Commencing this Thursday, a strike is poised to disrupt operations at one of Queensland's largest power stations, presenting a new threat to the already strained electricity grid along the east coast.

The Mining and Energy Union (MEU) has issued warnings about potential widespread power disruptions in the state, citing protected industrial action set to take place at the 750-megawatt Kogan Creek generator.

MEU Queensland District Vice-President Shane Brunker has emphasised the possible 'dire consequences for energy security' as residents approach the peak period of summer power generation—unless the government intervenes at the negotiating table with state-owned CS Energy, the plant's owner.

The ramifications of this dispute could be significant, affecting up to 10 per cent of Queensland's power generation capacity. Credit: Wikipedia/Coachcapt.

'We apologise for any inconvenience,' said Mr Bunker, 'but we have hundreds of workers here whose livelihoods are in jeopardy.'

He explained that the union's first step would be to shut down the conveyor belts that feed coal from the nearby Kogan mine into the plant. This would reduce the station's available coal stocks.

In the upcoming week, the union plans to operate the plant at a lower megawatt capacity during peak morning and nighttime periods, which will result in a degradation of the power supply.

Both of these strategies would substantially decrease the revenue generated by the power generator, which provides 10 per cent of Queensland's power and a significant portion of northern NSW.

Last week, the union representing operators, fitters, electricians, and power workers successfully obtained the right to take protected industrial action from the Fair Work Commission.

According to the union, this dispute revolves around CS Energy, the plant owner, and its failure to adhere to the newly established Queensland Energy Workers' Charter.

The union's members are seeking guarantees that they won't be replaced by contractors. They're also pushing for a 'fair distribution of attraction and retention provisions' in the enterprise agreement to ensure the continued safe operation of the generator.

However, Mr Brunker expressed concerns, stating that the charter appears 'disorganised', and workers haven't been adequately consulted regarding government plans.

To address these issues, the union is working to incorporate the charter into the ongoing enterprise agreement negotiations, aiming to secure extended lead times for consultation.

They're also advocating for transparency in reporting on the use of contract labour at CS Energy's plants and the removal of the current 75-week cap on redundancy payments.

These measures, if implemented, could help smooth out the labour issues currently facing CS Energy and its workforce.

The Kogan Creek plant is booked to close down in 2035, and while the union is hopeful it won't happen earlier, Mr Brunker admitted that 'no one knows exactly what is going to happen'.

Kogan Creek employs over 120 workers, and an additional 80 work at the Kogan mine.

If a strike were to occur, it could worsen Queensland's energy security situation. This is particularly concerning because some units at the Callide station are already offline for necessary repairs and reconstruction.

'The Queensland government needs to get around a table with the Unions and CS Energy, which it owns, and resolve how the Queensland Energy Workers' Charter will provide security and a future for the Kogan workers,' Mr Brunker said.

'CS Energy needs direction from the government at the negotiating table to finish these negotiations. Otherwise, there will be dire consequences for energy security running into the peak period of summer power generation in this state.'

​

A spokeswoman played down the possibility of potential industrial action causing widespread power disruption. According to her, 'CS Energy has made a generous offer to its employees.'

'Kogan Creek Power Station continues to generate electricity, and we have comprehensive plans in place to ensure the safety of our personnel and facility while minimising the impact of the proposed industrial action.'

Although Kogan Creek has been in the spotlight, it's part of a larger campaign related to the Queensland government's $150 million job transition fund. This fund is aimed at assisting coal workers in finding employment in a low-emissions economy.

The Palaszczuk Labor government has committed to closing its state-owned coal-fired power stations by 2035 and established this fund as part of an agreement with trade unions to mitigate significant job losses in coal communities.

Key Takeaways

• Mining and Energy Union (MEU) workers are planning industrial action at the Kogan Creek power station from Thursday, potentially disrupting Queensland's power supply.
• The dispute revolves around the alleged use of casual labour at CS Energy's plants and concerns that coal plant workers could be disregarded as the government shifts its energy sources away from coal.
• Next week, the union plans to run the plant at a lower capacity during peak periods, threatening to degrade the power supply.
• The strike action could amplify energy security risks in Queensland, especially as units at another station, Callide, are also currently shut down for repairs.

