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Wellington ShireWellington Shire
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“It'll create jobs everywhere”: The emerging solar panel industry in Kilmany

“It'll create jobs everywhere”: The emerging solar panel industry in Kilmany

When the site opens it will have up to 220,000 units ready to be recycled.

Jacob Wallace
EnergyEnergy
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WATCH: Is Gippsland at the centre of an energy revolution?

WATCH: Is Gippsland at the centre of an energy revolution?

The Monitor attended the Gippsland New Energy Conference in Traralgon this week to speak with community leadersabout the shift to renewables.

Jacob Wallace
EnergyEnergy
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Here's everything you need to know about Victoria's plan to cut electricity bills and prevent blackouts

Here's everything you need to know about Victoria's plan to cut electricity bills and prevent blackouts

An energy expert said continuing to rely on coal-fired power stations would increase the chances of prolonged outages.

Jacob Wallace
South Gippsland ShireSouth Gippsland Shire
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Up to 15,000 workers will build Gippsland’s wind farms. Where will they all live?

Up to 15,000 workers will build Gippsland’s wind farms. Where will they all live?

Gunaikurnai Land and Water Aboriginal Corporation, South Gippsland and Wellington shires secure $4.7 million for offshore wind planning.

Jacob Wallace
EnvironmentEnvironment
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“One of Victoria's ecological gems”: Western Port Bay wetland faces threat of over development

“One of Victoria's ecological gems”: Western Port Bay wetland faces threat of over development

Environmental groups call for scrutiny and a strategic plan as proposal moves to the next stage.

Jacob Wallace
FarmingFarming
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“$40,000 per turbine per year”: Wind farms offer farmers security and stability

“$40,000 per turbine per year”: Wind farms offer farmers security and stability

Lindsay Marriott said the turbines on his property have allowed him to increase productivity and upgrade old buildings.

Jacob Wallace
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