Congratulations to Energy Minister Penny Sharpe and EnergyCo on the recent signing for the Deed of Intention with ACEREZ as Network Operator for the first Renewable Energy Zone in the state. This significant milestone for the NSW energy transition and the confirmed increased capacity to 6GW by 2038 paves the way for the
Listen to the latest Energy Insiders podcast from RenewEconomy with Stride’s Director Luke Osborne, where he discusses large agri-solar developments like Blind Creek Solar Farm, social licence and meaningful community engagement, transmission, flexible industry response to a changing energy market, living on a sixth-generation farm that hosts wind power plus
Pressure is mounting to approve and build new projects with AEMO’s recently updated Electricity Statement of Opportunities (ESOO) report warning of electricity shortage risks from 2027 (NSW to bear the brunt), with looming closures of several coal-fired power stations and delays in new infrastructure coming online.
Development Assessment fee discounts, a new biodiversity offset system and transport requirements may interest renewable energy developers. Discounts for Development Assessment (DA) fees in REZs: there will be 30% discount on DA fees for all renewable energy and storage projects in the REZs, following a recent MOU signed between EnergyCo NSW
The concept of a ‘black spot’ program is well-established, used to identify and mitigate trouble spots and improve outcomes in road safety, mobile coverage and many other fields. The idea is that by using local expertise to identify and assess priority projects, relatively minor works can lead to major benefits,
The NSW Government is dedicating $550 million in funding to the Renewables Manufacturing Fund and Low Carbon Product Manufacturing Fund to support renewable energy and low carbon products. Eligible projects include components for renewable energy such as wind towers, solar and batteries. Registrations of Interest closed 28 February 2023.
A declaration is the first step in formalising access schemes and network solutions for a REZ. Refer to EnergyCo NSW’s website for more information.
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