Members, we'll be sure to keep you updated with the latest news as it develops. In the meantime, stay vigilant and keep an eye on your energy supplies. It's also best to prepare for any power interruptions at home in the near future.

What are your thoughts on this news? Let us know in the comments.

 

[Luckyus]

Commencing this Thursday, a strike is poised to disrupt operations at one of Queensland's largest power stations, presenting a new threat to the already strained electricity grid along the east coast.

The Mining and Energy Union (MEU) has issued warnings about potential widespread power disruptions in the state, citing protected industrial action set to take place at the 750-megawatt Kogan Creek generator.

MEU Queensland District Vice-President Shane Brunker has emphasised the possible 'dire consequences for energy security' as residents approach the peak period of summer power generation—unless the government intervenes at the negotiating table with state-owned CS Energy, the plant's owner.

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The ramifications of this dispute could be significant, affecting up to 10 per cent of Queensland's power generation capacity. Credit: Wikipedia/Coachcapt.

'We apologise for any inconvenience,' said Mr Bunker, 'but we have hundreds of workers here whose livelihoods are in jeopardy.'

He explained that the union's first step would be to shut down the conveyor belts that feed coal from the nearby Kogan mine into the plant. This would reduce the station's available coal stocks.

In the upcoming week, the union plans to operate the plant at a lower megawatt capacity during peak morning and nighttime periods, which will result in a degradation of the power supply.

Both of these strategies would substantially decrease the revenue generated by the power generator, which provides 10 per cent of Queensland's power and a significant portion of northern NSW.

Last week, the union representing operators, fitters, electricians, and power workers successfully obtained the right to take protected industrial action from the Fair Work Commission.

According to the union, this dispute revolves around CS Energy, the plant owner, and its failure to adhere to the newly established Queensland Energy Workers' Charter.

The union's members are seeking guarantees that they won't be replaced by contractors. They're also pushing for a 'fair distribution of attraction and retention provisions' in the enterprise agreement to ensure the continued safe operation of the generator.

However, Mr Brunker expressed concerns, stating that the charter appears 'disorganised', and workers haven't been adequately consulted regarding government plans.

To address these issues, the union is working to incorporate the charter into the ongoing enterprise agreement negotiations, aiming to secure extended lead times for consultation.

They're also advocating for transparency in reporting on the use of contract labour at CS Energy's plants and the removal of the current 75-week cap on redundancy payments.

These measures, if implemented, could help smooth out the labour issues currently facing CS Energy and its workforce.

The Kogan Creek plant is booked to close down in 2035, and while the union is hopeful it won't happen earlier, Mr Brunker admitted that 'no one knows exactly what is going to happen'.

Kogan Creek employs over 120 workers, and an additional 80 work at the Kogan mine.

If a strike were to occur, it could worsen Queensland's energy security situation. This is particularly concerning because some units at the Callide station are already offline for necessary repairs and reconstruction.

'The Queensland government needs to get around a table with the Unions and CS Energy, which it owns, and resolve how the Queensland Energy Workers' Charter will provide security and a future for the Kogan workers,' Mr Brunker said.

'CS Energy needs direction from the government at the negotiating table to finish these negotiations. Otherwise, there will be dire consequences for energy security running into the peak period of summer power generation in this state.'

​

A spokeswoman played down the possibility of potential industrial action causing widespread power disruption. According to her, 'CS Energy has made a generous offer to its employees.'

'Kogan Creek Power Station continues to generate electricity, and we have comprehensive plans in place to ensure the safety of our personnel and facility while minimising the impact of the proposed industrial action.'

Although Kogan Creek has been in the spotlight, it's part of a larger campaign related to the Queensland government's $150 million job transition fund. This fund is aimed at assisting coal workers in finding employment in a low-emissions economy.

