knowingly misrepresenting climate-related financial risks
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.
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.
Need to Know: 2021 State of the Environment Report
The 2021 State of the Environment Report (SoE) released this week by the Federal Government provides a damning assessment of the threats to Australia’s environment, the impacts of which have significantly amplified over the past 5 years.
‘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.
‘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.
UK Net Zero - Lessons for Australia?
The UK has pushed ahead with world first legislation committing to net zero. How have they progressed since then, and what can Australia learn?
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
Unlocking Capital for a Sustainable World
The net zero transition will bring together new pools of capital aimed directly at changing the way we power our economies, transport ourselves and commodities, grow food and make things. Read here how best to attract the right capital for your net zero technology.
Biodiversity Day 2022: Five Points of Optimism towards a Shared Future for all Life
Biodiversity Day 2022: Five Points of Optimism towards a Shared Future for all Life. Read the latest article from Rennie Partners, diving into the important role that biodiversity in nature plays across all facets of life.