Let’s start with three things we know: 1/ Renewable sources are generating a lot of cheap electricity – particularly when the sun shines and the wind blows. 2/ The gentailers (generators who also sell energy) are shutting down their coal-fired power stations. 3/ Governments and private operators are investing in big battery storage systems. Now… Read More
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Is a tax on land near power lines really necessary
Let’s start by saying we think it’s great that governments at all levels are conscious that energy prices have a significant impact on everyone. We often hear that they’re looking to keep downward pressure on energy prices. We know they are doing what they can to reduce the cost of electricity and gas to consumers,… Read More
How are electric vehicles going in Australia?
When we last wrote about the uptake of electric vehicles, we noted that petrol and diesel-fuelled vehicles still accounted for 97 per cent of the Australian market. Now, about two-and-a-half years later, that figure is closer to 90 per cent. The number of charging stations being built around the country, particularly ultrafast charging stations, has… Read More
We can all be a little greener
You might have read our recent blog post: Introducing Glo-Green, our 100% carbon-offset product. Whether that piqued your interest or not, we thought it was a good opportunity to talk a bit more about living a greener life. As you probably know, green has become more than a colour. It’s come to represent our natural… Read More
What are the fuels of the future
Without getting into a debate about the technology, the energy sources, the timeline, or even the transition itself, we can acknowledge that the world is moving toward power systems based on renewable energy sources. Of course, we have a focus on electricity and gas, our main domestic and commercial energy resources. Around the world, more… Read More
The Global Energy Crisis Explained
Increasing gas prices around the world have led Energy Users Association of Australia chief executive Andrew Richards to warn: “We are seeing storm clouds on the horizon”. Australian manufacturing and industry groups have called for Government intervention. Australian fertiliser giant Incitec Pivot has blamed high gas prices for its decision to shut down its 50-year-old… Read More