Collgar Renewables

Collgar Wind Farm has lost a last ditch attempt to claim damages over works that were allegedly faulty, after the court refused to correct an error that led it to it sue the wrong entity.

The company behind one of the state’s biggest wind farms has been given a second chance to pursue a damages claim, after a ruling effectively killing the lawsuit was overturned.

A comprehensive analysis of the new energy sector in WA highlights its slow progress and points to the Mid West as a leader.

A proposed doubling of a cap applied to energy prices has been met with calls for change by industry players, in a series of submissions to the Economic Regulation Authority.

The operator of WA’s largest wind farm aims to build five more across the state, joining multiple companies planning, but not yet building, new wind farms.

Western Power chief executive Sam Barbaro has told an energy forum that Collie would be a logical home for a nuclear plant in the state, but says renewables are the priority for the grid.

Mark Beyer and Jack McGinn discuss the major findings from the domestic gas inquiry; Collgar's wind farm plan; Western Power's nuclear stance; Pilbara energy enablers; Perdaman's Karratha plan; the price of iron ore; Nicheliving's woes and Sanur's Subi battle; Vern Wheatley's legacy, and preview the upcoming edition of the Business News magazine.

All the talk is on renewables, yet there are no major wind or solar projects currently under construction in WA’s South West.

Renewable energy giant Neoen has joined a long list of companies aiming to develop wind farms in WA’s South West, though none are currently under construction.

Goldminer Newmont Corporation has struck a long-term supply agreement with WA’s largest wind farm, months after extending its contract with the state's largest coal-fired power station.

The half-owner of the Bluewaters coal power station is pursuing the development of a major wind farm in WA’s South West in partnership with local outfit Wind with Purpose.

The future shape of WA’s energy market has become a little clearer this year, but there are many pieces needed to finish the puzzle.