Where’s the increased output we expected to see with new wind farms?
What's summer shown us so far, in terms of where peak wind output has landed (and why are we surprised).
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Significant trip of Tasmanian demand this morning
A massive (60%) instantaneous reduction in Tassie's electricity demand in the early hours of this morning caught our attention.
Forecasting NSW peak demand is not as easy as it might initially seem – is there a better way?
What do the forecasts received for peak NSW demand this summer tell us about the various debates currently underway in terms of network regulation and industry transformation?
Victorian demand comes back to life as the crowds gather for the tennis
Notice of a "Critical Peak Demand Day" for Victoria tomorrow draws our attention down south to see what the forecast is showing.
Factors contributing to declining demand during 2014
Some analysis performed by one of our guest authors (Ric Brazzale) identifying the significant factors that contributed to declining demand in the NEM through 2014.
Three sample approaches (of 173 worldwide) to integrating renewables into the grid
We saw Ryan Wavish present on this topic at All Energy 2014, and invited him to write an article for WattClarity highlighting some of the learnings of the...
Mysterious jump in Queensland demand
It's been reported that there appears to have been the addition of a large load in Queensland. Here we start to analyse.
Gas price turn-around signals generation change
Some analysis of gas-fired generation in Queensland, with the first LNG exports steaming away from port.
National regulations encourage new entrant retailers
Some thoughts about why we've been seeing an increase in the number of authorised electricity retailers competing in the Australian National Electricity Market, from a new guest author...
Recapping prior peaks in NEM-wide demand
With only 4 days remaining (till Fri 9th Jan) here's some tips about what the peak NEM-wide demand might be this summer, to help you submit your forecast...
Analysing trends in VIC electricity demand
Some analysis of how demand in Victoria has trended over 16 years - at least in part to help competition entrants provide their forecasts of what they think...
Peak summer demand in Tasmania has been consistent (but AEMO’s forecasts vary)
A few quick pointers (on New Year's Eve) about where peak demand might land this summer in Tasmania - so you have a chance at winning Competition #6
About Snowy’s purchase of the Colongra peaker
Some thoughts following the purchase of the Colongra peaking plant in the dying days of 2014.
Weather will play a key role in peak demand in SA this summer
A few pointers about where the peak South Australian demand might land this summer (relevant to our competition, and also for some very real considerations about the ongoing...
Will Queensland defy the trend of declining demand?
Spurred on by our competition (but with an interest that's much broader) we have a look at how Queensland demand has trended - and find a couple of...
How you might use our software
A topic containing articles, as we post them, about how to use our software – using real live examples.
Using NEM-Watch to forecast QLD Peak Demand this summer
Some tips about how you can use NEM-Watch v9 to narrow down your entry to Competition #2 this summer (peak QLD Regional Scheduled Dispatch Demand Target for extended...
Trends in wind output (tips to help you make your entry)
A quick look at how aggregate wind farm output has trended, over the history of the NEM
Can you sizzle like the pros – by calculating one of these metrics for summer in the NEM?
Our popular competition returns, with some added spice as a thank-you to clients who have supported us in our 15 years of operation.
Recapping operations at Torrens Island – as another one bites the dust (at least temporarily*)
Some quick thoughts about the mothballing of Torrens Island A station