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Industrial hub to host big battery in the heart of NSW coal country
The Steel River Eco Estate, in the heart of the New South Wales Hunter Region, has unveiled plans to host a 28MW big battery system.
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CEFC tips in $6.5 million loan for Newcastle solar farm
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Coal city Newcastle prepares tender for 5MW solar farm
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Aug 9, 2016
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A white elephant proposal for Newcastle coal port
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