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A fantastic project delivered by the AECOM Circular Economy & Power teams exploring circularity for grid scale renewable infrastructure and the moves we need to make to embed this infrastructure in a #circulareconomy and support the #energytransition . #renewableenergy #energytransition

This is an exciting and important step in making Australia the clean energy powerhouse we have so much potential to be. Projects like this shine a light on the cleaner energy grid we’re building here and now, which is already powered by 40% reliable renewables. Coal closures are coming and we need downward pressure on energy prices for homes and businesses - more solar and storage at every scale is a big part of the answer. https://lnkd.in/gzVEndZS

A recent article on ABC Online discusses the challenges facing Australia's clean energy transition, particularly in wind energy development. Despite ambitious targets to significantly increase renewable energy use by 2030, only three wind farms were connected to the grid last year. The main bottleneck is the lengthy approval process for wind and solar projects, with wind projects in New South Wales (NSW) taking an average of 9.5 years to get approved. This slow pace is attributed to a variety of factors, including complex energy policies, transmission network congestion, community opposition, and bureaucratic delays at both state and federal levels. The article suggests that streamlining the approval process and treating renewable energy infrastructure as critical could help accelerate the transition. The HSF-CEIG report, which the ABC article draws upon, discusses the challenges and opportunities in NSW's clean energy transition, focusing on regulatory frameworks, project approval times, and stakeholder engagement. For Landcare NSW, aiming to ensure equitable treatment for landholders during this transition, key takeaways include the importance of streamlined approval processes, effective community engagement to build social license, and clear compensation frameworks for landholders hosting or affected by renewable energy projects. The report suggests that establishing robust consultation frameworks and clear guidelines for land and transmission aspects can aid in addressing landholder concerns, ensuring fair treatment and fostering positive relationships between developers and local communities. https://ab.co/49XD3Vu Clean Energy Council NSW Government NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Penny Sharpe MLC

A recent article on ABC Online discusses the challenges facing Australia's clean energy transition, particularly in wind energy development. Despite ambitious targets to significantly increase renewable energy use by 2030, only three wind farms were connected to the grid last year. The main bottleneck is the lengthy approval process for wind and solar projects, with wind projects in New South Wales (NSW) taking an average of 9.5 years to get approved. This slow pace is attributed to a variety of factors, including complex energy policies, transmission network congestion, community opposition, and bureaucratic delays at both state and federal levels. The article suggests that streamlining the approval process and treating renewable energy infrastructure as critical could help accelerate the transition. The HSF-CEIG report, which the ABC article draws upon, discusses the challenges and opportunities in NSW's clean energy transition, focusing on regulatory frameworks, project approval times, and stakeholder engagement. For Landcare NSW, aiming to ensure equitable treatment for landholders during this transition, key takeaways include the importance of streamlined approval processes, effective community engagement to build social license, and clear compensation frameworks for landholders hosting or affected by renewable energy projects. The report suggests that establishing robust consultation frameworks and clear guidelines for land and transmission aspects can aid in addressing landholder concerns, ensuring fair treatment and fostering positive relationships between developers and local communities. https://ab.co/49XD3Vu Clean Energy Council NSW Government NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Penny Sharpe MLC

A recent article on ABC Online discusses the challenges facing Australia's clean energy transition, particularly in wind energy development. Despite ambitious targets to significantly increase renewable energy use by 2030, only three wind farms were connected to the grid last year. The main bottleneck is the lengthy approval process for wind and solar projects, with wind projects in New South Wales (NSW) taking an average of 9.5 years to get approved. This slow pace is attributed to a variety of factors, including complex energy policies, transmission network congestion, community opposition, and bureaucratic delays at both state and federal levels. The article suggests that streamlining the approval process and treating renewable energy infrastructure as critical could help accelerate the transition. The HSF-CEIG report, which the ABC article draws upon, discusses the challenges and opportunities in NSW's clean energy transition, focusing on regulatory frameworks, project approval times, and stakeholder engagement. For Landcare NSW, aiming to ensure equitable treatment for landholders during this transition, key takeaways include the importance of streamlined approval processes, effective community engagement to build social license, and clear compensation frameworks for landholders hosting or affected by renewable energy projects. The report suggests that establishing robust consultation frameworks and clear guidelines for land and transmission aspects can aid in addressing landholder concerns, ensuring fair treatment and fostering positive relationships between developers and local communities. https://ab.co/49XD3Vu Clean Energy Council NSW Government NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Penny Sharpe MLC

