The Australian Energy Market Operator is warning summer blackouts could be ahead for residents in Victoria and South Australia, as the energy regulator urges governments to address a shortfall in supply.
AEMO's appeal comes off the back of delays in the construction of new power sources and transmission infrastructure, while existing coal-fired plants continue to come offline.
AEMO CEO Daniel Westerman said the findings, which come from the regulator's Energy Statement of Opportunities report, showed it was"critical" Australia accelerate its transition to renewables to make up the shortfall from retiring fossil fuel plants. AEMO CEO Daniel Westerman said the findings showed it was"critical" Australia accelerate its transition to renewables to make up the shortfall from retiring fossil fuel plants. Picture: NCA NewsWire/Nicki Connolly
stiff opposition from farming groups who claim building the lines will harm their property and impact livelihoods. With the possibility of blackouts looming, the Minns government has been under pressure to find a way of securing supply in the state without cutting a deal to support Eraring with taxpayer funds.
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