federal parliament Archives - Renew Economy

Taylor’s contentious ARENA regulations survive after tied senate vote
Angus Taylor’s second attempt at introducing controversial ARENA regulations narrowly survives an attempt by the Australian Greens to cancel them out.
Michael Mazengarb

Aug 4, 2021

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Local power: MP wants community ownership in every new wind and solar project
Barnaby Joyce urged to back $467m plan to boost community ownership of wind and solar projects because it will benefit farmers and regions.
Michael Mazengarb

Jun 28, 2021

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Taylor requests yet another review of future grid needs, to deal with “intermittents”
The Morrison government instigates yet another inquiry into the energy system, and it has already backed coal and sidelined renewables before it even started.
Michael Mazengarb

Mar 25, 2021

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Policy & Planning

Independent MP Zali Steggall to propose climate change bill to parliament
Zali Steggall to propose climate legislation to parliament based on UK example to compel government action on climate change.
Michael Mazengarb

Oct 17, 2019

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Government blocks crossbench motion to declare a climate change emergency
Morrison government blocks motion moved by Greens, supported by Labor and cross-benchers, to declare a climate change emergency.
Michael Mazengarb

Oct 16, 2019

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Greens seek to outlaw coal use by 2030, push climate emergency as Labor wavers
Federal Greens MP Adam Bandt presents legislation to ban coal use by 2030 as Liberals seek to pressure Labor over internal divisions over policy.
Michael Mazengarb

Oct 14, 2019

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Coal

Greens push bill to prohibit coal funding, pre-empting UNGI money for Vales Point
Greens re-introduce legislation to ban government funds for coal while government considers channelling funds to upgrade coal generators under Taylor’s UNGI scheme.
Michael Mazengarb

Jul 22, 2019

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