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AEMO issued a direction to a participant in the Queensland region on 13 October. New South Wales battery storage assets generated approximately $5.63 million in revenue during a two-hour price spike on 12 October.
The NSW Government will include a 1,500MW carve-out for gas-fired generation in its 2027 LTESA firming tender to replace retiring coal capacity by May 2033. Eligible projects must provide eight hours of dispatchable capacity, prompting interest from EnergyAustralia for its 1.4GW Marulan project and calls from Squadron Energy for stronger investment signals.
The federal government's latest Capacity Investment Scheme tender will exclude battery storage to prioritise new gas-fired generation capable of managing multi-day wind and solar droughts. This strategic shift targets long-duration firming capacity to maintain grid reliability during extended periods of low renewable output.
New South Wales battery storage assets generated approximately $5.63 million in revenue during a two-hour price spike on 12 October. The earnings surge occurred as wholesale electricity costs reached a peak of $23,107/MWh in the regional market.
ARENA has allocated up to $31.1 million to launch solar robotics production sites in Brisbane and Melbourne. These facilities aim to manufacture automated systems designed to enhance the safety and speed of large-scale solar farm assembly across Australia.
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) is providing up to $31.1 million to establish solar robotics manufacturing facilities in Melbourne and Brisbane, supporting faster, safer and more efficient construction of large-scale solar farms across…
ENEOS Corporation has commissioned a large-scale green hydrogen plant at Bulwer Island, Brisbane, utilizing proprietary electrochemical technology to manufacture methylcyclohexane as a liquid carrier.
AGL Energy CEO Damien Nicks has ruled out the construction of new coal-fired generation, citing a lack of commercial viability. Simultaneously, AEMO CEO Daniel Westerman confirmed that the integration of new renewable capacity and storage is currently maintaining grid reliability.
ARENA is providing $32.3 million to fund the establishment of solar robotics manufacturing facilities in Queensland and Victoria. The investment aims to scale up the production of Australian-developed automated piling and panel installation technologies for large-scale solar farms.
ARENA is providing $1.2 million to Australian firm Built Robotics to develop and deploy autonomous machinery designed to automate the installation of solar pile foundations. The pilot program aims to accelerate construction timelines and improve onsite safety for large-scale solar developments across the country.
Samsung C&T has referred the 500 MW / 800 MWh Darnum BESS project in Victoria’s Gippsland region for federal environmental assessment under the EPBC Act. The proposal marks a key planning milestone for the large-scale storage facility intended to support the state's grid stability.
Hydro Tasmania has completed a major upgrade of the Huxley Hill Wind Farm on King Island, including the successful repair of a wind turbine damaged during an extreme wind event […]
Plans to develop an 800 MWh battery energy storage system in southwest Victoria have joined the queue for assessment under the federal government’s Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act.
New funding will help establish manufacturing facilities for two automated technologies – robots that install solar panels, and robots that drive foundation piles.
Hydro Tasmania has finished a significant refurbishment of its Huxley Hill Wind Farm on King Island, while several other Australian wind developments recently advanced through financing and construction phases.
The Electric Vehicle Council will lead the development of Australia's first National EV Charging Roadmap to coordinate infrastructure planning for an expanding domestic fleet. This strategic framework aims to align industry and government efforts in identifying the specific charging requirements needed to support large-scale electric vehicle adoption.
OEG has secured a contract from Ørsted to deliver temporary power solutions for the Hornsea 3 offshore wind farm in the UK during the commissioning of the converter station and the installation phase for turbines.
Neoen, BW ESS, and MN8 have joined the newly formed Energy Storage Contract Alliance to create standardized procurement templates for battery projects. The initiative aims to reduce transaction costs and accelerate deployment by simplifying complex legal and commercial negotiations for global storage assets.
European power purchase agreement prices climbed 5% in September due to rising gas and electricity forwards, despite localized price drops in Spain and Portugal. Market activity recovered to 25 signed deals representing 1.2 GW of capacity, with increasing demand for hybrid and battery-backed contracts.
Powergrid has acquired Lakadia C Power Transmission and Jam Khambhaliya REZ Transmission through tariff-based competitive bidding.
Foss & Company finalized a US$58 million tax equity partnership flip to fund GridStor’s battery energy storage system located in Hidalgo County, Texas.
EnergyRe has finalized an $815 million financing package to fund the development of multiple solar farms across South Carolina.
NOPL Solar Projects, a fully owned subsidiary of Vikran Engineering (VEL), has signed a facility agreement with the Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA) for a rupee term loan of up to Rs29.41bn ($307.2m).
MIT research indicates that while utility-scale wind and solar do not increase US residential electricity rates, a correlation exists between expanded rooftop solar capacity and higher retail prices and distribution expenses.
Clearway Energy has expanded its Honeycomb Energy Centre in Southern Utah by adding 210MW of battery storage, bringing the project's total capacity to 2,120MWh.
Sodium-ion technology and vehicle-to-grid integration are proposed as solutions to raw material constraints and system flexibility needs in solar-dominated grids. The analysis suggests these battery advancements can serve as a low-cost foundation for future energy infrastructure beyond traditional stationary storage.
A proposed four-hour duration battery storage facility in south-east Queensland has entered the federal environmental approval process, initiating a public consultation phase for the contentious project located in a traditional coal region.
