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AGL's former chief economist says an extension of the RET will get Australia's renewables transition back on track – while paying to keep open coal is just "bizarre."

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The wholesale market price cap is to jump to more than $22,000/MWh to encourage big batteries and open cycle gas generators to meet peak demand as coal exits grid.

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Albanese tells energy conference hosted by Rupert Murdoch's media organisation that Australia must move towards renewable energy or risk being left behind.

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Regulator concerned that Brookfield has access to information on connection proposals from AusNet, that could be used to "delay or frustrate connection processes" for its rivals.

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Labor bins hundreds of millions of Kyoto "carryover" carbon credits, permanently removing the option to use them to shirk Australia's climate responsibilities.

The post “They’re gone:” Labor bins Kyoto carryover credits, shuts carbon accounting loophole appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Jai Thomas, the co-ordinator of energy in Western Australia, on that state’s massive renewable plans, the end of baseload, and the rise of big batteries. Plus: News of the week.

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Tests begin on cutting edge technology backed by iron-ore billionaire Andrew Forrest to deliver a cheaper and more scalable renewable hydrogen.

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The consortium behind plans to develop a renewable hydrogen and ammonia production and export hub in Queensland’s north has added another big name to its ranks.

The post Japan green ammonia heavyweight joins giga-scale renewable hydrogen project appeared first on RenewEconomy.

EPA issues warning to solar developers on waste and land disturbance after giving initial approval to a PV and battery project proposed by oil and gas giant Woodside.

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Solar and battery storage have been pushing new boundaries in various states this week as the energy system continues to evolve.

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Head of Carbon Markets Institute says scrutiny has been "intense and at times personal", but was nothing compared to suffering of those on the frontlines of the climate crisis.

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Abrupt departure of BP CEO raises fears of another Big Oil giant turning its back on the green energy transition as it is pushed by investors to maximise profits.

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South Australia is aiming to cut red tape to pave way for what it expects to be a new wind, solar and green hydrogen "gold rush".

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Losing power after a disaster is devastating for communities, a new report suggests this can be mitigated by distributed and renewable energy resources.

The post Solar, batteries and microgrids essential for disaster-prone communities, study finds appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Germany's Notus Energy signs declaration of intent to develop an up to 1,000MW wind farm in the exclusion zone around Ukraine's failed Chernobyl power plant.

The post Ukraine plans up to 1GW wind farm in Chernobyl nuclear disaster zone appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Price of battery cells plunges in August, taking it close to the "tipping point" where the cost of building battery-powered EVs can match that of internal combustion engine cars.

The post Battery cell prices plunge in August, close to tipping point for the end of ICE vehicles appeared first on RenewEconomy.

New modelling shows NSW's more than 54,000 social and affordable housing properties could host up to 650MW of rooftop solar and slash occupants' bills.

The post NSW social housing could host 650MW of rooftop solar, save occupants $129m a year appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Tesla has applied for new licences with market operator and regulator in a landmark move for the grid, and for efforts to "orchestrate" consumer energy resources as coal plants close.

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New modelling shows China will this year pass the 500GW mark for total installed solar capacity – and then double that milestone by the end of 2026.

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Health professionals want NSW to follow lead of ACT and Victoria and ban new gas connections, citing multiple dangers from pollutants such as nitrogen dioxide, carbon monoxide and benzene.

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