The Palaszczuk Labor government has committed to closing its state-owned coal-fired power stations by 2035 and established this fund as part of an agreement with trade unions to mitigate significant job losses in coal communities.

Key Takeaways

• Mining and Energy Union (MEU) workers are planning industrial action at the Kogan Creek power station from Thursday, potentially disrupting Queensland's power supply.
• The dispute revolves around the alleged use of casual labour at CS Energy's plants and concerns that coal plant workers could be disregarded as the government shifts its energy sources away from coal.
• Next week, the union plans to run the plant at a lower capacity during peak periods, threatening to degrade the power supply.
• The strike action could amplify energy security risks in Queensland, especially as units at another station, Callide, are also currently shut down for repairs.

Members, we'll be sure to keep you updated with the latest news as it develops. In the meantime, stay vigilant and keep an eye on your energy supplies. It's also best to prepare for any power interruptions at home in the near future.

What are your thoughts on this news? Let us know in the comments.

Future blackouts won't be the result of union action, but more the shortsightedness of succesive governments and their refusal to look at the possibility of nuclear power.

 

[Jest]

Commencing this Thursday, a strike is poised to disrupt operations at one of Queensland's largest power stations, presenting a new threat to the already strained electricity grid along the east coast.

The Mining and Energy Union (MEU) has issued warnings about potential widespread power disruptions in the state, citing protected industrial action set to take place at the 750-megawatt Kogan Creek generator.

MEU Queensland District Vice-President Shane Brunker has emphasised the possible 'dire consequences for energy security' as residents approach the peak period of summer power generation—unless the government intervenes at the negotiating table with state-owned CS Energy, the plant's owner.

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The ramifications of this dispute could be significant, affecting up to 10 per cent of Queensland's power generation capacity. Credit: Wikipedia/Coachcapt.

'We apologise for any inconvenience,' said Mr Bunker, 'but we have hundreds of workers here whose livelihoods are in jeopardy.'

He explained that the union's first step would be to shut down the conveyor belts that feed coal from the nearby Kogan mine into the plant. This would reduce the station's available coal stocks.

In the upcoming week, the union plans to operate the plant at a lower megawatt capacity during peak morning and nighttime periods, which will result in a degradation of the power supply.

Both of these strategies would substantially decrease the revenue generated by the power generator, which provides 10 per cent of Queensland's power and a significant portion of northern NSW.

Last week, the union representing operators, fitters, electricians, and power workers successfully obtained the right to take protected industrial action from the Fair Work Commission.

According to the union, this dispute revolves around CS Energy, the plant owner, and its failure to adhere to the newly established Queensland Energy Workers' Charter.

The union's members are seeking guarantees that they won't be replaced by contractors. They're also pushing for a 'fair distribution of attraction and retention provisions' in the enterprise agreement to ensure the continued safe operation of the generator.

However, Mr Brunker expressed concerns, stating that the charter appears 'disorganised', and workers haven't been adequately consulted regarding government plans.

To address these issues, the union is working to incorporate the charter into the ongoing enterprise agreement negotiations, aiming to secure extended lead times for consultation.

They're also advocating for transparency in reporting on the use of contract labour at CS Energy's plants and the removal of the current 75-week cap on redundancy payments.

These measures, if implemented, could help smooth out the labour issues currently facing CS Energy and its workforce.

The Kogan Creek plant is booked to close down in 2035, and while the union is hopeful it won't happen earlier, Mr Brunker admitted that 'no one knows exactly what is going to happen'.

Kogan Creek employs over 120 workers, and an additional 80 work at the Kogan mine.

If a strike were to occur, it could worsen Queensland's energy security situation. This is particularly concerning because some units at the Callide station are already offline for necessary repairs and reconstruction.

'The Queensland government needs to get around a table with the Unions and CS Energy, which it owns, and resolve how the Queensland Energy Workers' Charter will provide security and a future for the Kogan workers,' Mr Brunker said.

'CS Energy needs direction from the government at the negotiating table to finish these negotiations. Otherwise, there will be dire consequences for energy security running into the peak period of summer power generation in this state.'

