The Windy Times

Preliminary construction works have commenced at a Latrobe Valley wind farm owned by State Electricity Commission (SEC), with initial activities including installation of five 130,000-litre firefighting water tanks at the forest-based site.

RenewEconomy

Two onshore wind farms, Dinawan and Bullawah, have encountered planning delays due to objections from long-distance opponents and concerns about impacts on whale migration. The article discusses community division and environmental considerations affecting state-level wind farm approvals in Australia.

RenewEconomy

Yindjibarndi Energy Corporation has launched an expression of interest process for commercial and industrial customers to purchase renewable energy from its expanding large-scale clean energy project portfolio in the Pilbara region. This represents a major initiative to secure long-term offtake commitments for utility-scale renewable projects.

pv magazine Australia

An alliance of 11 industry, environment and union groups has proposed to the federal government that data centre operators be mandated to invest in 100% new renewable energy to power their operations, while also funding energy workforce training. This policy proposal aims to ensure data centres contribute to Australia's clean energy transition and support renewable energy infrastructure development.

pv magazine Australia

An Australian high voltage transformer at the Waratah Super Battery failed in 2025. The manufacturer has begun production of a replacement unit, with delivery expected in Q3 2026. This represents a significant grid infrastructure repair affecting a major BESS asset supporting renewable energy integration.

pv magazine Australia

The article examines how large-scale battery storage has become integral to NEM operations over the past 12 months, with changing value drivers as home battery systems increasingly participate in the market. It discusses the shifting competitive dynamics between utility-scale batteries, fossil generators, and distributed residential storage in Australia's energy transition.

RenewEconomy

Neoen has received federal environmental approval for the first two stages of a major renewables precinct in South Australia that includes wind, solar, and battery storage components. This approval is a significant milestone in the project's development pathway.

RenewEconomy

A NSW wind farm project that drew criticism from federal politician Barnaby Joyce has been referred to the Independent Planning Commission for assessment, with over 550 public objections submitted alongside supportive submissions during the consultation period.

Isentia - NSW Renewable Energy

Malaysia's prime minister announced restrictions on non-AI data centres to protect domestic consumers and grid stability, with potential reliance on the ASEAN Power Grid project to address supply shortfalls. This reflects growing tension between data centre expansion and electricity system capacity across the region.

pv magazine Australia

Industry, unions, community and environment groups have issued a joint statement to the federal government outlining eight responsible data centre principles, including requirements for data centres to install their own renewable energy generation, train new skilled workers, and use water responsibly. This coordinated advocacy signals growing pressure on data centre operators to source renewable power, which will substantially increase demand for wind and other renewable projects across Australia.

Isentia - NSW Renewable Energy

ACEREZ has launched a three-year Community Grants Program providing funding for innovation, local connections, and opportunities in the Central-West Orana REZ. The program complements EnergyCo's Community and Employment Benefit Program, creating multiple funding streams for the region as part of broader REZ development.

ACEREZ News

The Queensland Renewable Energy Council welcomes the Energy Roadmap Amendment Bill 2025, which reinforces renewable energy's role in delivering low-cost, low-emissions electricity across Queensland. The Bill shifts focus from renewable energy targets to greenhouse gas emissions reduction, with implications for how wind projects are prioritized and developed in the state.

QREC News

The Clean Energy Council and Queensland Renewable Energy Council have jointly announced a national approach to renewable energy project decommissioning and financial security arrangements. This industry-first framework aims to provide farmers with greater certainty regarding land restoration and financial obligations while maintaining project economic viability for renewable energy operators.

QREC News

The Queensland Renewable Energy Council has submitted recommendations to Parliament regarding the State's Energy Roadmap legislation, advocating for retention of legislated renewable energy targets of 50% and stronger policy commitments to ensure reliable and affordable electricity supply as the state transitions its energy system.

QREC News

QREC released a report documenting Queensland's renewable energy sector delivering $1 billion economic benefit, with expectations of substantially greater returns as more projects move into construction and operation phases. The data captures current contributions and forecasts future impacts from the planned project pipeline.

QREC News

QREC's fourth Executive Insights Survey reveals that 53% of respondents lack confidence in Queensland's long-term renewable energy commitment as Parliament debates Energy Roadmap implementation legislation. The survey findings highlight persistent investor uncertainty about the state's policy direction and its impact on renewable energy investment decisions.

QREC News