Chilly snap units report iciness call for for electrical energy in Victoria as NSW windfarms provide 3rd of energy

Chilly snap units report iciness call for for electrical energy in Victoria as NSW windfarms provide 3rd of energy

New peak may be challenged as early as Tuesday evening as mid-winter bites in Melbourne

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The wintry blast sweeping across eastern Australia has set a record for electricity demand in Victoria and propelled wind generation in New South Wales to new highs, with energy authorities preparing for another power peak on Tuesday evening.

Victoria broke a 17-year record for maximum winter electricity demand, with the tally reaching 8,612 megawatts at 6pm on Monday, the Australian Energy Market Operator said.

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