​

A spokeswoman played down the possibility of potential industrial action causing widespread power disruption. According to her, 'CS Energy has made a generous offer to its employees.'

'Kogan Creek Power Station continues to generate electricity, and we have comprehensive plans in place to ensure the safety of our personnel and facility while minimising the impact of the proposed industrial action.'

Although Kogan Creek has been in the spotlight, it's part of a larger campaign related to the Queensland government's $150 million job transition fund. This fund is aimed at assisting coal workers in finding employment in a low-emissions economy.

The Palaszczuk Labor government has committed to closing its state-owned coal-fired power stations by 2035 and established this fund as part of an agreement with trade unions to mitigate significant job losses in coal communities.

Key Takeaways

• Mining and Energy Union (MEU) workers are planning industrial action at the Kogan Creek power station from Thursday, potentially disrupting Queensland's power supply.
• The dispute revolves around the alleged use of casual labour at CS Energy's plants and concerns that coal plant workers could be disregarded as the government shifts its energy sources away from coal.
• Next week, the union plans to run the plant at a lower capacity during peak periods, threatening to degrade the power supply.
• The strike action could amplify energy security risks in Queensland, especially as units at another station, Callide, are also currently shut down for repairs.

Members, we'll be sure to keep you updated with the latest news as it develops. In the meantime, stay vigilant and keep an eye on your energy supplies. It's also best to prepare for any power interruptions at home in the near future.

What are your thoughts on this news? Let us know in the comments.

as long as we have this stupid climate warming we will suffer. It seems to me we just have idiots running the country and bowen is just a pumped up pimp. in australia we can have floods in one state and fires in another. it is mother nature.

 

[Shane/#]

Commencing this Thursday, a strike is poised to disrupt operations at one of Queensland's largest power stations, presenting a new threat to the already strained electricity grid along the east coast.

The Mining and Energy Union (MEU) has issued warnings about potential widespread power disruptions in the state, citing protected industrial action set to take place at the 750-megawatt Kogan Creek generator.

MEU Queensland District Vice-President Shane Brunker has emphasised the possible 'dire consequences for energy security' as residents approach the peak period of summer power generation—unless the government intervenes at the negotiating table with state-owned CS Energy, the plant's owner.

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The ramifications of this dispute could be significant, affecting up to 10 per cent of Queensland's power generation capacity. Credit: Wikipedia/Coachcapt.

'We apologise for any inconvenience,' said Mr Bunker, 'but we have hundreds of workers here whose livelihoods are in jeopardy.'

He explained that the union's first step would be to shut down the conveyor belts that feed coal from the nearby Kogan mine into the plant. This would reduce the station's available coal stocks.

In the upcoming week, the union plans to operate the plant at a lower megawatt capacity during peak morning and nighttime periods, which will result in a degradation of the power supply.

Both of these strategies would substantially decrease the revenue generated by the power generator, which provides 10 per cent of Queensland's power and a significant portion of northern NSW.

Last week, the union representing operators, fitters, electricians, and power workers successfully obtained the right to take protected industrial action from the Fair Work Commission.

According to the union, this dispute revolves around CS Energy, the plant owner, and its failure to adhere to the newly established Queensland Energy Workers' Charter.

The union's members are seeking guarantees that they won't be replaced by contractors. They're also pushing for a 'fair distribution of attraction and retention provisions' in the enterprise agreement to ensure the continued safe operation of the generator.

However, Mr Brunker expressed concerns, stating that the charter appears 'disorganised', and workers haven't been adequately consulted regarding government plans.

To address these issues, the union is working to incorporate the charter into the ongoing enterprise agreement negotiations, aiming to secure extended lead times for consultation.

They're also advocating for transparency in reporting on the use of contract labour at CS Energy's plants and the removal of the current 75-week cap on redundancy payments.

These measures, if implemented, could help smooth out the labour issues currently facing CS Energy and its workforce.

