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Wind projects will need help “for a while”, says new green bank boss in shift of funding priorities
The federal government green bank has dusted off an old mandate, but has not ruled out further support for solar projects either.
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“Just a fantasy:” Energy minister slams Opposition gas and nuclear ideas, vows to hold the line on renewables
Energy minister says imminent closure of coal is “indisputable,” and “ideology-driven” policies to scrap transmission projects and pause others put energy security at risk.
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