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25.01.2022 The one piece of good news from the Coalitions gas plan was $250 million in funding to accelerate three new transmission links critical for big renewable energy projects..

24.01.2022 One of the owners of the newest coal generator in the country has written off its entire investment, and the growth in rooftop solar is largely the cause..

24.01.2022 The first output from what will be Australias biggest solar farm to date sent to the grid..

24.01.2022 The federal Coalition government has finally decided to extending the funding for the Australian Renewable Energy Agency, but will as predicted push both ARENA and the Clean Energy Finance Corporation into low emission technologies beyond renewables, including carbon capture and storage.

24.01.2022 Queensland Labor government puts out the call for new wind, solar and storage projects in a first formal step towards unlocking the states newly designated renewable energy zones.

24.01.2022 Wind and solar farms, combined with battery storage, would be a cheaper, cleaner and reliable replacement to the Liddell power station, compared to the Morrison government’s preferred approach of building a new gas generator, new modelling has found.

23.01.2022 South Australia Liberal government to develop plan to use electric vehicles as batteries on wheels and use charging as a "solar sponge" during the day.

22.01.2022 #Solar power contributes 94 per cent of South Australias state demand at midday on Sunday, as state government looks to use electric vehicles as a "solar sponge".

22.01.2022 Global industrial heavyweights welcome Australias early progress in green hydrogen, but say it could be dwarfed by investments made in other countries..

21.01.2022 Australian Energy Market Commission extends deadline for draft decision on rules governing rooftop solar exports..

21.01.2022 CEFC strikes $125m deal with TransGrid to deliver new network infrastructure, helping to fund Snowy 2.0's connection to the main grid..

21.01.2022 BPs Energy Outlook predicts renewable energy and a global low-carbon shift to be the dominant features of the future..

19.01.2022 RES brings forward 500MW wind component of Bowen renewable energy hub, as state authorities kick off environmental review of "battery of the north"..

17.01.2022 Garden Island micro-grid plagued by teething issues and panel failures, and has now been disconnected because of major work at the naval base..

17.01.2022 Push for strict new rooftop solar controls gains new muscle, with the CER adding checks of inverter settings to its inspection program..

15.01.2022 The story that emerged in wake of South Australias system black stuck like dried baby cereal to Australias political and media landscape, and it has remained there since..

15.01.2022 Working closely with the Editor and the rest of the team, youll report on the latest developments in renewable energy, and the energy transition. This will include renewable, storage and EV technologies, and policies. Youll be comfortable breaking stories, providing analysis and context, while representing the subtleties of complex information in a clear and engaging way. With a strong grounding in getting it right, youll be meticulous about accuracy and fact-checking. Res...ponsibilities: - Produce breaking news, features, analysis, fact-checks, and interviews for RenewEconomy, One Step off the Grid, and The Driven. - Monitor and report on new research. Help plan coverage for all our websites. Help build and maintain relevant contacts - Identify and report from relevant conferences - Engage on social media on behalf of the organisation. Essential Qualifications: - Demonstrable experience writing about energy, in particular renewable energy and the energy transition. - Excellent writing skills and the ability to write to a deadline. - Good knowledge of the energy industry, energy policy, the electric vehicle transition, as well as the wider online, media and public discussion about energy policy - Knowledge and interest in the clean energy transition and the technologies and policies affecting the future of energy across the grid, in transport and in industry. - Ability to look at energy as a business, as well as a social, environmental, political and consumer story. - Experience writing for the web. - Ability to absorb new and complex information quickly. - Enthusiasm for communicating about renewable energy in depth. - Ability to work from home as part of a virtual office. - Accuracy. Desirable Qualification: - A degree or postgraduate qualification in a relevant subject (journalism, communication, or technical degree). - A network of contacts within the energy sector. - Strong social media skills. - Experience producing multimedia content (podcasts, video content). Location: RenewEconomy, One Step of the Grid and The Driven is a virtual office with staff in Sydney, Melbourne, and the Northern Rivers region of NSW. Reporting to: The Editor Duration: This is a 10-month full-time contract, subject to a 3-month review period. Salary: Competitive; dependent on skills and experience.

15.01.2022 Instead of closing Australias loss-making, high pollution aluminium smelters, these smelters can be rapidly transformed to run on renewable electricity..

13.01.2022 Covid and drought help reduce emissions in latest quarter, but there's little evidence of any long-term cuts, apart from the switch to wind and solar..

13.01.2022 Queensland delivers on promise to create $500 million renewable energy fund, despite a state budget handed down on Tuesday showing dividends derived from stat owned energy assets thumped by lower electricity prices and new network pricing determinations.

13.01.2022 In just ten years, the Australian solar business went from a fledgling industry, to fundamentally reshaping the way Australia uses energy..

