Aug 7, 2026 – 4.35pmThe planned closure of Victoria’s oldest coal-fired power station could leave the state at risk of a power shortage, according to a fresh forecast from Australia’s grid operator, as new Premier Ben Carroll considers changes to the government’s energy policy.The Australian Energy Market Operator this week flagged the potential for electricity reliability issues in Victoria in July 2028, the same month Energy Australia’s 1450 megawatt Yallourn coal power station is scheduled to close.Subscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Fetching latest articles
‘Where will the energy come from?’: Fresh doubts over Vic power
Renewables investors want more certainty over coal power closures but some doubt if there is enough power to shutter Victoria’s oldest plant in 2028.
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