Risk of widespread blackouts this summer during major heatwave | Nine News Australia

The energy market chief is warning of blackouts this summer with two major generators on the grid out of action until at least Christmas.

The breakdowns are a sign of an East Coast energy system in crisis, as old power sources are retired and renewables struggle to fill the gap.

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