Fracked gas from Beetaloo Basin starts flowing into Northern Territory power grid
Fracked gas from the Beetaloo Basin has begun flowing into the Northern Territory power grid, marking a major milestone for the remote onshore gas project south of Darwin. The gas is now being used to help power homes and businesses across the territory. The development comes eight years after the NT moratorium on fracking was lifted.The project was switched on today, according to the supplied material, with government officials, gas company leaders, native title holders and the Northern Land Council expected to attend. NT Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro said the gas would drive new investment across several sectors, create employment... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 31 Aug 2026 22:05 LONDON
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Trump declares emergency to restrict some foreign equipment in US power grid
United States President Donald Trump has declared a national emergency over what his administration describes as security risks linked to foreign-made equipment used in the country's electricity grid. He signed an executive order on Wednesday that restricts the purchase and installation of certain foreign-produced equipment in the bulk-power system. The order also covers related software and digital capabilities that officials say could create cybersecurity or operational risks.The directive says the threat is "unusual and extraordinary" and frames the issue as a national security concern. The Department of Energy has 120 days to publish formal rules to carry out the policy.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Aug 2026 22:03 LONDON
