Jay Weatherill Archives - Renew Economy

Why South Australia must, and will, lead world on renewables
Opening of Tesla big battery this week illustrates how South Australia’s system black actually accelerated the shift to a clean energy future. The state is likely to double its renewable capacity, and lead the world on storage. It’s an inspiring story.
Giles Parkinson

Nov 29, 2017

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Jay Weatherill on hydrogen, load-shedding, community activism and his critics
The SA Premier talks eggs, sausages, solar thermal, battery storage… and why the federal Clean Energy Target still matters.
Marc Hudson

Aug 16, 2017

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Commentary

Weatherill lets fly at right wing attack against renewables
Jay Weatherill in pugnacious mood at launch of Mark Butler’s Climate Wars book, promising to repeat his Frydenberg shirtfront with PM Turnbull if given the opportunity.
Marc Hudson

Jul 26, 2017

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Storage

CEFC keen to help finance S.A.’s 100MW battery storage plant
CEFC says it working with SA government on finance package to support state’s 100MW battery storage project.
Sophie Vorrath

Mar 16, 2017

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Weatherill tears strips off Frydenberg for renewables “trash talk”
SA premier and federal energy minister go toe to toe at battery storage trial launch, in first meeting since Coalition started bagging state’s renewable plans.
Sophie Vorrath

Mar 16, 2017

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South Australia to set path towards 100% renewable energy
South Australia premier says 50% renewable energy target – set for 2025 – will be reached next year, and the government will now plan to reach as close to 100% renewables as it can. It says this involves risks, but also huge opportunities. He’d also like an electric vehicle manufacturer to set up in the state.
Giles Parkinson

Dec 8, 2015

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South Australia details $10 billion low-carbon investment plan
SA Premier Jay Weatherill has outlined four key strategies to achieve his government’s low-carbon investment target of $10bn by 2030.
Sophie Vorrath

Dec 1, 2015

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