Electric Trucks Hit Australian Roads as Diesel Alternatives Rise
An Australian company is converting diesel trucks to electric, with 28 already on the road. Each conversion costs under $200,000, aiming to boost fuel security.
An Australian company is converting diesel trucks to electric, with 28 already on the road. Each conversion costs under $200,000, aiming to boost fuel security.
Infini Resources has secured permits for maiden diamond drilling at its Reynolds Lake and Reitenbach Lake uranium projects in Canada's Athabasca Basin, with drilling set to start in late April.
Woodside and Chevron have voiced strong opposition to proposed changes to the Petroleum Resource Rent Tax and a new gas export tax during a parliamentary inquiry in Perth.
The federal government has decided to shelve plans for a supersized gas tax due to the current global energy crisis, aiming to stabilize domestic energy prices and supply.
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RecommendedAustralia's fuel reserves have increased beyond levels seen before the Iran war, ensuring energy security amid global tensions. The government highlights strategic stockpiling efforts.
Australia's swift action to address the oil supply crisis has calmed markets, but long-term energy security requires sustained investment and diversification.
At Woodside Energy's annual meeting, Chair Liz Westcott argued that the Middle East conflict underscores the critical importance of reliable energy supplies alongside carbon reduction efforts.
Savvy Tasmanians are reducing electricity costs by using Aurora Energy's free Power Hours for washing, cooking, and EV charging, with 100,000 customers benefiting.
Savvy Tasmanians are reducing electricity costs by using Aurora Energy's free Power Hours via an app, ideal for washing, cooking, and EV charging during the cost-of-living crisis.
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RecommendedSavvy Tasmanians are reducing electricity costs by using Aurora Energy's free Power Hours for washing, cooking, and EV charging, with 100,000 customers benefiting.
Queensland invests $25M to produce renewable diesel from tallow and animal fats at Ampol's Lytton refinery, aiming for 20 million litres annually by 2028.
Eromanga, a remote Queensland town with under 50 residents, is leveraging its vast oil reserves to address Australia's fuel supply pressures, with leaders dubbing it the 'Kuwait of Australia'.
A Shell executive has strongly criticized a proposed windfall tax on exported gas, calling it 'spectacularly ill-advised' during a Senate hearing chaired by the Greens, sparking debate over energy policy.
The Economist warns that global energy markets are on the brink of a major crisis, with potential severe impacts on economies and stability worldwide.
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RecommendedNewcastle-based MGA Thermal has raised $32.5 million in funding to commercialise its innovative thermal energy storage technology, aiming to revolutionise renewable energy solutions globally.
A former BP executive urges the Australian government to implement a gas export tax, citing economic and environmental benefits as industry tensions rise.
A new report cautions that South Australia risks becoming an economic laggard if the state government persists with its gas-focused approach for the Whyalla steelworks, amid global instability.
A support barge from the Alkimos Desalination Plant project has beached on Alkimos Beach after breaking free during overnight storms, with recovery efforts underway and no damage reported.
Western Australian Premier Roger Cook has opposed a proposed increase in taxes on gas exports, while the federal government reviews potential changes to the sector's fiscal policies.
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RecommendedIndustry leaders are urging bipartisan political support for a high-speed rail project, emphasizing its economic and environmental benefits for Australia's future connectivity.
The $500 million Cape Otway Road project in Australia faces uncertainty as debts accumulate, raising concerns about its completion and impact on local infrastructure.
The Sydney-Newcastle high-speed rail project has detailed key contracts, including 35km of twin tunnels and advanced train systems, marking a major infrastructure milestone.
EnergyCo's actions have raised concerns in Upper Hunter communities regarding transparency and consultation in the Hunter-Central Coast Renewable Energy Zone project.
A major petrol refinery damaged by a recent fire is expected to return to full production within weeks, alleviating supply chain pressures and stabilising fuel prices across the region.
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RecommendedWA manufacturers are calling for an updated domestic gas agreement for Woodside's Pluto project to ensure stable supply and support local industry growth.
ADX Energy has spudded the HOCH-1 well in Upper Austria, launching a three-well campaign targeting up to 17.3 billion cubic feet of shallow gas, with drilling expected to reach depth in two weeks.
Australia's fuel reserves have fallen to critically low levels, raising concerns about economic independence and national security amid global supply chain disruptions.
Australia's energy vulnerability amid global conflicts highlights policy failures, reliance on Chinese-controlled minerals, and human costs in renewable supply chains, sparking debate on national security.
A significant fire at the Corio refinery in Geelong has prompted an apology to the local community, with authorities investigating the cause and assessing environmental impacts.
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RecommendedA new oil discovery in Queensland's Taroom Trough offers potential but experts warn it's not enough alone to solve Australia's fuel security challenges.