States put faith in new bodies to guide on shift to renewables
The Queensland and New South Wales state governments have reaffirmed their commitment to the solar, wind and hydrogen industries with the establishment of new bodies which will help guide the states in their transition toward a renewable energy future.
New Energy Solar sells up assets ahead of Aussie exit
Utility-scale solar energy investor New Energy Solar has confirmed it will sell off its Australian portfolio, declaring the policy and regulatory environment for renewables in Australia is not conducive to growing the business and achieving economies of scale.
Gransolar plans 13 big batteries for SA, Victoria, and NSW
Gransolar’s battery division, E22, will reportedly develop 13 large-scale batteries in South Australia, Victorian and NSW.
Bluescope says climate action is ‘not optional’, while opting not to take climate action
On the same day as Bluescope Steel announced massive profits and the creation of a new Chief Executive Climate Change, the steel giant also conceded that it was not fully committed to investing in ‘green steel’ solutions in the near future.
100 MW Springdale Solar Farm Project springs to life with IPC approval
Negotiation, community consultation, and ultimately an IPC approval that clearly addresses local concerns, gives the green light to this RES Australia development in southern New South Wales.
NSW looks to make solar simple for strata-titled buildings
Owners of property in strata-titled buildings in New South Wales will soon find it easier to make the switch to renewable energy with the State Government ushering in changes to laws in a bid to pave the way for easier installation of solar PV, renewable energy storage systems and electric vehicle (EV) charging stations.
Ausgrid launches Sydney’s first community battery, with more to come in two-year trial
New South Wales network operator Ausgrid yesterday launched its first community battery in Beacon Hill, north of Sydney. It is one of three community batteries being installed across Sydney allowing solar customers to store their extra energy at no additional cost.
CEFC invests $75 million in decarbonising Ingenia lifestyle and holiday communities
With 7,600 residents and many more travellers recharging at its holiday properties each year, Ingenia Communities Group is set to lead the retirement and affordable-travel-accommodation sectors towards solar uptake following a major investment by the Clean Energy Finance Corporation.
TransGrid secures $600 million debt facility for transmission upgrades supporting REZ No. 1
The ducks are lining up for the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone to break ground in 2023. With money in the bank, TransGrid today begins community consultation on the proposed transmission corridor to support this efficient approach to renewable energy development.
400 MW first stage of New England Solar Farm reaches financial close
Debt financing services from Bank of China, Commonwealth Bank of Australia, and Westpac, have brought the first 400 MW stage of the New England Solar Farm to financial close, a massive milestone for massive hybrid project.