The Kogan Creek plant is booked to close down in 2035, and while the union is hopeful it won't happen earlier, Mr Brunker admitted that 'no one knows exactly what is going to happen'.

Kogan Creek employs over 120 workers, and an additional 80 work at the Kogan mine.

If a strike were to occur, it could worsen Queensland's energy security situation. This is particularly concerning because some units at the Callide station are already offline for necessary repairs and reconstruction.

'The Queensland government needs to get around a table with the Unions and CS Energy, which it owns, and resolve how the Queensland Energy Workers' Charter will provide security and a future for the Kogan workers,' Mr Brunker said.

'CS Energy needs direction from the government at the negotiating table to finish these negotiations. Otherwise, there will be dire consequences for energy security running into the peak period of summer power generation in this state.'

​

A spokeswoman played down the possibility of potential industrial action causing widespread power disruption. According to her, 'CS Energy has made a generous offer to its employees.'

'Kogan Creek Power Station continues to generate electricity, and we have comprehensive plans in place to ensure the safety of our personnel and facility while minimising the impact of the proposed industrial action.'

Although Kogan Creek has been in the spotlight, it's part of a larger campaign related to the Queensland government's $150 million job transition fund. This fund is aimed at assisting coal workers in finding employment in a low-emissions economy.

The Palaszczuk Labor government has committed to closing its state-owned coal-fired power stations by 2035 and established this fund as part of an agreement with trade unions to mitigate significant job losses in coal communities.

Key Takeaways

• Mining and Energy Union (MEU) workers are planning industrial action at the Kogan Creek power station from Thursday, potentially disrupting Queensland's power supply.
• The dispute revolves around the alleged use of casual labour at CS Energy's plants and concerns that coal plant workers could be disregarded as the government shifts its energy sources away from coal.
• Next week, the union plans to run the plant at a lower capacity during peak periods, threatening to degrade the power supply.
• The strike action could amplify energy security risks in Queensland, especially as units at another station, Callide, are also currently shut down for repairs.

Members, we'll be sure to keep you updated with the latest news as it develops. In the meantime, stay vigilant and keep an eye on your energy supplies. It's also best to prepare for any power interruptions at home in the near future.

What are your thoughts on this news? Let us know in the comments.

Solidarity brothers and sisters fight for your rights

 

[Joyem]

I hope that there isn't any blackouts as I rely on oxygen 24/7 now with a machine and only have a small backup with bottles which I rely on to go to appointments. So it is bad news for me.

 

[Trudi]

I wonder if those energy workers understand that they are potentially doing themselves out of a job with their strikes to keep their jobs?

If this was happening here in the ACT, my reaction would be to add a dozen or so solar panels and a couple of batteries and blackouts would not affect me one little bit.

 

[Stevo114]

This will get worse - stupid woke governments are putting the cart before the horse. Close down all coal power stations, force everyone to use EVs, go on about meeting emissions targets which for a population our size achieves nothing.

By all means develop alternative energy supplies but wait until they are tried and tested, before gradually switching off legacy systems.

 

[IAN3005]

Commencing this Thursday, a strike is poised to disrupt operations at one of Queensland's largest power stations, presenting a new threat to the already strained electricity grid along the east coast.

The Mining and Energy Union (MEU) has issued warnings about potential widespread power disruptions in the state, citing protected industrial action set to take place at the 750-megawatt Kogan Creek generator.

MEU Queensland District Vice-President Shane Brunker has emphasised the possible 'dire consequences for energy security' as residents approach the peak period of summer power generation—unless the government intervenes at the negotiating table with state-owned CS Energy, the plant's owner.

View attachment 30267

The ramifications of this dispute could be significant, affecting up to 10 per cent of Queensland's power generation capacity. Credit: Wikipedia/Coachcapt.

'We apologise for any inconvenience,' said Mr Bunker, 'but we have hundreds of workers here whose livelihoods are in jeopardy.'

He explained that the union's first step would be to shut down the conveyor belts that feed coal from the nearby Kogan mine into the plant. This would reduce the station's available coal stocks.

