The Queensland energy market, explained.
Power stations play an essential role in generating the energy we need to run our homes and businesses – but like any machine, they require regular maintenance in order to keep running smoothly and efficiently.
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The decarbonisation of transport is one of the clearest routes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions – and hydrogen fuel cells have an important role to play in the process.
If you’re in the habit of cooking regularly, then a big portion of your household energy bill is likely to come from your kitchen. But did you know that small changes in how you prepare and cook food can lead to big savings on your bill?
Did you know about 10 per cent of the electricity that leaves Australian power stations never makes it to a consumer? Here’s what causes transmission loss – and what’s being done to address the problem.
Ever wondered how your energy provider sets the price of your power? Like any business, energy companies pass their costs onto their customers – so it’s important for you to be aware of what these costs are.
The electricity grid is undergoing a significant transformation, as the rise of renewable resources changes the supply and demand mechanics of the National Electricity Market (NEM).
Whether you’re looking to save money on your power bill or simply seeking to reduce your carbon footprint, it’s important to teach your kids about energy-saving behaviours. Kids love learning new things – so here are a few fun ways to teach them about energy consumption and where energy comes from.
Australia’s energy system is evolving. While the shift towards renewables presents exciting opportunities for energy consumers and providers, it also presents significant challenges – including a rapid decline in demand for energy from the grid during the day.
The sunshine state has solar power on tap – so why aren’t we using the sun to supply all of our energy needs?
It’s that time of year when the days get longer, the temperature gets hotter and the weather gets wilder – and that means the electricity grid has to work harder. Here’s what you need to know about how summer impacts the grid, and how the market prepares for it.
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The decarbonisation of transport is one of the clearest routes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions – and hydrogen fuel cells have an important role to play in the process.
If you’re in the habit of cooking regularly, then a big portion of your household energy bill is likely to come from your kitchen. But did you know that small changes in how you prepare and cook food can lead to big savings on your bill?
Did you know about 10 per cent of the electricity that leaves Australian power stations never makes it to a consumer? Here’s what causes transmission loss – and what’s being done to address the problem.
Ever wondered how your energy provider sets the price of your power? Like any business, energy companies pass their costs onto their customers – so it’s important for you to be aware of what these costs are.
The electricity grid is undergoing a significant transformation, as the rise of renewable resources changes the supply and demand mechanics of the National Electricity Market (NEM).
Whether you’re looking to save money on your power bill or simply seeking to reduce your carbon footprint, it’s important to teach your kids about energy-saving behaviours. Kids love learning new things – so here are a few fun ways to teach them about energy consumption and where energy comes from.
Australia’s energy system is evolving. While the shift towards renewables presents exciting opportunities for energy consumers and providers, it also presents significant challenges – including a rapid decline in demand for energy from the grid during the day.
The sunshine state has solar power on tap – so why aren’t we using the sun to supply all of our energy needs?
It’s that time of year when the days get longer, the temperature gets hotter and the weather gets wilder – and that means the electricity grid has to work harder. Here’s what you need to know about how summer impacts the grid, and how the market prepares for it.
Did you know you could save money on your electricity bill just by using power at different times of day? Here’s what you need to know about peak and off-peak rates, and how you can take advantage of them to make a dent in your power bill.
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National Energy Market quick facts
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kilometres
of transmission lines and cables are incorporated by the NEM
30000
megawatts
is the highest NEM demand record, set on Friday 31 January 2020
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megawatts
of large-scare renewable energy is currently in operation in the NEM
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homes
businesses and customers are connected to the NEM
