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AI infrastructure expansion: energy, water, and waste

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Latest: U.S. data center capacity faces significant speculative hurdles

The rapid expansion of AI-driven workloads continues to fuel an “energy supercycle,” driving massive demand for electricity, transformers, and cooling systems. Global data center electricity consumption is projected to r

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Australia renewable energy adoption and grid integration

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Latest: Australia's National Electricity Market sees record renewable and battery generation

Australia’s National Electricity Market (NEM) reached a historic milestone in the September 2026 quarter, with renewable and storage generation contributing a record 80.4% of total generation at its peak on 19 September.

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AI infrastructure expansion faces capacity and social limits

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Latest: India's data center growth driven by energy and infrastructure needs

The global race for data center infrastructure, fueled by artificial intelligence, continues to strain energy, water, and resource availability. While the United States hosts approximately 40% of the world’s data centers

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Snowy Hydro 2.0 management and cost scrutiny

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Latest: Snowy Hydro 2.0 project costs rise to $25 billion

The Snowy Hydro 2.0 pumped hydro project is facing intense scrutiny regarding its management and escalating costs. In September 2026, the Australian Parliament’s Joint Committee of Public Accounts and Audit announced an

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Solar and battery storage market integration trends

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Latest: Australia renewable energy expansion drives manufacturing opportunities

The solar and battery energy storage market continues to expand globally to manage grid stability and the transition from fossil fuels. In Australia, Victoria is implementing new regulatory frameworks to address infrastr

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Battery energy storage development in Australia

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Latest: Australian Energy Regulator approves new agreement for Waratah Super Battery

Battery energy storage projects in Australia are advancing to support grid stability and renewable energy integration. In New South Wales, the Waratah Super Battery, built by Akaysha Energy at the former Munmorah coal-fi

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Australian coal power emissions policy developments

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Latest: Australia coal power sector faces potential emissions policy shift

The Australian coal-fired power sector is facing potential regulatory changes regarding emissions and operational longevity. The Smart Energy Council has proposed that coal stations, such as the Eraring Power Station, be

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