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New priority list includes 24 transmission projects, 16 GW of wind and solar projects, and 6 GW of storage projects.

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Fate of huge wind farm proposed off north-west Tasmania remains stuck in limbo, after a decision on federal green approvals delayed for fifth time.

The post Plibersek delays call on controversial Tasmania wind project again, as local division deepens appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Tasmania’s first renewable hydrogen production plant launches north of Hobart, where it will produce 262kg of the green fuel a day – enough to run two fuel cell powered passenger ferries.

The post Green hydrogen production plant taps 100 pct renewable grid using cutting edge electrolyser appeared first on RenewEconomy.

One of the winners of the federal government's first giant wind and solar auction is being tripped up by its reported failure to gain access to the grid.

The post Andrew Forrest-backed wind and battery project could be first to drop off federal CIS winners list appeared first on RenewEconomy.

A UK company says their newly-developed, manganese-rich cathode material could increase battery energy density by up to 20 per cent and extend the range of electric vehicles. UK battery start-up Integrals Power says its new cells, composed of 80 per cent manganese, a brittle metal that can vastly improve the energy density of a cathode, […]

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Battery expert Iola Hughes from Rho Motion on the latest trends, developments and date on grid and EV batteries. Plus: Quinbrook looks to 8-hour storage with big solar battery plans.

The post Energy Insiders Podcast: The low down on grid and EV batteries appeared first on RenewEconomy.

It might have much fewer grid-connected renewable assets than other states, but February data once again confirms that WA is a top spot for wind and solar generation.

The post WA punches above its weight in a big February for wind and solar generation appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Developer hopes to race through the federal and state planning processes with construction pegged to start this year.

The post New big battery joins approval queue amid rush to secure sites in popular New England REZ appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Federal Labor's light touch environmental review of a massive new fracking industry threatens one of Australia’s most iconic wild places – and blows out national emissions.

The post Massive new Kimberley fracking industry could keep Woodside gas plant going until 2070 appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Ausgrid-owned Plus Es will start rolling out its 1000 pole-mounted EV chargers next week after winning a waiver from the AER.

The post Network offshoot to roll out 1,000 kerbside EV chargers after regulatory switch, but not everyone is happy appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Delta hopes to make a final decision on whether to invest in a battery for the Vales Point coal power station site at the start of 2026.

The post Delta leans in to life after coal, names partner for Vales Point battery project appeared first on RenewEconomy.

New report underscores concerns that keeping ageing Eraring coal plant open could result in higher prices and less reliable supply – the opposite of what was intended.

The post When the coal plant don’t work: Report counts 6,000 hours of outages at Eraring over 2024 appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Plibersek approves three big wind projects in NSW, including the state's biggest, its most controversial, and another big asset from Andrew Forrest.

The post Three big wind projects approved in NSW as Labor clears decks for poll appeared first on RenewEconomy.

A $250 million investment in sustainable fuels could tell the rest of the world that Australia is ready to turn its farm waste into flights.

The post Bowen unveils $250m package for green fuels from canola, sugarcane, tallow and cooking oils appeared first on RenewEconomy.

The most successful developer of wind, solar and battery projects in Australia reports a surge in storage revenues and earnings before de-listing.

The post Neoen enjoys surge in battery storage earnings as it waves goodbye to public listing appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Quinbrook unveils plans for series of massive eight-hour solar batteries to underpin giant industrial hubs and provide the engine room for green manufacturing.

The post “World-leading” array of massive eight-hour solar batteries to reboot Australian manufacturing appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Founders of a New Zealand solar developer announce ambitious plan to link Australia and New Zealand grid with a sub-sea cable.

The post Solar developer unveils plan for “world’s deepest” undersea cable to link Australia and NZ grids appeared first on RenewEconomy.

In this special episode brought to you by Energy Exchange Australia, Hydrogen Australia’s David Cavanaugh looks at the barriers and opportunities for Australia’s green hydrogen industry, and the demand push from local and overseas industry.

The post Energy Insiders Special: Australia’s green hydrogen hope appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Modelling suggests one of biggest threats to a reliable and affordable electricity supply in Victoria can be traced back to one man – and his mission to sink offshore wind.

The post Biggest threat to affordable and reliable electricity in Victoria? It might just be Peter Dutton appeared first on RenewEconomy.

US House of Reps votes to repeal energy efficiency standards for water heaters, as it works through the list of home appliances on Trump's "unleash American energy" executive order.

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