El Ni?o is coming. We must plan for the worst to protect Australia's energy system | Dylan McConnell and Iain MacGill

The Bureau of Meteorology predicts increased temperatures and heatwaves this year, raising the prospect of blackouts - just as the electricity sector faces several other challengesFollow our Australia news live blog for the latest updatesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastThe Bureau of Meteorology this week declared a 70% chance of an El Ni?o developing this year. It's bad timing for the electricity sector, and means Australians may face supply disruptions and more volatile energy prices.El Ni?o events are associated with increased temperatures and heatwaves. These conditions drive demand for electricity, especially in summer.Sign up for Guardian Australia's free morning and afternoon email newsletters for your daily news roundup Continue reading...