13.01.2022 New report finds transitioning Western Australia to 90% renewables by 2030 would create an average of 5,000 jobs a year even during an economic slump..

13.01.2022 Global engineering giant unveils its most powerful onshore wind turbine yet, a 6MW version of its Cypress line of turbines, surpassing the 5.3MW model..

13.01.2022 We should paint more wind turbines black but mainly to find out how birds respond to them..

13.01.2022 GM aims to be first automaker to use an almost completely wireless battery management system in its production electric vehicles..

13.01.2022 The peak bodies representing the major fossil fuel generators and networks question governance of AEMO, but may be more about clipping its wings and its transition plan..

11.01.2022 Anthony Lynham announces retirement from politics, opening up the position as head of a crucial portfolio at a crucial time in the states "renewable energy revolution."

11.01.2022 If you were wondering why there were no "blackout" warnings and headlines in the papers today after the release of AEMO's summer readiness report, it's because the operator is not expecting any - thanks to the growing capacity of wind and solar.

11.01.2022 Vales Point owners share in another $62 million windfall dividend from ageing coal generator they bought from NSW government for just $1 million..

11.01.2022 AEMC proposes new rules to make it easier for wind and solar to share network infrastructure, easing the path to renewable energy zones..

10.01.2022 Canavan and Joyce lead the Nationals two day "caravan for coal" in the Hunter Valley, calling for new coal generators and saying bad things about wind and solar..

10.01.2022 There is nothing accidental or haphazard about the Coalitions latest threat to the energy industry, and the attempt to force-feed more gas generation into Australias main grid..

10.01.2022 NZ Labour brings forward 100 per cent renewable electricity target by five years, to 2030 as part of a clean energy pitch to NZ voters..

10.01.2022 Plans for a 5MW community solar and battery farm in central-western NSW face opposition from the community, amid concerns the panels will be a blight on the landscape..

09.01.2022 Transgrid short-lists projects that will be able to bid for 1,400MW capacity on a new transmission line in New England region of NSW..

09.01.2022 IEA technology report highlights a simple truth: In a good emission scenario, there is less gas. In a bad emission scenario, there is more gas..

09.01.2022 Australia on track to increase its total share of renewable electricity generation to 30% by the end of 2020..

08.01.2022 A sugar hit of COVID-hit transport, growing renewables and suspicious revisions - all the hidden bits in Australia's new emissions data..

08.01.2022 Regulator seeks input on whether it should declare a 154MW reliability shortfall in NSW, much less than the 1,000MW that Scott Morrison has claimed is needed..

08.01.2022 Biggest solar project in NSW approved by planning commission, despite resident concerns of heat islands and glare and council's fear of "batteries melting down like nuclear"..

07.01.2022 Morrison and Taylor claims prices would skyrocket if the Liddell capacity to be retired in early 2023 was not replaced by the private sector. But the Liddell Task Force Report which has been sitting on Taylors desk for five months shows that claim is simply not true.

07.01.2022 Key energy market players renew calls for Angus Taylor to increase transparency and consultation with experts in meetings of energy ministers..

06.01.2022 Queenslands Anthony Lynham says all state energy ministers - Liberal, Labor and Greens - agree that the future is renewable. The only hold out is Angus Taylor..

05.01.2022 Neoen, Tesla and the Victoria government hold ground-breaking ceremony for the Victorian Big Battery, which will be biggest battery in the country..

05.01.2022 Cannon-Brookes says he is talking to Musk again. Is this just about a Newcastle battery, or plans for the worlds biggest solar and battery project in the NT?

05.01.2022 Independent MP says she will present Climate Change Bill to federal Parliament in November, as the focus switches from surviving Covid to a green recovery..

04.01.2022 Evoenergy prepares to launch a government-backed battery storage trial across up to 75 solar homes in the all-electric ACT suburb of Ginninderry..

03.01.2022 The appointment of Anna Collyer as chair of the AEMC has been broadly welcomed, with the energy law expert to embrace a rapidly changing energy market..

03.01.2022 A bright spot in a dark year: Australias main grid reaches 25 per cent share of renewable energy over the last 12 months..

03.01.2022 Former Treasury economist says BZE Million Jobs Plan would deliver a stronger economic recovery, with lower unemployment, higher living standards, and less debt..

03.01.2022 An ARENA-sponsored demand response trial sees strong participation rates amongst large energy users, but apathy and inconvenience see households lag behind..

03.01.2022 This is nuts: NSW does not need a new gas-fired power station - not on the grounds of cost, or reliability. On climate grounds, it is an act of deadly insanity.

01.01.2022 Matt Canavan is on the warpath against renewables again, this time with his focus on solar. And hes getting his facts terribly wrong..

01.01.2022 Government commissioned modelling shows extending the life of Liddell as one of the worst options for ensuring cheap and reliable power in NSW..