Australia: Energy Sector Update: March 2014

The article is part of a series on proposed reforms and new developments in the Australian energy and resources industry.

This article highlights recent legislative and policy reforms which impact the Australian resources and energy sector.

Briefing provides update on recent mining deals, market rumours, potential opportunities and regulatory updates.

Irrespective of the NEG outcome and Queensland targets, it is clear that the renewable energy sector continues to evolve.

The article examines the regulation of the oil and gas industry and breaks down the regulatory process state by state.

This briefing note sets out a likely structure for the proposed privatisation of the networks and identifies key issues.

With the upcoming election in NSW, both Parties are talking rebates to shelter the consumer from the effects of rising electricity prices. It is arguable that these measures only assist in dealing with rising energy costs in the short term. What however is each party saying about the long term energy future of NSW?

This Bill could make sweeping changes to the State's financial assurance and rehabilitation regime of resource projects.