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The latest thinking on energy management, regulation, and sustainability from the Utilizer team.

High-voltage transmission lines crossing the Australian landscape at duskAdvisory & Consulting

NEM Insights from the 2025 ESOO

AEMO's 2025 ESOO maps coal exits, rising demand and system security risks. Here's what the NEM outlook means for your business.

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Rooftop solar panels and a home battery unit on an Australian houseRenewables & Energy Efficiency

How Solar Batteries Are Reshaping Energy Demand

Home solar batteries are flattening peak demand and reshaping wholesale pricing. Here's what the storage boom means for commercial buyers.

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Gas processing plant at an Australian LNG export terminal on the east coastAdvisory & Consulting

Gas Reservation: Who’s Backing Your Energy Supply

APLNG wants tougher gas reservation rules to keep more supply onshore. We unpack what east coast reservation could mean for your business.

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Electricity transmission towers across the Australian countrysideEnergy Explained

Reform in Focus: What the Nelson Review Means for Energy Buyers

The Nelson Review sets out bold reforms for Australia's electricity market. Here's what they mean for prices, contracts and business strategy.

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Electricity transmission network at dusk across regional AustraliaMarket Wraps

Energy Market Update: July 2025

July brought steadier electricity futures, softer LGCs and shifting supply dynamics. See what the latest market moves mean for your business.

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Electricity transmission lines beside a data centre in AustraliaEnergy Explained

Ambition vs Reality: The Collision Course Between Energy Demand & Climate Policy

As electricity demand surges and key projects stall, the gap between climate policy ambition and delivery is widening. Here's what it means.

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Energy consultant reviewing charts with a business client in an officeEnergy Procurement

Key Benefits of Partnering with an Energy Consultant for Your Business

Discover how an energy consultant can cut costs, improve efficiency and deliver tailored strategies aligned to your business goals.

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Solar and wind generation alongside a coal power station in AustraliaAdvisory & Consulting

Australia’s Energy Transition: What Smart Businesses Need to Know in 2025

Australia's energy transition is delayed but not derailed. See what the shifting outlook means for energy-intensive businesses in 2025.

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Transmission towers and wind turbines across the Australian landscapeEnergy Explained

AEMO’s Toolkit for Australia's Energy Transition

AEMO's new ISP Toolkit explains Australia's energy transition in plain English. We unpack what it covers and why it matters for your business.

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Rooftop solar panels and a home battery unit on an Australian houseRenewables & Energy Efficiency

New Financial Year, New Solar Reality

From 1 July, feed-in tariffs fall and new battery incentives arrive. Here's what the shift means for your solar and storage strategy.

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East coast gas pipeline infrastructure against an Australian skyEnergy Procurement

ACCC Warns of East Coast Gas Shortfall

The ACCC has flagged a deteriorating outlook and a possible gas shortfall from late 2025. We break down what it means for large gas users.

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Wind turbines on an Australian ridgeline under a cloudy winter skyMarket Wraps

Energy Market Update: June 2025

Record-low wind output met cold-snap demand in June, lifting prices across key states. What the volatility means for large energy users.

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