Abbott’s death-wish on industry: Freeze RET, ban wind, build coal
On same day as major industrial project goes 100% renewables, Abbott calls for freeze on RET, ban on wind farms, and for government to build a new coal generator.
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Progress on Granville Harbour wind farm proposal
Hydro Tasmania has reached in-principle agreement to buy electricity from the proposed Granville Harbour wind farm on Tasmania’s west coast.
New York’s energy system: The times they are a changin’
New York grid operator says future grid will not only become more decentralized and de-carbonized, but it will increasingly be bi-directional, if not multi-directional.
Research finds huge majority of Australians want an energy system dominated by renewables
Australians overwhelmingly want our country’s energy system to be powered by renewables because they see it as the “economically smart” thing for Australia’s future.
Australia’s third-largest wind farm switches on to full capacity
Victoria’s Ararat Wind Farm was officially opened today with a ceremony in Ararat to mark the completion of the 240MW wind farm.
Rule-maker wants all new generation to be smarter, quicker
AEMC wants fast control response on all new generation, recognises that settings on old fossil fuel plant may be a problem, but differs with Finkel of "generator obligation" model.
What does Finkel mean for community power?
Community energy entrepreneurship could help deliver Finkel’s recommendations — especially distributed and independent power systems.
APA takes step closer to big wind-solar energy park in W.A.
APA gets approval for new 130MW wind farm which will form part of major wind-solar renewable energy hub 200kms north of Perth.
Victoria agribusiness to build 196MW wind farm with 20MW storage
Victoria hydroponics vegetable producer plans massive expansion, backed by a new 196MW wind farm and 20MW of battery storage.
Victoria agribusiness turns to 196MW wind farm with 20MW storage
Victoria hydroponics vegetable producer turns to 100% renewable strategy for country's biggest glass-house after nearly abandoning project due to gas prices. A 196MW wind farm and 20MW of battery storage will be built - separate to the Victoria battery storage tender.