Renewable Energy

One Nation energy plan: Extend coal, go nuclear and cancel renewables

Can delaying the closure of aging power stations in the Latrobe Valley and scrapping offshore wind secure Victoria’s energy future?

Energy

Chicken poo revolution: Gippsland farmer extracts electricity, dye and fertiliser from waste

Poultry plop + water + time = methane = electricity.

Farming

Gippsland’s most advanced offshore wind project takes major step forward with environmental review

Star of the South eyes a 2030 start date and expects 600 local construction jobs.

Renewable Energy

Wind turbines to be shipped from Port of Hastings, as state tips $124.5 million into new terminal

Gippsland’s Barry Beach and Port Anthony are identified as long term maintenance hubs for the wind industry.

Renewable Energy

Latrobe Valley energy worker sees job potential everywhere as the region shifts to wind and solar

“I've been accused of being a rusted on coal-person, but I understand the renewable space and why we need to get there.”

Latrobe City Council

“Popping up everywhere”: Gippsland’s large-scale battery boom

Over the last three months, renewables and energy storage contributed to more than 50 percent of Australia's electricity.

Energy

Latrobe Valley energy companies look to big batteries to shift away from coal

Four large-scale storage projects are set to replace Gippsland's fleet of aging power stations.

Energy

From Korumburra to Catalonia: Gippsland officials head to Barcelona looking for smart infrastructure ideas

Two local representatives will attend a smart city expo in Spain in early November to learn about agriculture, energy and industrial modernisation.

South Gippsland Shire

WATCH: How to keep Phillip Island fully charged

The region has seven new community batteries aimed at lowering the risk of blackouts and providing energy resilience.

Renewable Energy

“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.

Wellington Shire

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.

Energy

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.

Energy

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.

South Gippsland Shire

“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.

Environment

“$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.

Farming

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

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

Energy

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".

Environment

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.

Wellington Shire

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.

Energy

"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.

Energy

“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.

Farming

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?

Energy

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

Energy

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.

Energy

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?

Environment

Renewable Energy

One Nation energy plan: Extend coal, go nuclear and cancel renewables

Chicken poo revolution: Gippsland farmer extracts electricity, dye and fertiliser from waste

Gippsland’s most advanced offshore wind project takes major step forward with environmental review

Wind turbines to be shipped from Port of Hastings, as state tips $124.5 million into new terminal

Latrobe Valley energy worker sees job potential everywhere as the region shifts to wind and solar

“Popping up everywhere”: Gippsland’s large-scale battery boom

Latrobe Valley energy companies look to big batteries to shift away from coal

From Korumburra to Catalonia: Gippsland officials head to Barcelona looking for smart infrastructure ideas

WATCH: How to keep Phillip Island fully charged

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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