Queensland LNP flags “call-ins” for two giant battery storage projects, in latest attack on renewable transition
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New England locals force huge battery project proposal to go before independent panel
Locals who say they overwhelmed by three neighbouring big battery projects force one gigawatt proposal to be reviewed by independent panel.
State government allows just two turbines to be built in small wind project
Developer of small wind project in Victoria only wanted to put up five turbines, but has been allowed just two after a planning permit cut.
Massive 2 GW wind, solar and battery project lands all state planning approvals in breathtaking four months
The wind, solar and battery project secured state and EPA approvals in an astonishing four months.
Solar installer fined $9,000 over unsafe home battery installations, including one that sparked fire
A solar installer has been fined for unsafe home battery installations, including one that sparked a minor fire.
Victoria gives green light to contested wind project, with fewer turbines and operating limits
A 600MW wind project has the green light to start construction, but government wants turbine numbers cut and restrictions placed on operations.
Another two big solar and battery projects sent to independent panel by long distance objectors
Another two major solar and battery projects have been referred to independent commission after objections from mostly long distance and interstate opponents.
More than just “fuel saving:” How rooftop PV slashed grid demand in middle of heatwave
In last week's heatwave, wind and solar generation were excellent, as they typically are on extreme demand days - certainly doing more than just 'fuel saving'.
First stage of Australia’s biggest battery starts operations in shadow of biggest coal plant
The first stage of Australia's biggest battery has commenced commercial operations, in the shadow of the country's biggest coal generator.
Australia’s most powerful turbines unveiled as fourth wind farm reaches financial close in Xmas flurry
The fourth wind farm to reach financial close in a late 2025 flurry of activity will feature the most powerful turbines to be installed in Australia to date.