Latest Electricity Demand News

QPM Energy is positioning its Isaac Energy Hub and 112MW Isaac Power Station to meet surging data centre electricity demand forecast to reach up to 35 TWh by 2036, amid coal plant retirements and rising grid pressures.

Contact Energy's April 2026 report shows rising electricity and gas sales, improved margins, and lower generation costs, supported by strong hydro storage and ongoing renewable projects.

Meridian Energy's April 2026 operating report highlights robust hydro inflows and retail sales growth while electricity futures prices continue to decline.

AGL Energy tightens its FY26 earnings outlook, buoyed by strong operational performance and strategic investments in batteries and gas peaking assets amid rising electricity demand driven by data centres and electrification.

Contact Energy’s March 2026 report reveals a solid rise in electricity and gas sales alongside a notable decline in generation costs, driven by increased renewable output and strong hydro storage levels.

Bellevue Gold Limited (ASX: BGL) posted a strong March 2026 quarter with production of approximately 41,000 ounces of gold at increased grades, driving record underlying free cash flow of around $158 million. The company reduced forward gold sales commitments by 32,500 ounces, de-risking its balance sheet and increasing future exposure to spot gold prices.

Meridian Energy’s February 2026 report reveals below-average hydro inflows but robust water storage and growing retail customer base, highlighting resilience amid weather challenges and market fluctuations.

TMK Energy Limited reveals strong pilot well results and a robust phased development plan for its Gurvantes XXXV Coal Seam Gas project in Mongolia, underpinned by independently certified resources and strategic partnerships.

Contact Energy has announced a $525 million equity raise to accelerate its renewable energy projects, following a strong first half of FY26 with significant profit growth and strategic acquisitions.

Meridian Energy's January 2026 report reveals robust hydro and wind generation fueled by above-average water and snow storage, alongside rising retail sales, despite wholesale electricity prices plummeting to historic lows.

Meridian Energy’s January 2026 report reveals robust hydro and wind generation amid record rainfall and soaring electricity demand, despite wholesale prices plunging to historic lows.

AGL Energy reported a steady first half with flat underlying EBITDA and a narrowed FY26 earnings outlook, while accelerating its renewable projects and forming a strategic partnership with Aussie Broadband.