In the upcoming week, the union plans to operate the plant at a lower megawatt capacity during peak morning and nighttime periods, which will result in a degradation of the power supply.

Both of these strategies would substantially decrease the revenue generated by the power generator, which provides 10 per cent of Queensland's power and a significant portion of northern NSW.

Last week, the union representing operators, fitters, electricians, and power workers successfully obtained the right to take protected industrial action from the Fair Work Commission.

According to the union, this dispute revolves around CS Energy, the plant owner, and its failure to adhere to the newly established Queensland Energy Workers' Charter.

The union's members are seeking guarantees that they won't be replaced by contractors. They're also pushing for a 'fair distribution of attraction and retention provisions' in the enterprise agreement to ensure the continued safe operation of the generator.

However, Mr Brunker expressed concerns, stating that the charter appears 'disorganised', and workers haven't been adequately consulted regarding government plans.

To address these issues, the union is working to incorporate the charter into the ongoing enterprise agreement negotiations, aiming to secure extended lead times for consultation.

They're also advocating for transparency in reporting on the use of contract labour at CS Energy's plants and the removal of the current 75-week cap on redundancy payments.

These measures, if implemented, could help smooth out the labour issues currently facing CS Energy and its workforce.

The Kogan Creek plant is booked to close down in 2035, and while the union is hopeful it won't happen earlier, Mr Brunker admitted that 'no one knows exactly what is going to happen'.

Kogan Creek employs over 120 workers, and an additional 80 work at the Kogan mine.

If a strike were to occur, it could worsen Queensland's energy security situation. This is particularly concerning because some units at the Callide station are already offline for necessary repairs and reconstruction.

'The Queensland government needs to get around a table with the Unions and CS Energy, which it owns, and resolve how the Queensland Energy Workers' Charter will provide security and a future for the Kogan workers,' Mr Brunker said.

'CS Energy needs direction from the government at the negotiating table to finish these negotiations. Otherwise, there will be dire consequences for energy security running into the peak period of summer power generation in this state.'

​

A spokeswoman played down the possibility of potential industrial action causing widespread power disruption. According to her, 'CS Energy has made a generous offer to its employees.'

'Kogan Creek Power Station continues to generate electricity, and we have comprehensive plans in place to ensure the safety of our personnel and facility while minimising the impact of the proposed industrial action.'

Although Kogan Creek has been in the spotlight, it's part of a larger campaign related to the Queensland government's $150 million job transition fund. This fund is aimed at assisting coal workers in finding employment in a low-emissions economy.

The Palaszczuk Labor government has committed to closing its state-owned coal-fired power stations by 2035 and established this fund as part of an agreement with trade unions to mitigate significant job losses in coal communities.

Key Takeaways

• Mining and Energy Union (MEU) workers are planning industrial action at the Kogan Creek power station from Thursday, potentially disrupting Queensland's power supply.
• The dispute revolves around the alleged use of casual labour at CS Energy's plants and concerns that coal plant workers could be disregarded as the government shifts its energy sources away from coal.
• Next week, the union plans to run the plant at a lower capacity during peak periods, threatening to degrade the power supply.
• The strike action could amplify energy security risks in Queensland, especially as units at another station, Callide, are also currently shut down for repairs.

Members, we'll be sure to keep you updated with the latest news as it develops. In the meantime, stay vigilant and keep an eye on your energy supplies. It's also best to prepare for any power interruptions at home in the near future.

What are your thoughts on this news? Let us know in the comments.

Ha Ha Ha, where are the wind turbines and solar panels..... probably "up the Kyber pass". the lying SOB's...... killing myself laughing......

 

[Rob44]

as long as we have this stupid climate warming we will suffer. It seems to me we just have idiots running the country and bowen is just a pumped up pimp. in australia we can have floods in one state and fires in another. it is mother nature.

The stupid climate warming knows exactly what it is doing. It is the stupid humans who refuse to accept physics and alter our behaviour accordingly.

 

[Rob44]

Future blackouts won't be the result of union action, but more the shortsightedness of succesive governments and their refusal to look at the possibility of nuclear power.

