The New England REZ is on track to be delivered and fully operational in 2034, upgraded to ‘anticipated’ in the national energy roadmap released today.
New England REZ
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Local councils not consulted in Nationals plan to kill New England REZ
In a bizarre backflip, the Coalition has announced that if re-elected next March they would effectively abandon the New England REZ – and they didn’t consult councils before coming up with the destructive policy.
Posted inConsultations and feedback, Energy, Local News
Applications closing soon to get a seat at the REZ table
EnergyCo is seeking new members for its New England REZ community reference groups, with vacancies open for residents representing community, environmental and business interests. Applications close Friday June 5.
Posted inEnvironment, Local News
Renewable energy boom must deliver for people, nature, and regional communities
Community leaders from the New England and Hunter Renewable Energy Zones have travelled to NSW Parliament House to urge politicians from all parties to get behind the renewable energy transition and to ensure it benefits both communities and nature.
Posted inEnergy
Energy and Water Ombudsman now takes REZ complaints
The Energy & Water Ombudsman NSW (EWON) has expanded its jurisdiction to take complaints from landholders and community members impacted by renewable energy infrastructure.
Posted inEnergy
Scoping report for network infrastructure next big step for New England REZ
The New England Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) is one step closer to connecting its 8 gigawatts of network capacity to the grid
Posted inAgriculture, Bendemeer, Energy
Farmers dig in on renewables as transition accelerates
Farmers are playing their part in the transition to renewable energy with little to no impact on their agricultural production
Posted inGeneral News
Oven Mountain Pumped Hydro project now open for public comment
The latest development as part of the REZ, a massive pumped hydro system to be built underground between Armidale and Kempsey, is now open for comment.
Posted inGeneral News
Plans for better housing for temporary REZ workers
The NSW Government and councils are planning for more and better housing for thousands of temporary and seasonal workers needed to support major projects.
Posted inEnergy
Three more solar farms open for comment
Plans for three more solar farms to be developed in the New England are currently on exhibition and open for comment.