Energy Market Operator warns electricity grid reliability at risk

A new report from the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) is warning the reliability of the electricity grid is in doubt over the next ten years without new investments.

The Australian Energy Market Operator report says the reliability standard will be breached by mainland states in the national electricity market from 2027 onwards. That's because 13 per cent of the market's capacity in the form of at least five coal-fired power stations - is expected to retire by then. Source: AAP / JONO SEARLE/AAPIMAGE

Key Points

• The Australian Energy Market Operator is warning new power generation, new transmission lines, and new energy storage is needed to avoid blackouts, as ageing coal power plants shut down.
• The Operator's report says the reliability standard will be breached by mainland states in the national electricity market from 2027 onwards.
• There's not yet enough alternative power sources locked in to avoid the conclusion the report makes.

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