Latest Electricity Market 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.

Energy One Limited reveals solid sales momentum and strategic AI integration under new CEO Ben Tranier, despite slight ARR timing delays and ongoing market complexity.

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.

Meridian Energy's March 2026 report reveals robust retail sales growth and healthy hydro storage despite falling electricity futures prices, prompting a downward revision of FY26 capital expenditure guidance.

AGL Energy has committed to a $490 million gas power project in Western Australia, aiming to enhance energy reliability and support renewable integration from late 2027.

Contact Energy's February 2026 report reveals rising electricity and gas sales, improved generation efficiency, and robust hydro storage, underpinning a stable financial outlook for FY26.

Strike Energy reports a significant 35% increase in the Benchmark Reserve Capacity Price for 2028/29, alongside strong construction progress at its South Erregulla Power Project, signalling robust prospects for WA’s energy transition.

QPM Energy Limited has announced a substantial upgrade to its Moranbah Gas Project reserves and resources, now certified at over 1,000 petajoules, positioning the company as a key player in Queensland’s evolving gas and electricity markets.

1414 Degrees Ltd posted a steep 192% rise in half-year losses to $3.86 million, while advancing its silicon-based energy storage and hydrogen technologies. The company also faces uncertainty after its joint venture partner Vast Renewables entered administration.

Meridian Energy has reported a robust turnaround with a NZD 227 million net profit after tax for the first half of 2026, driven by record wind generation and strong hydro inflows. The company also raised its interim dividend and advanced multiple renewable projects.

Genesis Energy has completed a NZ$100 million share placement at NZ$2.15 per share, paving the way for a NZ$300 million rights offer to fund its renewable energy expansion under the Gen35 strategy.