🌬️ Exciting News in Renewable Energy! 🌊 The US Department of the Interior is forging ahead with plans to harness the power of offshore wind energy, announcing two groundbreaking proposals that promise to reshape America's energy landscape. 🔆 Off the coast of Oregon and in the Gulf of Maine, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) is gearing up for offshore wind energy auctions that could revolutionize our sustainable energy sector. These proposals carry the potential to generate a whopping 18GW of clean, renewable energy, which translates to powering more than 6 million homes! 🌊 Let's dive deeper into the specifics: 📍 Gulf of Maine Wind Energy Area: The first-ever auction in this area will feature eight lease areas spanning Maine, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire, covering nearly 4,046 sq km. With the potential to produce around 15GW of renewable energy, this initiative could light up over 5 million homes. BOEM is paving the way for innovation by proposing simultaneous auctions for each lease area, employing a multi-factor bidding approach. 📍 Oregon Lease Sale: Meanwhile, off the coast of Oregon, two lease areas totaling 789 sq km are up for grabs. Positioned in the Coos Bay and Brookings Wind Energy Areas, these sites hold immense promise for sustainable energy production. 💡 Innovation in Action: Under the Biden administration, the Department of Interior has been proactive in advancing offshore wind projects, holding successful lease auctions in various regions. With a new five-year lease schedule on the horizon, encompassing up to 12 potential auctions by 2029, the momentum for renewable energy expansion is palpable. 🌍 Looking Ahead: The future of offshore wind energy in the US looks brighter than ever. BOEM is eyeing lease sales across the Atlantic, Gulf of Mexico, Pacific, and offshore territories, setting the stage for a transformative shift towards clean energy solutions. 👥 Join the Movement: As we march towards a greener, more sustainable future, we invite all stakeholders to participate in this monumental journey. Whether through workforce training programs, supply chain development, or fisheries compensatory mitigation, there's ample opportunity to contribute to this renewable energy revolution. Let's harness the power of nature and pave the way for a cleaner, brighter tomorrow! #RenewableEnergy #OffshoreWind #Sustainability #CleanEnergyFuture 🌟

💬 New South Wales Establishes Energy Security Corporation to Plot Renewable Transition pathway Some more positive news out of New South Wales this week, with legislation passed to establish the Energy Security Corporation who will be tasked with ensuring the reliability and security of sustainable energy. The Corporation will be established with $1 billion to throw toward accelerating private clean energy solutions and carbon capture. This is a crucial step for the state as it looks to prioritise security and reliability as it deals with a massive, expected inflow of renewable energy and an increasingly visible gap in long duration storage to manage intermittency challenges. In a statement to Parliament, Minister for Emergency Services, Jihad Dib, stated that the role of the Corporation would be to ensure mutual benefit for all in the state and stressed the importance of filling gaps for private investment in medium to long duration storage. “We also know that capital for those sorts of clean energy technologies is available but, for a variety of reasons, those projects are not able to attract the required investment from the private sector - Those reasons include policy uncertainty on the timing of coal power station closures, a lack of market price signals for system benefits created by essential system services such as inertia, and construction cost uncertainty.” The figure below from the Clean Energy Council's report on Long Duration Storage highlights the urgent need for bodies such as the Energy Security Corporation to manage the replacement of coal generation and move rapidly toward renewables and storage solutions. This is a promising initiative from NSW, especially given the state’s reliance on fossil fuels. I look forward to seeing the role the ESC will take in safeguarding the transition and ensuring targeted renewable energy support. NSW Government Penny Sharpe #EnergySecurityCorporation #RenewableEnergy #NetZeroTransition

