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NEM prices halve as rooftop solar floods the grid, but a 9 GW data centre pipeline is creating major policy headaches for state and federal governments.
Utility-scale storage developers remain confident despite the federal Cheaper Home Batteries Scheme driving 13 GWh of residential capacity that now rivals the NEM's 4.8 GW grid-scale fleet. Akaysha Energy reports that while surging supply has compressed price spreads, growing demand supports a projected 36 GW of large-scale batteries by 2030.
Too often data centres are viewed solely through the lens of electricity consumption. But there is a much broader conversation to be had about the role they can play in supporting the energy transition and strengthening the power system.
Queensland and the Northern Territory have refused to join other jurisdictions in support of regulatory reform to mandate investment in renewable energy by data centres.
ACT’s climate strategy underestimates the scale of change needed in its plan to reach net zero by 2045. Serious EV targets might be necessary.
More than 700 MW of rooftop solar was added to Australia’s main grid in the past three months, helping drive wholesale electricity prices in the country's National Electricity Market to their lowest June quarter average since 2020.
The Australian Energy Market Operator reports that 9 GW of data centre capacity is currently seeking grid connection. These facilities are already assisting in flattening the solar duck curve, though the scale of new requests presents significant integration challenges for the national network.
A Queensland state-owned utility has secured a long-term power purchase agreement for a major wind farm, marking the first significant renewable energy contract under the current LNP government. The deal represents one of the largest capacity commitments ever recorded in the Australian market.
The Clean Energy Council is advocating for a unified, legislated national rate for community benefit payments to replace the current fragmented system. This proposed scheme would standardise financial contributions from wind, solar, and battery storage developers to local governments hosting renewable energy infrastructure.
The Federal Labor Government is considering the development of a third domestic oil refinery to bolster fuel security. However, energy and climate analysts argue the proposal is illogical, suggesting that accelerating electric vehicle adoption offers a more effective pathway toward national energy independence.
Former ADF chief Chris Barrie warns that Australia's continued reliance on fossil fuel exports jeopardizes national security and contradicts the domestic transition to renewable energy. He describes the current dual approach as delusional, arguing that the economic focus on coal and gas exports undermines broader climate stability efforts.
Wind project featuring 93 of the country's biggest turbines and a massive 4,000 MWh batteryseeks state planning approval.
Some stakeholders have used CSIRO's No Progress GenCost scenario to argue net zero should be abandoned. But this scenario comes with seven caveats and one big spoiler – it's not the cheapest path.
Volvo gets approval for its EX60 electric SUV in Australia, with long range offerings and 2.4 tonne tow capacity.
Voters in Victoria are angry about the rising cost of living. But One Nation will make things worse, particularly when it comes to energy.
Support for renewables is not where it needs to be to get the energy transition done, new survey says, as uncertainty fuels doubt and suspicion.
In May 2026, U.S. solar power hit a historic milestone by generating more electricity than coal for the first time, but rapid industry expansion brings critical security risks, particularly during construction, that require scalable and proactive phy…
European battery manufacturer and energy storage system integrator InoBat plans to get a Nasdaq listing through a business combination with a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC).
NextGen independent power producer Nadara has secured around €1.2bn ($1.36bn) pan-European platform refinancing for its portfolio of renewable energy projects.
From August, Taiwan will require new, expanded or renovated buildings of 1,000 square metres or larger to install 1 kW of solar for every 20 square metres of building area. The new rules are expected to add 660 MW of solar capacity annually.
The government of Malaysia has unveiled the next round of its Large-scale solar (LSS) program tender seeking 2.5GW of solar PV co-located with 1.25GW of battery energy storage system (BESS) capacity.
Zenobē has expanded into the German energy market by acquiring Bavaria-based developer SDP Energie. The transaction grants the UK firm a 1.75GW pipeline of transmission-connected battery storage projects currently under development.
CATL has released technical specifications for its Tener grid-scale battery energy storage system, which utilizes sodium-ion chemistry and features millisecond-level self-healing capabilities. The product aims to provide a stable alternative to lithium-ion for large-scale utility applications.
A recent discussion hosted by the Middle East Solar Industry Association (MESIA) found the next phase of Algeria's solar expansion will be shaped by gas economics, procurement design, grid readiness and whether the country can turn its 15 GW target i…
Envision Energy is pivoting its strategy to become a comprehensive energy infrastructure provider, focusing on the integration of energy storage systems and addressing the rising power requirements of AI data centres.
Hanoi Power Corporation has launched pilot operations for a 100MWh battery energy storage portfolio across five substations in Vietnam's capital. This inaugural deployment marks the first utility-scale storage initiative of its kind for the city's electrical grid.
French firm Solmeria, previously Ferme Solaire, has launched a digital marketplace dedicated to the acquisition and divestment of solar and energy storage assets across Europe.
Ameren Missouri confirmed plans to construct the 2.1GW West Alton Energy Center, a proposed combined-cycle natural gas facility in the US.
Chile's Ministry of Energy has presented its preliminary long-term energy plan, which anticipates between 27 GW and 58 GW of new solar capacity over the next 30 years across five different growth scenarios.
Malawi's Minister of Energy has officially commissioned the nation's inaugural grid-scale standalone battery energy storage system. This milestone project represents the first deployment of large-scale independent battery technology within the southeast African country's electricity network.
US-based alternative investment firm Strategic Value Partners (SVP) has agreed to acquire a minority equity stake in South Field Energy through its managed funds, the SVP Funds.
The South Korean company says the expansion is geared towards meeting demand from the AI and space industries in the US.
There can be great value in co-location, but the operational reality is not as simple as it may sound, writes Daniel Moore-Oats of Arenko.
The group's agrivoltaic proposal, known as SolarRoot, integrates photovoltaics with crops, rainwater harvesting and subsurface drip irrigation controlled by moisture sensors.
Second stage of huge Supernode battery project starts operations, making it the biggest battery in Australia's main grid, and another stage, possibly two, to come.
Goldman Sachs and Barclays have emerged as the leading financial advisers for M&A in the power sector during the first half (H1) of 2026.
The fire, which broke out last Wednesday afternoon, left one worker injured with burns. The cause of the fire is yet to be reported.
Longest range and six-seater version of best-selling Model Y now available for immediate delivery in many states in Australia.
The company showcased its new TNC 3.0 module series and BIFIMAX variants at The smarter E 2026, demonstrating high performance in low-light scenarios.
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