The AI energy crisis: When innovation outpaces infrastructure
The growth of artificial intelligence (AI) is driving profound transformation in global data infrastructure and energy demand. The integration of AI into a range of commercial and industrial products, from refrigerators to virtual assistants, is placing mounting pressure on both domestic and foreign energy networks. With global data centre demand projected to surge 165% by […]
New Energy Bulletin: Parliament passes landmark reform to strengthen Australia’s energy regulator
Parliament has passed the Competition and Consumer Amendment (Australian Energy Regulator Separation) Bill 2025 (Bill), marking a transformative moment for Australia’s energy regulation framework.[1] Commencing on 1 July 2026, the Bill legally separates the Australian Energy Regulator (AER) from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) and establishes the AER as a standalone non-corporate Commonwealth […]
It’s a GO! Australia launches the Guarantee of Origin Scheme
On 3 November 2025, Australia officially launched its national Guarantee of Origin Scheme (GO Scheme), establishing a voluntary certification framework for verifying renewable electricity and low-emissions products.[1] The GO Scheme establishes an accounting framework for quantifying the emissions of designated commodities.[2] Under this framework, two distinct certificates can be issued: the tradable Renewable Electricity Guarantee […]
Hamilton Locke advised Carlyle and Livingbridge portfolio company Waste Services Group on the acquisition of New South Wales based Beralon group
Hamilton Locke is delighted to have advised Waste Services Group (WSG) on the acquisition of the Beralon group, a leading provider of industrial services and chemical cleaning solutions in New South Wales. The acquisition complements WSG’s existing capabilities in waste management, resource recovery and industrial services, and enhances its ability to deliver integrated and sustainable […]