More like the shortsightedness of Australians who demand endless cheap energy with no thought to the consequences.

 

[IAN3005]

The stupid climate warming knows exactly what it is doing. It is the stupid humans who refuse to accept physics and alter our behaviour accordingly.

exactly... they are dumbing down the population. That is why they have to "get rid of us oldies"... we still have the brainpower to realize what is going on and we cost the government too much

 

[Gaena]

Future blackouts won't be the result of union action, but more the shortsightedness of succesive governments and their refusal to look at the possibility of nuclear power.

I agree but not with Nuclear power The state and federal Governments inaction on other possible power sources such as wind power and solar batteries etc is the real problem. We are held to ransome by the industries that currently provide us with power because Governments are taking back handers from them. If companies keen to exploit our natural resources in a more climate/earth caring way were able to bribe our politicians so well everything would improve.

 

[Rob44]

This will get worse - stupid woke governments are putting the cart before the horse. Close down all coal power stations, force everyone to use EVs, go on about meeting emissions targets which for a population our size achieves nothing.

By all means develop alternative energy supplies but wait until they are tried and tested, before gradually switching off legacy systems.

Rooftop solar, hydropower and wind turbines plus tidal barrages have long been tried and tested. However, our ability to use less energy although tested in the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s, has been forgotten. Switch off the lights, when you leave your high-rise CBD office, as a start.

 

[Rob44]

I wonder if those energy workers understand that they are potentially doing themselves out of a job with their strikes to keep their jobs?

If this was happening here in the ACT, my reaction would be to add a dozen or so solar panels and a couple of batteries and blackouts would not affect me one little bit.

Yes they would. The supermarket checkouts could no longer accept your plastic card, or cash for that matter. Kerrrr-ching, as the old manually operated cash-registers used to say.

 

[IAN3005]

I agree but not with Nuclear power The state and federal Governments inaction on other possible power sources such as wind power and solar batteries etc is the real problem. We are held to ransome by the industries that currently provide us with power because Governments are taking back handers from them. If companies keen to exploit our natural resources in a more climate/earth caring way were able to bribe our politicians so well everything would improve.

Definitely nuclear the only way to go..... not in my lifetime though.
Wind and solar Pfttt already a heap of old wind turbines have been found "dumped" somewhere in Queensland... one of many I suspect..... it cost $250,000 to dismantle one of them....

 

[Trouper21]

Rooftop solar, hydropower and wind turbines plus tidal barrages have long been tried and tested. However, our ability to use less energy although tested in the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s, has been forgotten. Switch off the lights, when you leave your high-rise CBD office, as a start.

Tidal energy sources were tested in WA(I think) but were rejected for being to costly and the SA government has just rejected a proposal to put wind farms within their water ways because the locals didn't want it. The company who is proposing it will just do it within the federal water area.

 

[Trudi]

Yes they would. The supermarket checkouts could no longer accept your plastic card, or cash for that matter. Kerrrr-ching, as the old manually operated cash-registers used to say.

I have enough food in my fridge, freezer and pantry to last at least a month!

And before you tell me that without power, the food in my fridge and freezer would spoil, my solar panels and batteries will keep them going.

Furthermore, supermarkets are progressively moving towards powering their stores with renewable energy.

 

[Pat T]

Ha Ha Ha, where are the wind turbines and solar panels..... probably "up the Kyber pass". the lying SOB's...... killing myself laughing......

Relations in Holland tell us that wind turbines ( and they are everywhere over there) cost more on maintenance than the value of the power they get out of it.

 

[Pat T]

This will get worse - stupid woke governments are putting the cart before the horse. Close down all coal power stations, force everyone to use EVs, go on about meeting emissions targets which for a population our size achieves nothing.

By all means develop alternative energy supplies but wait until they are tried and tested, before gradually switching off legacy systems.

 

[Pat T]

Read this morning that NZ is thinking , or planning road tax for EVs. Might invest in a horse and save the gas.