NSW moves forward with Central West REZ

The NSW government has signed a deed of commitment with its preferred operator of the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone.

9 January, 2024

NSW announces milestone in renewable energy network

The NSW government has lodged its first EIS to connect a renewable energy zone to the grid.

28 September, 2023

NSW budget to fund $1b Energy Security Corporation

The NSW budget fund a $1 billion Energy Security Corporation, and provide $800 million to speed the transition to renewable energy.

7 September, 2023

Two new battery projects approved for NSW

The NSW government has approved two new battery projects in the state’s Central-West and Upper Hunter.

21 July, 2023

City of Newcastle welcomes major renewable energy initiatives

City of Newcastle has welcomed recent major announcements which it says will transform the region into a renewable energy hub.

18 July, 2023

Advancing Australia’s Renewable Energy Zones

The effective planning of renewable energy by connecting multiple generators and storage in the same location is a cost-effective way to produce affordable, reliable and clean energy. If planned correctly, Renewable Energy Zones have significant potential to capitalise on economies of scale.

31 August, 2022

Work begins on Australia’s biggest wind farm

Construction has started on Queensland’s mega MacIntyre Wind Farm precinct.

2 June, 2022

Shortlist announced for Central West REZ

A shortlist of potential operators has been announced for Australia’s first renewable energy zone in the NSW central west.

9 May, 2022

Investors back renewables as power plant shuts down

Commercial interest in renewables is up as Australia’s largest coal-fired power plant announces its closure.

17 February, 2022

Victoria gets the grid ready for renewables

The Victorian government is seeking tenders for the first stage in its REZ project.

6 August, 2021