Stage one of the new Project EnergyConnect transmission link gets NSW planning approval, set to underpin the South-west REZ.
NSW greenlights network link to unlock wind and solar in state’s south-west
Transgrid
TransGrid fast tracks network spending to boost wind and solar in south-west NSW
TransGrid will fast track spending on a key network upgrade in south-west NSW that will support wind and solar projects – even before it has obtained regulatory approval.
TransGrid submits plans for Snowy 2.0 transmission link, but route still up in the air
TransGrid submits proposal for HumeLink transmission link, estimating it could deliver almost $500 million in benefits.
Paul Italiano steps down as head of transmission group Transgrid
Transgrid CEO Paul Italiano announces sudden resignation from the transmission company.
TransGrid spins-off Lumea to cash in on transition to low cost renewables
TransGrid’s new spin off Lumea to target grid services for clean energy projects, and an expansion into other Australian markets.
Major transmission projects in doubt after AEMC refuses rule change
Major transmission upgrades, including new link to South Australia and renewable energy zones in NSW, now in doubt after AEMC refuses rule change request.
TransGrid proposes new route options for Snowy 2.0 network upgrades
TransGrid takes steps to assuage concerns about the broader impacts of Snowy 2.0, with release of new route options for the $2.1 billion HumeLink transmission upgrade.
Underground powerlines ‘not suitable’ for Snowy 2.0 connection, Transgrid says
TransGrid says underground power lines not a viable option for Snowy 2.0 grid connection, as NSW releases EIS for consultation.
TransGrid secures $600m in loans to fund wind and solar grid connections
TransGrid secures backing of nine banks for a $600 million debt facility, as the company readies to connect more wind, solar and storage projects.
New front in transmission war, as TransGrid flags Snowy 2.0 network upgrades
NSW ministers called on to prevent “wholesale destruction” of Kosciuszko National Park by Snowy 2.0 transmission line works.
