As can be seen here in this snapshot from ez2view at 22:45, unit 1 has already returned to service – and we presume that this might be followed by unit 2 (unless it is damaged in some way).
The bid data (available from 04:00 tomorrow) might reveal more but, for now, all we have is conjecture and rumour…
Paul was one of the founders of Global-Roam in February 2000. He is currently the CEO of the company and the principal author of WattClarity. Writing for WattClarity has become a natural extension of his work in understanding the electricity market, enabling him to lead the team in developing better software for clients.
Before co-founding the company, Paul worked as a Mechanical Engineer for the Queensland Electricity Commission in the early 1990s. He also gained international experience in Japan, the United States, Canada, the UK, and Argentina as part of his ES Cornwall Memorial Scholarship.
Weather forecasts tell of an expected hot weekend on Saturday (in Melbourne & Adelaide) and then Sunday (in Sydney) – which has led to some news articles talking about “searing heat across the southeast putting energy supplies under pressure”. Let’s not get carried away – it looks like the levels of demand will be pretty moderate.
Last Thursday 20th October the Victorian Labor Government, in the midst of seeking re-election, had its own turn at releasing an Energy Policy that caused quite a stir…
A graphical summary of a day when temperatures soared in NSW, dragging demand higher and (with the assistance of a relative shortage of supplies) also dragging prices to VOLL
Spot prices spiked across mainland regions this evening – firstly at 17:55 (above $1,000/MWh). and then at 18:00 (up towards $15,000/MWh). Here’s a first look.
Be the first to commenton "2 x Loy Yang A units offline this afternoon"
Be the first to comment on "2 x Loy Yang A units offline this afternoon"