Renewable Energy
Chicken poo revolution: Gippsland farmer extracts electricity, dye and fertiliser from waste
Poultry plop + water + time = methane = electricity.
Farming
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“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
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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
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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
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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
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“$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
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“No longer commercially viable”: Spaniards abandon offshore wind in Gippsland
23 GW of offshore wind projects are still in the works.
Energy
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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
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"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
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“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
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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
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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
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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
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