Warning of NSW power shortages after soaring temperatures stoke demand
NSW faces potential power shortages during the coming heatwave, prompting the electricity market operator to demand additional supply.
Peter Hannam is Environment Editor at The Sydney Morning Herald. He covers broad environmental issues ranging from climate change to renewable energy for Fairfax Media.
NSW faces potential power shortages during the coming heatwave, prompting the electricity market operator to demand additional supply.
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