An extra generator is now online, adding 689 megawatts to the system, and another is expected to turn on tomorrow. 9News
Residents no longer need to limit their energy usage.A generator came online today adding 689 megawatts to the system, while another one is expected to turn on tomorrow.
The energy regulator issued a brief statement this afternoon to reassure Australians there should be no blackouts this weekend. "AEMO can confirm sufficient electricity supply can be made available to meet forecast demand over the weekend across all regions in the National Electricity Market," the regulator said."Since announcing the suspension of the electricity spot market, we have seen improvements in generation availability, as reflected in our forecasts.
"Challenges remain in the energy sector and AEMO will continue to monitor supply levels and risks across all regions."
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