One of Australia’s oldest continuously working wind farms, and a vital ingredient of a world-leading hybrid microgrid, has had its life extended by at least 10 years.
Coal-fired generation availability across the NEM faced scrutiny on October 12, 2026, as WattClarity analyzed current and upcoming plant outages impacting market supply. The assessment highlights how specific unit downtime is currently influencing broader power system reliability and price dynamics.
AEMO predispatch data suggests reduced price volatility for the New South Wales region on October 13, 2026, following significant market fluctuations recorded the previous day.
Wood Mackenzie analysis indicates four-hour battery storage costs have fallen below open-cycle gas turbines in 43 global markets. However, the research suggests that high installation expenses and import tariffs may limit the extent of these competitive gains within the Australian energy sector.
Updated:A government-funded program for a national EV charging network has come up short. But a report explaining what went wrong remains hidden from view.
Industry leaders at a Sydney energy summit warned that withdrawing bipartisan support for major transmission projects like Victoria's VNI-West would be as detrimental to the transition as extending the lifespan of coal-fired power stations.
Wood Mackenzie analysis confirms four-hour battery energy storage systems are now more cost-effective than open-cycle gas turbines across 43 global markets. This price parity marks a significant shift in the competitiveness of long-duration storage against traditional gas peaking assets.
Australian wind developers have secured several positive project milestones over the past five weeks, signaling a potential shift in the challenging financing environment that has recently constrained the sector.
Risen Energy has unveiled a new anti-glare heterojunction solar module featuring a dual-layer optical design and a power output of up to 730 W.
Valo, the energy storage joint venture succeeding Wärtsilä’s battery division, is currently negotiating with major industrial partners to potentially invest in United States manufacturing facilities and domestic supply chains.
Autodesk is implementing digital twin technology across Australia's electricity sector to convert static asset information into live operational data. This digital transformation aims to enhance real-time intelligence for managing the nation's transitioning power grid.
The Octopus Investments battery has approval for up to 2 GWh, making it one of the biggest in the state and the third seeking to plug into former coal plant site.
Australia's expanding data centre sector requires a concurrent, large-scale rollout of renewable generation and supporting transmission infrastructure to maintain reliability. This integrated development approach is proposed as a potential global model for aligning digital infrastructure growth with clean energy transitions.
SOFAR Solar is launching new residential and commercial-scale energy storage systems at the All Energy Australia 2026 exhibition to grow its local product lineup.
Maxxen has showcased its European utility-scale battery energy storage system manufacturing facility, highlighting the production processes for its large-scale stationary storage hardware.
All Energy Australia 2026 will feature approximately 500 exhibitors and introduce dedicated content regarding data centres to reflect shifting industry trends. The Melbourne-based event serves as a central gathering for the international renewable energy sector.
Fox ESS is targeting the Australian commercial and industrial sector with its G-Max Plus scalable battery systems, following increased Federal Government policy support for mid-scale energy storage deployment.
More consumers have come forward claiming solar battery installers have ripped them off under the federal government's Cheaper Home Batteries Program.
Renewable energy developments across Australia face ongoing operational challenges regarding the long-term reliability and performance of critical electrical infrastructure assets.
Renewables could rise from 12% of Qatar's power capacity in 2025 to 25.9% by 2035, says GlobalData, with solar leading while gas remains the backbone of its power and water system.
Allume Energy’s rooftop solar sharing management system for apartments and multi-unit residences has taken out the top honours at this year’s Australian Good Design awards.
Bankability & offtake and regulatory & system reform were the key talking points on the opening panel of the Battery Asset Management Summit UK & Ireland 2026 which runs today and tomorrow (13-14 October).
Orbital Marine Power has received approval from the European Commission (EC) to proceed with its EURO-TIDES tidal energy array at the European Marine Energy Centre (EMEC) in Orkney, Scotland.
The Chinese robotics manufacturer has introduced an autonomous tracked forklift capable of transporting solar module pallets weighing up to 3,000 kg.
The French manufacturer has introduced a new lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery featuring an integrated 125 kW power conversion system, 261 kWh of storage capacity and a nominal round-trip efficiency of 86%.
Chinese researchers have developed high-entropy molecular contacts that enabled inverted perovskite solar cells to achieve a certified steady-state efficiency of 27.31%.
Australia’s first national electric vehicle (EV) charging roadmap will detail the charging needs for passenger and heavy vehicles through to 2035.
Honda has partnered with Ohme to offer home EV chargers and installation to buyers of its new Super-One EV, with a full charge potentially costing less than $2.40.
Fortescue is adapting car factory welding robots to operate the world’s most powerful electric truck chargers, delivering up to 6 MW of power at its Pilbara mines.
The new RAST system combines roof access, fall protection and material transport in a standardized installation process. German trade associations BG ETEM and BG BAU supported its development.
The Atlas range is scheduled to become available in January 2027, with three models offering PV capacities from 3 kW to 15 kW and heights of up to 4 meters.
Xpeng's luxury people mover and GAC's Aion UT electric hatch score 5-star safety from ANCAP under the stricter 2026 test.
All Electric Homes founder Trent Jones warns that a shortage of skilled tradies, fragmented business models and poorly designed rebates could derail Australia's push to electrify millions of homes.
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