Bill Johnston Archives - Renew Economy

WA to close state-owned coal generators by 2030 in big switch to renewables
WA government to close state-owned coal generators before 2030, and commit $3.8 billion in wind and storage in move it says will pay for itself within years.
Michael Mazengarb

Jun 14, 2022

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Labor energy minister “horrified” by Liberals “risky” zero emissions energy plan
In WA, the politics of energy is turned upside down as Labor labels the ambitious clean energy plan of the WA Liberals as reckless and too costly.
Michael Mazengarb

Feb 17, 2021

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Western Australia offers royalty deal to lithium producers facing low prices
Western Australia seeks to support state’s lithium producers, offering a temporary royalty rebate while global prices remain low.
Michael Mazengarb

Dec 1, 2020

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WA’s third-largest wind farm, Warradarge to reach full output by end of October
WA’s third largest wind farm, the 180MW Warradarge project, officially opened, using some of the largest turbines deployed in the state.
Michael Mazengarb

Oct 7, 2020

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“Angus doesn’t let it on the agenda:” State energy ministers slam federal policy
State and Territory energy ministers again looking to sidestep Morrison government on energy policy, saying it’s possible to cut emissions without the Feds.
Michael Mazengarb

Aug 5, 2020

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West Australia ready to seize ‘once-in-a-generation’ battery storage opportunity
New report finds that establishing a battery manufacturing base in Western Australia it is both commercially and technically feasible.
Michael Mazengarb

Jul 9, 2020

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State ministers say ARENA funding vital as priorities pivot to hydrogen and storage
State energy ministers call for ARENA funding to be extended, recognising ongoing need for new energy innovations.
Michael Mazengarb

Jul 8, 2020

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Renewables

W.A. sees no new thermal generation being built, even with no state RET
Western Australia energy minister says the state has no need for a renewable energy target because “all future generation will be renewable,” thanks to low costs.
Sophie Vorrath

May 6, 2020

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