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EnergyEnergy
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“No longer commercially viable”: Spaniards abandon offshore wind in Gippsland

“No longer commercially viable”: Spaniards abandon offshore wind in Gippsland

23 GW of offshore wind projects are still in the works.

Jacob Wallace
EnvironmentEnvironment
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How has Victoria’s energy grid changed in the last 20 years?

How has Victoria’s energy grid changed in the last 20 years?

Renewable Energy Alliance Director Andrew Bray explains how coal went from being the foundation of Victoria's power system to " its greatest threat to reliability".

Jacob Wallace
Wellington ShireWellington Shire
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15,000 jobs in 2027, Gippsland councils prepare for offshore wind economic boom

15,000 jobs in 2027, Gippsland councils prepare for offshore wind economic boom

Wellington Shire Mayor Scott Rossetti has been meeting with state and federal government ministers to discuss the council's approach to renewable energy infrastructure.

Jacob Wallace
EnergyEnergy
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Gas out, electricity in: Victoria will transition away from old heating in bid to lower power bills and cut emissions

Gas out, electricity in: Victoria will transition away from old heating in bid to lower power bills and cut emissions

New legislation will mean hot water systems must be electric in new builds from 2027.

Jacob Wallace
EnergyEnergy
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"We're for renewables, we just want it done right": Gippsland fights for smart energy design

"We're for renewables, we just want it done right": Gippsland fights for smart energy design

Building transmission lines underground is aesthetically pleasing and better for farmers, but comes at a cost.

Jacob Wallace
FarmingFarming
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“The benefits have been massive”: The solar energy system saving dairy farmers time and money in Gippsland

“The benefits have been massive”: The solar energy system saving dairy farmers time and money in Gippsland

The Clydebank couple said after energy bills skyrocketed a new solution had to be found.

Jacob Wallace
EnergyEnergy
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Want to share energy with your neighbour? Community batteries could decrease power bills throughout Gippsland

Want to share energy with your neighbour? Community batteries could decrease power bills throughout Gippsland

Victoria is leading Australia in community battery installation; what are they and how do they work?

Jacob Wallace
EnergyEnergy
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Gippsland's future wind farm policy will be guided by 50 volunteer residents

Gippsland's future wind farm policy will be guided by 50 volunteer residents

Community consultation is key to getting the best result from offshore wind, says Wellington Shire Deputy Mayor

Jacob Wallace
EnergyEnergy
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Gippsland to play key role in getting Victoria to 65% renewable energy within five years

Gippsland to play key role in getting Victoria to 65% renewable energy within five years

To reach its targets, the government has pinpointed seven Renewable Energy Zones.

Jacob Wallace
EnvironmentEnvironment
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A renewable energy powerhouse, Gippsland offshore wind farms set to bring thousands of jobs to the region

A renewable energy powerhouse, Gippsland offshore wind farms set to bring thousands of jobs to the region

Construction is expected to begin in 2027, so what is planned for Gippsland's turbine powered renewable hub and can it provide economic growth?

Jacob Wallace
Cost-of-livingCost-of-living
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How much can you save? Solar panel and battery rebates roll out across Gippsland

How much can you save? Solar panel and battery rebates roll out across Gippsland

By utilising multiple government rebates, home owners in Gippsland are saving big on the installation of solar panels and batteries on their properties, which is in turn reducing power bill costs and easing cost-of-living pressure.

Jacob Wallace
Cost-of-livingCost-of-living
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"It's not good business not having solar": How Gippsland's solar surge is fighting rising power costs

"It's not good business not having solar": How Gippsland's solar surge is fighting rising power costs

One third of Australian households now have solar panels installed, slashing your power bill with renewable energy is the new norm.

Jacob Wallace