Australia's AEMO warns of gas supply risk in south-east states, including Victoria, due to low wind energy and cold temperatures.
Cold snap in Victoria raises gas shortage warning: Australia's energy market operator AEMO has warned of a risk to gas supply in the south-east, including New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania and the Australian Capital Territory, due to below-average wind energy and cold temperatures. The state of Victoria, with its 6.9 million residents being the nation's largest gas consumers, relies on three depleted gas fields for 30% of its winter gas demand. A potential gas shortage highlights the need for a change in energy strategies.
June 24, 2024
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