Exciting developments are on the horizon for renewable energy in New South Wales as ACE Power unveils its proposal for the Hillview wind farm, set to contribute 200–300 MW of capacity within the New England Renewable Energy Zone (REZ). Positioned near Uralla, this £370 million project aims to complement a 270 MW solar farm and a gigawatt-scale battery system, creating a robust energy hub spanning 6,000 hectares. What is particularly inspiring about Hillview is its commitment to community collaboration. ACE Power is working closely with locals to address feedback and create long-term regional benefits. As Senior Development Manager Clarence Bowman put it, "What we’re trying to do is put the project together in a way that addresses community feedback and finds ways to avoid, minimise, and mitigate impacts." Set to commence operations in the early 2030s, Hillview will align with the completion of New England’s upgraded transmission infrastructure. This seamless timing, combined with its state-of-the-art battery system capable of up to 8,000 MWh of storage, makes Hillview a beacon of what is possible when renewable energy is integrated at scale. For the wind industry, projects like Hillview are not just about producing clean energy; they are about building trust, creating shared value, and leaving a legacy for communities. It is a powerful example of how Australia can turn renewable energy zones into transformative opportunities for economic and environmental progress. #renewableenergy #windenergy #sustainablefuture #newsouthwales #energystorage #innovation #climateaction #australia #acepower #evoegy

A recent article on ABC Online discusses the challenges facing Australia's clean energy transition, particularly in wind energy development. Despite ambitious targets to significantly increase renewable energy use by 2030, only three wind farms were connected to the grid last year. The main bottleneck is the lengthy approval process for wind and solar projects, with wind projects in New South Wales (NSW) taking an average of 9.5 years to get approved. This slow pace is attributed to a variety of factors, including complex energy policies, transmission network congestion, community opposition, and bureaucratic delays at both state and federal levels. The article suggests that streamlining the approval process and treating renewable energy infrastructure as critical could help accelerate the transition. The HSF-CEIG report, which the ABC article draws upon, discusses the challenges and opportunities in NSW's clean energy transition, focusing on regulatory frameworks, project approval times, and stakeholder engagement. For Landcare NSW, aiming to ensure equitable treatment for landholders during this transition, key takeaways include the importance of streamlined approval processes, effective community engagement to build social license, and clear compensation frameworks for landholders hosting or affected by renewable energy projects. The report suggests that establishing robust consultation frameworks and clear guidelines for land and transmission aspects can aid in addressing landholder concerns, ensuring fair treatment and fostering positive relationships between developers and local communities. https://ab.co/49XD3Vu Clean Energy Council NSW Government NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Penny Sharpe MLC

A recent article on ABC Online discusses the challenges facing Australia's clean energy transition, particularly in wind energy development. Despite ambitious targets to significantly increase renewable energy use by 2030, only three wind farms were connected to the grid last year. The main bottleneck is the lengthy approval process for wind and solar projects, with wind projects in New South Wales (NSW) taking an average of 9.5 years to get approved. This slow pace is attributed to a variety of factors, including complex energy policies, transmission network congestion, community opposition, and bureaucratic delays at both state and federal levels. The article suggests that streamlining the approval process and treating renewable energy infrastructure as critical could help accelerate the transition. The HSF-CEIG report, which the ABC article draws upon, discusses the challenges and opportunities in NSW's clean energy transition, focusing on regulatory frameworks, project approval times, and stakeholder engagement. For Landcare NSW, aiming to ensure equitable treatment for landholders during this transition, key takeaways include the importance of streamlined approval processes, effective community engagement to build social license, and clear compensation frameworks for landholders hosting or affected by renewable energy projects. The report suggests that establishing robust consultation frameworks and clear guidelines for land and transmission aspects can aid in addressing landholder concerns, ensuring fair treatment and fostering positive relationships between developers and local communities. https://ab.co/49XD3Vu Clean Energy Council NSW Government NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Penny Sharpe MLC