Heat spikes to test energy supply this summer

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As Australia braces for bushfires and heatwaves, backup energy reserves are being sourced to prevent summer blackouts in Victoria and South Australia.In its summer readiness plan released yesterday, the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) flags the risk extreme temperatures and extended heatwaves will have on electricity supply.Peak use is expected to reach near record ­levels […]

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